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Learn Film Editing for Filmmaking or for Just for Fun!
In this class, aspiring filmmakers will learn the core skills of professional editing, from pacing and transitions to sound design, to shape engaging stories. Through hands-on projects, you’ll build technical expertise in editing software while mastering the art of cinematic storytelling. Tailored assignments and feedback ensure you progress quickly and confidently, leaving with a portfolio of polished, impactful scenes.
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Online via webcam
At student's location: Around Edgware, United Kingdom
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Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate Advanced |
Duration: | 30 minutes 45 minutes 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English |
About Me
Hello! I am a filmmaker with over 10 years of experience in the industry across New York City, Los Angeles, and now London. I have taught at the American Film Institute as well as freelanced as an editor, collaborating with a slew of creative professionals. I love working with new artists who wish to expand their creative and technical minds through editing and creating new work. I look forward to speaking!Education
BFA from the Dodge College of Film and Media Arts (California, United States of America)MA from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama (London, United Kingdom)
Experience / Qualifications
Edited, sound engineered, and color corrected dozens of short, feature, and episodic films using tools such as Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe After Effects, and Adobe Audition.Recipient of several film festival awards for editing work.
In this course, aspiring filmmakers will master the full workflow of taking an idea from concept to execution, with a special focus on the skills needed to excel as a First Assistant Director (1st AD). You’ll learn essential pre-production and production skills, including script development, scheduling, shot planning, casting, cast and crew management, shot listing, storyboarding, safety and risk management, on-set communication, conflict resolution, and time management. Through practical exercises and personalized feedback, you’ll build the confidence to lead a seamless production.
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