“The higher the goal, the harder the climb,But after that the bigger the muscle, the smarter the mind.”

—Big Sean, “First Chain”

 

Basic Elements of Post-Production

1.  Viewing footage and taking notes

2.  Logging footage and making transcripts

3.  Paper outline and/or edit

4.  Rough cut

5.  Archival and stock footage

6.  Animation and artwork

7.  Narration

8.  Revised Cuts

9.  Music

10.  Titles

It’s All About Post

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