Cutaways and coverage

A great editor is an ideal companion to filmmakers. Simply put, an editor's job is to take everything which was taken on camera in a specific task and put it into the narrative. However, don't fall for the flimsy idea! There's a lot more to editing than splicing 'err' clicking-and-dragging clips into a timeline! An expert editor comprehends what drives the narrative's drama and selects which parts will be used to make up the whole.

Tutorial for Video Coverage and Cutaways

Pro tip Take your time and keep the sources (cast, crew, equipment and time at the restaurant of your cousin's father-inlaw's friend's uncle's) to consider when you decide what to do "just one additional" take of a certain film. If you're not offering very high-end prices, you don't need to get to be David Fincher on the people.

After your (shoot) day Coverage gives you the chance for putting together the finest film you can, and cutaways are powerful, quick punches to aid you in telling the story in a visual way. The planning for both can enhance your film's quality and interesting for viewers.

Until next time, friends!