Film Editor Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Film Editor includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Reading the scripts to understand the vision of the Director.
  • Visiting set locations during filming.
  • Collaborating with Sound Editors, Sound Effects Editors, and Cinematographers.
  • Making revisions as per the request of the Director.
  • Reviewing footage and selecting scenes according to the vision.
  • Trimming segments of footage.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Film Editor duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Film Editor roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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