Responsibilities
As a video editor, you'll need to:
Work to a brief, and maybe an outline of footage and/or a shot list, script, or screenplay
Assemble raw footage, with camera shots, either recorded or transferred onto video tape in preparation for inputting into the computer
Input uncut rushes and sound, and synchronise and store them into files on the computer
Digitally cut files to put together the sequence of the film and decide what's usable
Create a 'rough cut' (or assembly edit) of the programme and determine the exact cutting for the next and final stages
Reorder and fine-tune the content to ensure the logical sequencing and smooth running of the video.
You may also need to:
Oversee the quality and progress of audio and video engineering and editing
Experiment with styles and techniques, including the design of graphic elements
Write voiceover/content
Suggest or select music
Carry out online editing - and depending on your role you may also finalise technical aspects such as correcting faulty footage, grading and colouring and adding special effects.