Careers in video editing

1. Careers
In
Video Editing
Introduction
Eligibility
Job Prospects
Remuneration
Institutes
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2. Introduction
Video editing is the process of editing segments of
motion video production footage, special effects and sound
recordings in the post-production process. Motion
picture film editing is a predecessor to video editing and, in
several ways, video editing simulates motion picture film
editing, in theory and the use of linear video
editing and video editing software on non-linear editing
systems (NLE). Using video, a director can communicate non-
fictional and fictional events. The goals of editing is to
manipulate these events to bring the communication closer
to the original goal or target. It is a visual art.
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3. Eligibility
There is no formal educational qualification required
to enter into this profession. All one needs is the
training in the computer systems and programs used
in digital video/film editing and an interest in editing
visual media.
For doing specialized courses from reputed institutes
like Film and Television Institute of India, Pune,
candidates must possess the qualification prescribed
by the respective institutes/ colleges. In general,
Digital video editors often have a bachelor's or a
master's degree in animation or media arts.
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4. Job Prospects
Besides media houses, large film studios, electronic
news channel groups, one can also find wide ranging
opportunities in various production houses scattered
all across the country.
The increased popularity of online video clips has
also resulted in large number of job opportunities for
competent video editors.
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5. The average pay for a Film / Video Editor is Rs 246,664
per year
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6. Institutes
•Saraswati Music College, New Delhi
•Film and Television Institute of India, Pune
•Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI),
Calcutta
•Whistling Woods International, Goregaon .
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