🎬Avoid over-editing or under-editing. Cut based on a purpose and serve the story.
🔊Use sound efficiently, including diagetic sound, to enhance the viewer's experience.
🎵Select music that matches the mood and energy of your video to evoke emotion and engage viewers.
👁️🗨️Prioritize quality over watch time. Make your videos the optimal length to serve the content.
✂️Ensure that your video flows well by using flowing cuts and techniques like match cuts, J cuts, and L cuts.
Why is it important to cut based on a purpose and serve the story?
—Cutting based on a purpose and serving the story ensures that every edit contributes to the overall message and enhances the viewer's understanding and engagement.
How can I use sound efficiently in my videos?
—Utilize different layers of sound, including diagetic sound, to create a more immersive experience for viewers. Pay attention to the sounds that exist in the world of your video and add them to enhance the storytelling.
How can music enhance my video?
—Choosing the right music that matches the mood and energy of your video can evoke emotion and captivate viewers. It adds another dimension to your content and helps in keeping the audience engaged.
Why should I prioritize quality over watch time?
—While watch time is important, sacrificing quality and story for longer videos may lead to decreased viewer retention. It's better to create videos of appropriate length that are engaging and impactful.
What are some flowing cuts that I can use?
—Flowing cuts, such as match cuts, J cuts, and L cuts, can make your videos flow better and keep viewers engaged. These techniques add continuity and smooth transitions between shots.
00:00Introduction to the importance of video editing and its impact on viewer engagement.
02:20Avoid over-editing or under-editing. Cut based on a purpose and serve the story.
04:45Use sound efficiently, including diagetic sound, to enhance the viewer's experience.
05:55Select music that matches the mood and energy of your video to evoke emotion and engage viewers.
07:25Prioritize quality over watch time. Make your videos the optimal length to serve the content.
08:58Ensure that your video flows well by using flowing cuts and techniques like match cuts, J cuts, and L cuts.
10:30Conclusion and encouragement to apply the strategies discussed in the video.
