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FILM AND VIDEO EDITOR


A film/video editor manage material such as camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects to produce a final film or video product. This is a key role in the post-production process and their skills can determine the quality and delivery of the finished result.



VIDEO EDITOR
CAREER AS A FILM AND VIDEO EDITOR


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Who is a film and video editor?


A film/video editor manages material such as camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics and special effects to produce a final film or video product. This is a key role in the post-production process and your skills can determine the quality and delivery of the finished result. A video editor is involved in video production and the post-production of film making. The video editor's responsibilities involve decisions about the selection and combining of shots into sequences.



What are the qualifications needed for film or video editor?

  • no formal educational qualification required.

  • training in the computer systems and programs used in digital video/film editing and an interest in editing visual media.


Which course will be best for a film or video editor?

  • Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television Production.

  • Bachelor of Film and Television Technology.

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts.

  • Diploma in Film Editing.


What are the top 10 universities in India to study film or video editing?

  • Cinecraft Academy, Pune

  • Megapix Academy, Ernakulam

  • Goodness Institute of Film and Television (GIFT Cochin), Ernakulam

  • Beeps Institute of Music, Media and Arts, Ranchi

  • International Institute for Media and Films (IIMF), Jaipur

  • CREO Valley School Of Film and Television, Bangalore

  • Chitrabani, Kolkata

  • Pixelloid Studios, Hyderabad

  • Video Editing Institute, New Delhi

  • Post Production Institute, New Delhi


What are the top 10 universities abroad to study film and video editing?


  • American Film Institute

  • New York University, Tisch School of the Arts

  • Los Angeles Film School

  • Vancouver Film School

  • Concordia University

  • London Film School

  • National Film and Television School (NFTS), London

  • Sydney Film School, Australia

  • City University of Hong Kong’s School of Creative Media

  • Lodz Film School

What are the entrance Exams for film and video editors?

  • CAPTEST.

  • FTII JET.

  • JMI Entrance Exam.

  • DUET.

  • WWI Entrance Exam.

  • CUCET.


Any scholarships available for film and video editors?

  • Kodak Cinematography Award

  • Dolby Scholarship

  • Vindhu Vinod Chopra Scholarship


What are the professions available in film and video editor?

  • Film Editor

  • TV Studio Editor

  • Event Video Editor

  • Web Video Editor

  • Animator

  • Colorist

Which skills are Required to be a film and video editor?

  • a keen eye for detail and a critical mind.

  • creativity and a passionate interest in film and video editing.

  • patience and concentration.

  • the ability to listen to others and to work well as part of a team.

  • a high level of self-motivation, commitment and dedication.

  • organizational and time management skills.


Which type of personality is best for a film and video editor?


Openness and Extraversion



What are the pros & cons / Advantage & disadvantage of working as a film and video editor?


pros

  • Professional Editing

  • Control Over Your Video’s Look

  • Tools That Can Be Used in Many Different Projects

  • Save Time

cons

  • Requires Extensive Technical Knowledge

  • Requires Technical Knowledge of Your Video Camera


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