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#6: Editing short form documentary films

#6: Editing short form documentary films

FromMaking Docs


#6: Editing short form documentary films

FromMaking Docs

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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
Jan 16, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this episode we visit VICE Media in London, where we speak with their award winning lead video editor Marta Velasquez to get practical advice on editing short form documentary films.
Hosted by Karoline Pelikan (@PelikanPictures) and Paul Hulligan (@paulhully).
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Episode guide:
00:52 - Marta's editing journey
03:04 - Opening with impact – The first shot is the most important
04:46 - The narrative structure in short docs
05:40 - The ethics of editing - taking care of your contributors
07:05 - The editing process
12:46 - Tips for the editing work
14:30 - The first rough cut screening
18:55 - Preparing the film for post production
22:00 - Top 3 Tips for editors
25:03 - Changing male structures: having diverse film teams
26:30 - How do you get a job at VICE?
Released:
Jan 16, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode