Film and Video Editors are responsible for editing the music, sound, and video of a film and putting it all together to create a high quality finished product.
Editors take footage of a sequence shot at many different angles and cuts them together to tell a story to the viewer, ensuring that the cuts are fluid and seamless. They often take several takes of the same scene to find the most effective deliveries and angles to tell the best story.
They are also responsible for inserting the music, dialogue, and sound effects so the film forms a cohesive whole.
Most positions for Film and Video Editors require a bachelor’s degree in film or a related subject. Check out what degrees are being offered in many locations and start the camera rolling on your new career.