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How does an Emmy-nominee structure their folders for easy file retrieval?

How does an Emmy-nominee structure their folders for easy file retrieval?

Update: 2025-10-20
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Have you ever wasted half your day hunting for a missing video asset, panicking as a tight deadline approaches? In this episode of The Video Editing Podcast, Shiny exposes the industry folder structure that professionals use at BBC, Vice, and Ogilvy – so you’ll never lose your reputation (or another client) over poor organisation. You’ll discover first-hand how mastering asset management can turn chaotic projects into smooth workflows, guaranteeing clients see you as fast, reliable and worth re-hiring for top rates.

You’ll learn:

  • How to build an ultra-clear folder structure so you can find any asset in 10 seconds flat and speed up your video editing workflow.
  • The clever tricks pros use to handle client briefs, feedback, graphics, and exports, so you never get caught out by last-minute requests.
  • Why reliability and organisation are the secret skills that set premium editors apart – and how you can use them to boost your rates.


Want to work like an Emmy-nominated editor and finally stop the endless searching agony? Press play and unlock your professional edge in asset organisation on The Video Editing Podcast.

Timestamps:

[00:00:00 ] Why messy folders kill your reputation

[00:02:09 ] The top-level folder structure: four essential folders

[00:04:01 ] Documents folder: brief, feedback, fonts & references

[00:05:20 ] Exports vs production assets: keeping it clear

[00:07:03 ] Footage, proxies, raw media and date formats

[00:09:43 ] Graphics, logos and international clarity

[00:10:33 ] The Online phase: mastering project handover

[00:11:37 ] Projects and supplied assets: never lose a file

[00:12:57 ] Speed, reliability and why organisation gets you hired

[00:15:09 ] Premiere Pro bin structure & AI-powered search

[00:15:47 ] Final tip: naming conventions that save your projects


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How does an Emmy-nominee structure their folders for easy file retrieval?

How does an Emmy-nominee structure their folders for easy file retrieval?

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