Cutaways and Coverage

A good editor can be an ideal companion to filmmakers. Simply put, an editor's job is to take everything that was captured in camera for a particular task and put it into a coherent story. But don't be fooled! There's a lot more to editing than splicing 'err' clicking-and-dragging clips into a timeline! A good editor understands the essence of the narrative's tension and chooses the right parts will be used to make up the overall.

Video Coverage and Cutaways tutorial

Pro-tip Be aware of your sources (cast crew, equipment as well as time you spend at the restaurant of your cousin's father-inlaw's friend's uncle's) in your mind while deciding what to do "just one additional" take of a certain film. Except if you're offering serious costs, you don't need to go the full David Fincher on your customers.

At the end of your (shoot) day Coverage gives you the chance to create the most compelling movie you could make. Cutaways can be quick and powerful ways to help you tell your story visually. Planning for both will ultimately enhance your film's quality and enjoyable for the viewers.

Until next time, friends!