Review and interpret project briefs, scripts, or storyboards.
Identify technical and creative requirements for editing.
Collaborate with directors, producers, or content creators to understand the vision and desired style.
Assess raw footage, identifying potential editing challenges or enhancements.
Create editing plans and timelines in coordination with production schedules.
Organize and import raw footage into editing software.
Perform media management including file naming, backup, and metadata tagging.
Sync audio and video where necessary.
Create project folders and timelines based on editing plans.
Prepare placeholders for graphics, effects, and transitions.
Assemble rough cuts based on the script or director's input.
Trim, cut, and rearrange footage to build coherent story structure.
Apply basic visual transitions and timing adjustments.
Ensure narrative flow, pacing, and continuity are maintained.
Present offline edits for review and feedback from stakeholders.
Perform basic audio editing: cleaning noise, adjusting levels, and synchronizing with visuals.
Add background music, sound effects (SFX), and ambient sound for mood enhancement.
Balance dialogue, music, and effects for clear audio mixing.
Prepare audio tracks for final mastering or send to audio specialist if required.
Incorporate final approved visuals, effects, and audio into the master timeline.
Apply color correction and color grading to enhance visual aesthetics.
Insert motion graphics, text overlays, subtitles, and animations.
Conduct quality control to ensure technical standards for broadcast, online, or cinematic output are met.
Export final versions in required formats and deliver to relevant platforms or departments.
