Are you tired of your video editing projects taking forever to complete? What if you could edit like a pro and finish your projects in half the time?

In this episode of The Video Editing Podcast, we'll show you exactly how a professional workflow can slash your editing time and double your earnings. Learn how to optimise your technical workflow, improve your editing speed, and quickly respond to client changes for a smoother, more efficient process. Discover actionable tips and insider techniques from a seasoned industry expert to streamline your video editing projects today.

By listening to this episode:

• You'll master the three keys to professional video editing: optimising your technical workflow, increasing your editing speed, and improving your response to client changes.
• You'll uncover the secret to avoiding common mistakes made by self-taught editors and how to ensure smooth, lag-free playback.
• You'll learn how proper organisation and project setup can reduce stress and make your editing process more enjoyable and efficient.

Ready to transform your video editing workflow and significantly boost your earnings? Tune in to this episode now!

Timestamps:

[00:00:00 ] The Pitfalls of Common Video Editing Practices

[00:01:16 ] Understanding a Typical Self-Taught Video Editor's Workflow

[00:02:47 ] The Importance of Implementing a Professional Workflow

[00:03:40 ] Key #1: Speed of Your Machine

[00:05:31 ] File Formats: Raw, Working, and Delivery

[00:07:58 ] The Importance of Transcoding and Proxies

[00:09:27 ] Variable Frame Rates and Audio Channel Prep

[00:10:17 ] Optimising Sequence and Export Settings

[00:12:17 ] Key #2: Speed of the Editor

[00:13:53 ] Essential Hardware Components for Faster Editing

[00:14:16 ] Best Practices for Software Settings

[00:15:04 ] Workflow Tools and Plugins

[00:16:52 ] Ergonomic Peripherals for Efficient Editing

[00:17:24 ] Key #3: Speed of Changes

[00:19:29 ] Creative Workflow Optimisation

[00:21:54 ] Building Edits with Intent

[00:24:28 ] Doubling Your Speed and Increasing Earnings

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• unsplice.com/keys

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