Nonlinear Editing
Storytelling, Aesthetics, & Craft
Published on 7. January 2002
Book
Paperback/Softback
523 pages
978-1-57820-096-2 (ISBN)
Description
The art of editing in a nonlinear mode cannot be gleaned from software application manuals. This book is designed to convey the artistic considerations and techniques that both new and experienced editors need to employ in editing digital stock. Readers learn the importance of timing, emotion, and art in assembling a cohesive project that tells a story with the appropriate flow and pace. Each chapter features interviews with professionals and exercises relevant to the subject matter under discussion.
Reviews / Votes
"If you are serious about improving your knowledge and skills as a filmmaker, you owe it to yourself to get a copy of this book and keep it handy."-Jim Kanter, CreativeCow.net
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Lawrence
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 178 mm
Weight
1152 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-57820-096-2 (9781578200962)
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Person
Bryce Button is a co-owner and primary editor for Through Line Post, a renowned editing house located in Denver, Colorado. He has won numerous awards in the course of his 500+ editing projects. Bryce's specialty is documentary storytelling although he has edited films, commercials, and television programs throughout his career. International clients include Gale Anne Hurd, Robert Redford, Republic Pictures, NBC, ABC, the Royal Shakespeare Company, and the BBC. Bryce is one of the premier Avid instructors in the US, having worked with Avid Media Composers since their beta days in 1988. He has written for DV and Computer Video magazines and is a regular lecturer at venues that include the DV Expo, the Rockport International Film School, and Moviola.
Content
Introduction Who Am I and Why Did I Write This Book? Goals of the Book Who Might Enjoy Reading This Book? How to Use This Book Topics Not Discussed Interview 1 and inspirational quotes. Chapter 1: Gathering round the Campfire Chapter 2:But how do I break in? Chapter 3:Gathering the Editors tools Chapter 4: Planning the process Chapter 5:Tripping on transitions Chapter 6:Overcoming story problems Chapter 7:Giving respect where respect is due Chapter 8:Colour and Composition Chapter 9:Compositing and the Editor Chapter 10: Dynamic Sound Chapter 11:Clients and Chaos Chapter 12:Conclusions and Continuity Chapter 13:Useful Lists