Instruction manual

Director can concentrate, and communicate without unnecessary interruptions. Everyone
else should remain quiet.
Editing Checklist
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Videotape Formats: Source VCR___________ Edit VCR (Master Videotape)_________
Number Of Videotapes Needed______
Editing Studio Rate - $_____ Per Hour
Number Of Videotapes Needed For Copies Of The Master_____
Copies Of The Master: ____ Copies X $____ Per Copy
Other ____________________________________
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Computer Special Effects
Desktop video is now the rage. Many companies manufacture computer-based
effects equipment, with amazing effects and 3D animation, for a reasonable price. And
they are available for IBM PC compatible and Apple Macintosh computers.
There are many types and manufacturers of special effects, which are used during
videotape editing. Basic effects allow you to alter the color of video Source footage. The
most expensive equipment commands high dollars - the sale price of the equipment, and
the hourly rate charged to a client.
Many small editing studios offer special effects at reasonable prices. When
talking with editing studios, ask each one what type. of effects they have, and the cost. If
you’re interested, ask to see a demonstration. This could change the way you approach a
script and shoot.
The common and best way to edit with effects is to use an editing system with
built-in effects equipment. As each edit is made, the Source footage is routed into the
effects gear, and the output is recorded onto the Master tape.
Another way is to edit with a Cuts-Only system. Then, using an editing system
with effects, playback the Master (in its entirety) as a Source tape, while routing the
video signal through the effects gear. The Edit/Record VCR will record a new Master,
with effects.
Another way is to record copies of all of the original Source tapes, as they are