Editing Tips

Here are few tips to help you get the most value out of your edit session:

Before the Edit Session

1. Label and number all your videotapes, photos, slides, music, etc.

2. Review and log the footage you want to use in your project.

• Rewind your tape and reset the counter to zero.
• Set your VCR to read out real time (Hours: Minutes: Seconds)
• Four digit VCR numbers are NOT accurate on our equipment
• Note the beginning and ending times of each clip you want to use.

3. Note the order that everything will appear in the finished video.

Example:

4. If you want to add narration to your project you can record your voice onto a standard audio cassette and bring it in or you can bring in your script and record it here.

5. A TV is wider than it is tall, so if you are going to use photos, horizontal images are better than vertical images. Prints transfer to video better than do slides.

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