What is Parallel Editing in Film — And Why Editors Use It

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What is a Sound Bridge in Film — Scene Transition Techniques

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How to Edit a Dialogue Scene — Tips and Techniques for Editors

Great performances, direction, cinematography, and even production design are all essential for creating an engaging dialogue scene. But one of the most important aspects of a great dialogue scene is effective editing. Editing can make or break a dialogue scene even if all of the other filmmaking elements fall into place. So how do you edit… Continue reading How to Edit a Dialogue Scene — Tips and Techniques for Editors

Split Screen Film Examples — How Split Screens Tell a Story

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What is a Cutaway Shot — Why Editors and DP’s Use it

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How to Use a Green Screen in iMovie — 4 Quick and Easy Steps

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What is Matte Painting in Movies — Definition and Examples

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What are Keyframes in Animation — Origins and Modern Uses

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What is a Smash Cut — An Editor’s Guide with Examples & Tips

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What is a Freeze Frame — The Best Examples & Why They Work

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How to Mask in Premiere Pro — An Essential Compositing Guide

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Adobe Premiere Pro Keyboard Shortcuts — The Ultimate Guide

If you want to edit faster, there is one piece of sage advice that you will hear time and time again: learn the hotkeys! While it is possible to edit most projects using only the simplest tools available in Premiere Pro or by navigating through a series of menus and right-clicks, having a thorough knowledge… Continue reading Adobe Premiere Pro Keyboard Shortcuts — The Ultimate Guide

What is a Match on Action Cut — Definition & Creative Examples

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What is a Dissolve in Film — Editing Transitions Explained

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Wes Anderson Symmetry & Symmetrical Editing Explained

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What is a Lap Dissolve — Film & Video Editing Techniques

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