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How to Use Pacing in Video Editing for Maximum Impact

Imagine if every scene in every drama, documentary, and reality show was at the same pace for the whole film? If it were fast all the time, it would be relentless and overwhelming. If it were slow all the time, it would be too relaxed, and the audience would fall asleep. Either way, it would be dull...

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The Editor’s Guide to Creating Powerful Documentaries

Real stories, real people, and real life. Documentaries are the cheapest form of long-form filmmaking. Don’t fall for the hype about needing tons of money. We can shoot a fascinating feature-length documentary that gets millions of views on YouTube for under a £1000.  All we need are compelling char...

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Can Editing Be Self-Taught? A Complete Guide for Editors

Imagine we don’t have a spare fifty thousand dollars, pounds, or euros to spend on three years of film school. Or we’d rather not spend a large percentage of our life in crippling debt by taking on an enormous student loan for a film degree.
But we do have a calling for the beautiful art of editing.

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The Unsaid Secrets of Dialogue Editing: Three Stages Every Editor Must Know

What Is Dialogue Editing in Unscripted Filmmaking?

It’s packed with information, it defines how our character is perceived and if we get it wrong our audience will get bored and go elsewhere.

Welcome to unscripted dialogue editing. No pressure.

If you’re editing a documentary, a reality TV show, ...

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