ABSTRACT
In any production the editing is every bit as important as the shooting. In a professional world editing time can be very expensive, and most producers and directors will be strictly rationed as to how much time you are allowed to spend in the edit. The amount of time you would be allocated varies according to the type of programme and the type of budget allocated. However, it’s rare for anyone to feel that they have enough time; most people feel that they could always do with more editing time. In your project you may not be limited by financial considerations but you may have limited access to equipment and you may have limited time available. It therefore makes sense to try to prepare in advance as much as possible for your edit and make the most of the time you have.
