From Dailies to Deliverables: Introduction to Editing and Post-Production

Robert Bresson said: “A film is born three times. First in the writing of the script, once again in the shooting, and finally in the editing.” You may know how to write a great script or direct a beautiful scene, but you may be unfamiliar with the technical side of the edit room, or find this phase of the craft intimidating. Since post-production typically takes longer than pre-production and production combined, it is critical to understand how to collaborate in this space to elevate your work in your “final rewrite.” 

Whether you are a director who wants to learn how to collaborate with an editor, a producer eager to understand the post-production process, or are interested in editing your own work, this course will help you elevate your craft.

In this four-week online course, you will get an overview of the editing and post-production process from an experienced director/editor who has worked in the fiction and documentary space. Each week, you will have the opportunity to learn from guest speakers and ask them questions. 

By the end of the course, you will learn how to find a great editor, how to effectively communicate with them, and how to collaborate with other members of the post-production team. 

What you bring to the course:

• An interest in learning more about the editorial and post-production process
• A desire to learn the terms and tools you’ll need to successfully collaborate with an editor

What you'll get from the course:

• An overview of the principles of editing
• The language and knowledge you need to hire and collaborate with an editor
• A thorough understanding of the roles in post-production
• A rundown of what a post-production schedule and budget looks like
• Suggested viewing and reading to help you understand various editing techniques

This course will:

• feature guests speakers
• connect you with other creators via a discussion board where you can talk through core concepts and share your work
• demonstrate concepts through lectures and examples, with opportunities to ask questions to the instructor in an open forum
• not require outside class work

A limited number of need-based scholarships are available and are considered on a rolling basis as they are received. Those who apply earlier will have a greater chance of getting support. To apply for a scholarship, please complete the course registration form.

Sundance Collab provides accommodations and support services to participants with disabilities. Accommodations and services are designed to meet the needs of each participant. Please email us at accessibility@sundance.org to arrange for services.