Video Editor Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Video Editor includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Manipulate and edit film pieces in a way that is invisible to the audience
  • Take a brief to grasp production team’s needs and specifications
  • Review shooting script and raw material to create a shot decision list based on scenes’ value and contribution to continuity
  • Trim footage segments and put together the sequence of the film
  • Input music, dialogues, graphics and effects
  • Create rough and final cuts
  • Ensure logical sequencing and smooth running
  • Consult with stakeholders from production to post-production process
  • Continuously discover and implement new editing technologies and industry’s best practices to maximize efficiency.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Video Editor duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Video Editor roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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