Cutaways and Coverage

An excellent editor is a filmmaker's best friend. The basic task is to gather all the information that was captured by camera during a certain project, and then put it all into a coherent story. Don't get 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 are needed to create the overall.

Tutorial for Video Coverage and Cutaways

Pro-tip: Keep your resources (cast, crew, equipment and time at the restaurant of your cousin's father-inlaw's friend's uncle's) to consider when you decide whether or not to do "just one more" shoot of a specific shot. Except if you're offering serious costs, you don't need to get the full David Fincher on the people.

When you're done with the (shoot) day Coverage gives you the chance to create the most compelling film possible, and cutaways can be quick and powerful ways to help you tell your story visually. The planning for both can enhance your film's quality and enjoyable for the viewers.

Until next time, friends!