How many different types of edit points exist in the world of post-production?
The answer to that question will depend a lot on how you decide to parse the filmmaker’s lexicon. But no matter if you’re a beginner to the edit bay or have some projects under your belt already, it’s good to get a refresher on the basics.
Here are eight of the most useful and widely applicable cuts, with some help from Shutterstock. Check out their video below, then jump into our advice.
1. Your Ordinary, Average Cut
This is the simplest type of edit possible. One clip starts, and, before it’s over, another one gets jammed right in. Invisible editing calls for each point of transition to be smooth and borderline imperceptible to the audience. Editing seamlessly allows you to craft the story, molding each event to cinematic perfection.
Author: Emma Garofalo
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
