The benefits of an editor on set

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For years, working out of a whiskey tank at Distilled Creative,

I focused on piecing together projects from shoot notes, fielding countless questions, and meeting with clients to bridge the gap between the shoot and the final edit. There was always a bit of a disconnect between myself and the shoot that I had to bring together in post.

But now that I'm on-set, everything has changed. I can react in real-time, answer questions, and make informed decisions for the edit. Depending on the day, there's often time for the client to review takes, make small edits, and even see a rough color grade.

The biggest advantages for me are:

• Taking notes on elements I know will impact the edit
• Answering any questions from the crew
• Considering additional shots that would enhance post-production
• Gaining a complete understanding of the purpose behind on-set adjustments

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This hands-on approach leads to a better product for the client and their vision. It also puts me in the driver’s seat of my workflow, making post-production more efficient and streamlined.

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I am looking forward to my next time on-set.