Different Ways to Edit a Short FilmFahmida – Media Studies

Editing at home

There are a number of software options editors can use to edit at home, the ones they go for depends on the editors personal preference and what they want to achieve. Even the most advanced editing software can be set up in a bedroom: all is needed is a memory in the editors computer to be able to work with the rushes.

Editing in a facility

This is where finances will again be relevant. If your editor has a relationship with any facilities house then you might be able to use ‘down time,' at weekends or in the evenings. Alternatively, you can buy a copy of Screen International or Broadcast and see the listings in the back.

Hiring an editing kit (with or without an editor)

A good middle ground between editing yourself and going into a post-production house is to hire a kit from someone, who will also (for a price) edit for you. e.g. Avid dry hire (without and Editor)