Video editing is an essential process of any project. It is not only about cutting out footage which you do not like, but is the process of manipulation and rearranging video shots to create a new video. As a result, new video editors are susceptible to making some common mistakes which should be avoided.
We have listed down some of the common mistakes which every video editors should avoid during their edit sessions.
1. How to manage Pacing?
The main important responsibility of being a good editor is understanding the pacing process. It can change the whole thing depending upon what is happening in the scene. Cutting shots is just like playing music. If you are cutting a scene …show more content…
Partial Transitions
Partial transitions occur when a transition effect is extended lengthier than the duration of the outbound video clip. The impression created will be a partial dissolve that ends brusquely. This issue can be resolved either by making the outbound shot extended, or to make the transition shorter.
5. Audio Syncing
Audio syncing issues are one of the worst editing mistakes done by video editors. This is vital when it comes to seeing speech and lips moving.
While moving clips around the timeline, it is possible to have things move in and out of sync. Usually, the software will inform when this happens, but watch out carefully to make sure that things are in sync.
In case of any issues with frame or sample rates slipping out of sync in your timeline, locate the point at which you see the issue, split the clip, and readjust the audio so that the lips and audio move in sync.
6. Mixing of Audio
Bad audio will always result in not a bad quality video. It is of no use if you have the best edit in the world, but not a good audio mix, as it will not be a good video and the viewers will be disappointed.
Always keep the background music in the background. Make sure the music should never be an hindrance in between the dialogue or sound effects that need to be