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Here are some of the most common transitions in film editing, along with the definition: Cut : An instantaneous change from one shot to the next. The last full frame of picture for one shot is immediately followed by the first full frame of picture for the next shot. Dissolve : A gradual change from the ending pictures of one shot into the beginning pictures of the next shot. This is traditionally achieved via a superimposition of both shots with a simultaneous downward and upward ramping of opacity over a particular period of time. As the end of the first shot “ dissolves ” away, the beginning of the next shot “ resolves ” onto the screen at the same time. Wipe : A line , progressing at some angle, or a shape, moves across the screen removing the image of the shot just ending while simultaneously revealing the next shot behind the line or the shape. The wiping shot replaces the previous shot on the screen. Fade : (1) A gradual change from a solid black screen into a fully visible

Offline Editing¹ : Transfer and backup RAW Files after shooting Transcoding Offline editing Picture-lock Conforming Marriage print and delivery Sound/Music Department : Music composing/sound editing (dialogue, ADR, SFX, foley, etc) after picture-lock Sound mixing Marriage print and delivery Online Editing : Conforming VFX/color grading/graphics, titles, overlays Marriage print and delivery   1.1 Film Editing Workflow Source: Author's Personal Documentation ¹ Offline Editing Workflow Digital Imaging Technician’s Task Acquisition : the process of acquiring files from the camera Transfering files from the memory card 3 times of backing up (back up + master back up) Sync : synchronizing the RAW video with it’s audio Transcode : converting the RAW footage using intermediate codec for offline editing (also called dailies/rushes) -> proxy file On-Set Editor’s Task Organization : file management² (also can be done by the 1st assistant editor)

For editing, the codec that’s being used is different than codec from the original footage that was recorded by the camera. The codec is being transformed into a smaller one to ease the editing process, meaning that something is discarded. Capture Codec/ Aquisation Codec : codec that’s being applied by the camera (eg. H.264, H.265, prores) Intermediate Codec : a transition codec between capture codec and export codec Export Codec : codec used for online editing 1.1 Illustration of Capture Codec, Intermediate Codec, and Export Codec in Editing Process Source: Author's Personal Documentation Shooting Ratio : comparison of the shooting material’s duration with the final film’s duration per minute. (eg. 1:2, 1:3).  1:3 or 3:1 means that: 3 minutes of shooting material is needed  to make a 1 minute scene. This information is necessary for editors as well as cinematographers, for they would have to be able to negotiate with the producer regarding their department’s budget a

In film editing, separate shots are stitched together to tell a story. Those combined shots create harmonious relations that can build the audience's understanding of the story. The relation between those shots can be categorized as graphical, rhythmical, spatial, and temporal.   Graphical relation The graphical relationship between visual elements in consecutive shots based on the similarity or contrast of form, composition, shot type, color, movement, or lighting. To create a graphical relation, there are some methods or tools that can be used. One of them is match cut, which can be utilized to show time change or contrast. (eg. morning – night, crowded – quiet). It can also unite two shots with the same composition. (eg. shots with one point perspective). Putting together two contrasting shots with a match cut can also create juxtaposition, which is the placement of two or more things side by side, often to compare or contrast or to create an interesting effect. (eg. sho

Shooting for Editing All the shots made during the shooting process can be considered as visual material. Shooting for editing means that the DP must get sufficient visual material coverage for the editing process with consistent and continuous visuals between shots. “ Continuity is a logical consistency of the story, dialog, and picture so that it presents the appearance of reality .” [1] 1.1 Visualization of how continuity works source: author's personal documentation Continuity Editing Concept Continuity Editing is an editing principle or style that aims to create narrative continuity and keep it consistent throughout the film. The story logic, dialogue, and visual are set to represent the appearance of reality. Therefore, the visual material must contain visuals that are consistent and continuous. In this case, the DP, director, and editor must work together to ensure that continuity is achieved. Basic Principles