INTRODUCTION
Video editing is a fun and creative process, but, like any skill, it takes time to learn. As a beginner, it’s easy to get into some bad habits that can take your editing skills backwards. In this video, we’ll show you the top 7 video editing mistakes that every beginner should avoid.
1. NOT EDITING FOR THE STORY
When you’re editing, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of what you’ve captured. You might have some amazing footage, but if it doesn’t tell a story, then it’s not going to engage your audience. Before you start editing, think about the story you want to tell and how the shots you have will fit into this story.
2. TOO MANY EFFECTS AND TRANSITIONS
It’s tempting to get a bit carried away with all the fancy transitions and effects you have available in your editing software. The thing is, if you overuse them, it can be distracting for the viewer and detract from the story you’re trying to tell. Keep your edits simple.
3. BAD AUDIO
There’s nothing worse than watching a great video with terrible audio. If the sound levels are all over the place, there’s background noise, or the music is too loud, it can ruin the whole video. Always keep an ear on your audio levels and clean up any background noise.
4. NOT COLOR CORRECTING/GRADING
Color correction and grading can make a big difference to the aesthetic of your video. Even a simple color correction can enhance the look of your footage and give your film a more cinematic feel. Don’t neglect this part of the editing process.
5. NOT KEEPING YOUR MEDIA ORGANISED
Keeping your clips labelled and organised will not only save you time when you’re editing, but it will also help you avoid making mistakes. It’s also a good idea to organize your timeline, especially if you have a lot of clips.
6. EDITING TOO FAST OR TOO SLOW
The speed at which you edit your clips together is important. If you edit too fast, it can be hard to follow, but if you edit too slow, your film can be boring. Play your edit back and see how the speed of your edits are working.
7. FORGETTING THE EXPORT SETTINGS
If you don’t export your video in the right settings, it can affect the quality of the final product. Make sure you understand the settings you need to export in, depending on where your video will end up. Always play back you final exported video, just to check everything is okay before you upload. CONCLUSION
By avoiding these top 7 editing mistakes, you’ll be well on your way to producing some polished and professional looking videos in no time. Editing is a skill that takes time to develop, so be patient and practice often. Happy editing.
