Editorial or Film Editor

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CHAPTER

EDITORIAL

here is the story that the screenwriter wrote, the story that the

director filmed, and the story that the editor assembled. Ideally, each is

the same story.

Even before a production wraps, the editor is busy assembling the film

footage into a rough version of the story known as an editor's cut.

Working with the director, the editor refines the story through several

stages until it is deemed ready to be shown to the producer or studio.

Once approved, further changes may be necessary based upon screening

audience reaction, before the final cut is made.

Those involved in the editorial process include:

· Editor

· First Assistant Editor

· Second Assistant Editor

· Apprentice Editor

· Negative Cutter

· Projectionist

Job Overview

In consultation with the director, the editor is responsible for the

complex process of assembling the film or video footage in a cohesive

JOB TITLE: EDITOR, FILM EDITOR,

OR PICTURE EDITOR

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