A solid foundation for video editors!

• 8 Lessons
• 1 hour and 45 minutes of instructional videos

In Terms and Techniques of Editing, editor Joaquin Elizondo (Narcos: Mexico, Dark Winds) sets aspiring editors on the path to success. He does so by revealing basic in-depth editing techniques including various ways to cut a scene, engineering montages, improving audio, and everything in between!

To enhance your understanding of narrative techniques, Joaquin uses scenes from award-winning short films as a reference. That way, you can get the feel of how to edit projects with high-production value.

• Detailed Written Breakdowns
• English Subtitles

Module 1 — Editing Terms and Techniques

• Hard Cuts, J-Cuts & L-Cuts: Part 1
• Heads & Tails, Shot/Reverse Shots & ADR: Part 2
• Smash Cuts & Match Cuts: Part 3
• Jump Cuts & Soft Cuts: Part 4
• Keeping Continuity & Cutting On Action: Part 5
• Cross-Cutting, Split Screen & Montage: Part 6
• Cutaway, Point of View, Inserts & Stock Footage: Part 7
• Audio Sweetening: Part 8

Video Editing Techniques: Course Overview

Videos (8)

1. Hard Cuts, J-Cuts & L-Cuts: Part 1
Duration: 13:27
Description:
Joaquin shares his process for using hard cuts and explains how to finesse pacing and rhythm through J-cuts and L-cuts.

2. Heads & Tails, Shot/Reverse Shots & ADR: Part 2
Duration: 10:54
Description:
Discover the meanings of “heads & tails” terminology, learn when and why to use Shot/Reverse Shots, and explore effective ADR techniques.

3. Smash Cuts & Match Cuts: Part 3
Duration: 13:09
Description:
Understand the fundamentals of Smash Cuts and Match Cuts, and how to enhance their impact through pacing and storytelling.

4. Jump Cuts & Soft Cuts: Part 4
Duration: 13:12
Description:
Learn how to effectively use jump cuts, add motion to static shots, and soften abrupt transitions with soft cuts.

5. Keeping Continuity & Cutting On Action: Part 5
Duration: 13:38
Description:
Explore when and how to break the 180-Degree rule, and master crafting high-impact action sequences by cutting on action.

6. Cross-Cutting, Split Screen & Montage: Part 6
Duration: 12:46
Description:
Master cross-cutting, split screen techniques, and montage creation to condense time and enhance narrative pacing.

7. Cutaway, Point of View, Inserts & Stock Footage: Part 7
Duration: 10:19
Description:
Learn how to creatively use insert shots, cutaways, and POVs to improve storytelling, pacing, and overall creativity.

8. Audio Sweetening: Part 8
Duration: 09:24
Description:
Discover how audio sweetening can enhance your edit, and explore innovative approaches to using sound in your projects.