Fuck-Up #51
“Anyone with a Computer Can Edit”
Why editing well takes a lot more than software
“Film editing is now something almost everyone can do at a simple level andenjoy it, but to take it to a higher level requires the same dedication andpersistence that any art form does.”1
—Walter Murch
The Fuck-Up…
Lots of people have editing software. Some computers even come with it already pre-installed. However, as with any job, having equipment does not make you the best person for the position. You can learn the basics of editing fairly easily, but it takes experience to develop the skills to actually do the job well.
Lots of people proclaim themselves editors because they own editing software (in the same way you can declare yourself a D.P. ...
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