Suggested editing do's and don'ts

basterd!! · Post by **basterd!!** » Sun Apr 17, 2005 7:36 am

ok, assuming we know how to use every tool in the premiere/after effects toolbox what are some good do's and don'ts that you think you've learned over the course of editing?(at least 1 of each please)

My newest revelations:

Don't use shape specific masks (i.e. stars or pentagons)

Do use masks with soft edges

bum · Post by **bum** » Mon Apr 18, 2005 11:42 am

DO listen to what other people say

DONT be afraid to go against their words and try things other people advise against.

Scandia · Post by **Scandia** » Mon Apr 18, 2005 1:29 pm

Don't overdo the special effects!

Scintilla · Post by **Scintilla** » Mon Apr 18, 2005 5:50 pm

DON'T leave a mouth in any position for only one frame when lip synching -- always leave it there for two frames or more, otherwise it will look too flappy.

DO try mouthing the words yourself and taking note of your own mouth movements -- remember, you DON'T close your mouth after every single syllable.