Role 1: Editor-
A film editor, sometimes called a film and video editor, a movie editor, or an editor for film, is a technical professional who removes unnecessary footage and assembles the remaining pieces together to make finished works. Film Editors work on movies, TV programs, commercials, music videos, and other pieces of video content.
Film editors collaborate with other film professionals, including directors, sound editors, and cinematographers. Their work makes sure that films represent their director’s vision and tell their stories in the most engaging and effective ways. When film editors finish their work, the viewing experience should be seamless, as if the footage was never edited at all.
My inspiration for editing is Zach Staenberg. He has edited films such as The Matrix and The Matrix Reloaded as well as China Lake.
Role 2: Director-
Directors are the creative leads of the film. They hold the creative vision throughout the whole process, from pre-production through to the final edit.
They are employed by the executive producer or producer, who is ultimately in charge of a production. Directors start with a script, and work with a screenwriter and sometimes a script editing team. It’s not uncommon for the director to be the screenwriter as well.
My inspiration for direction is David Fincher. He has directed films such as Se7en, Zodiac and Fight Club.
Role 3: Cinematographer-
Cinematographers play an essential role in film production, dictating the overall look and visual style of a motion picture, television show, music video, or advert. They’re the person responsible for bringing a director’s vision to life on screen, handling all the technical aspects of visual storytelling.
Also known as a director of photography (DP or DoP), the cinematographer heads up the film crew and light crew on the film set. They’re generally involved in the entirety of the film production, from the early storyboarding stage – working on the in-depth visual narrative – right through to post-production.
My personal inspiration for cinematography is Dan Laustsen. He has filmed John Wick 2 and 3 as well as Silent Hill and Nightwatch.
