Post-Production : How Many of These Film Editing Terms Do You Know? by Ashley Renee Smith

Ashley Renee Smith

How Many of These Film Editing Terms Do You Know?

IndieWire just released a fantastic breakdown of essential editing terminology that’s perfect for new editors and seasoned pros alike. Whether you’re deep in the timeline or collaborating across departments, having a shared vocabulary can make your workflow smoother and your creative choices more precise.

From “J-cuts” to “invisible cuts,” this list covers the techniques that shape how we experience a film, often without even realizing it.

Take a look at the article here:

https://www.indiewire.com/features/commentary/film-editing-terminology-p...

Which editing terms that YOU use are missing from this list, and should be used more commonly by the filmmakers you collaborate with?

Drop a comment and let’s share the overlooked lingo that deserves a spotlight!

Lindbergh E Hollingsworth

Missed one. Then when I read the meaning I said, "Oh that."

Brian Gunter

All but one. Ironically, it was relative to audio that while I was familiar with the function, I’d never heard it called an “L Cut” before.

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