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Video Editor
The main responsibility of video editors is to turn rough video footage into a finished and polished video ready for screening on television, working very closely with film producers, with whom there needs to be a good understanding of the nature and purpose of the film being made.
These editors use their knowledge of continuity, camera angles and television pacing, to create mood, pace and timing. They cut out footage that is not going to be used and ensure that the film flows sensibly. They may generate digital effects, add graphics and titles and prepare the soundtrack for audio final mixing.
Satisfying Aspects
- challenge and variety of the work
- seeing footage before anyone else does
- taking pride in your work
Demanding aspects
- long working hours
- working under pressure and stress when production falls behind schedule
Requirements
A video editor should:
- have acquired a high level of technical expertise in film-making
- be creative and artistic;
- able to work accurately and independently;
- be able to communicate effectively.
School Subjects
National Senior Certificate meeting diploma requirements for a diploma course
Each institution will have its own minimum entry requirements.
Compulsory Subjects: None
Recommended Subjects: Visual Arts, Music, Languages
Training
Diploma: Video Technology - CPUT, Film and TV Production - City Varsity, ICESA
Employer
- television
- private film companies
- video production houses
- self-employment, with enough experience, initiative and capital, can set up own video producing business
Contact
Media Skills for Africa
Tel: (056) 818-1814
www.editorial.co.za
National Television and Video Association of South Africa (NTVA)
P O Box 16140
Vlaeberg, 8018
Tel: (021) 424-7575 Fax: (021) 424-7580
www.ntva.org.za