The History of Film and Video Editing

An introduction to the history of film and video editing, including both essential editing techniques and evolving technology.

Introduction

• Welcome

1. A History of Film Editing

• Early photography and film: Before editing
• The pioneers: First days of film editing
• Film language is born: Continuity editing and montage theory
• The age of sound emerges
• Establishing and breaking standards of editing
• Further evolution of editing techniques

2. The Technology of Film and Video Editing

• Advancements in film editing technology and technique
• Video enters the picture
• The digital era emerges: The age of the NLE
• Understanding how the past has shaped the present and future

Conclusion

• Next steps