How I Edit Documentaries | My Complete Post-Production Workflow
In this video, I’m walking you through my entire post-production workflow. Everything from how I organize project files, build sequence templates, and even manage drafts. This is the exact process I used to edit my most recent documentary Invisible String.
If you’re into filmmaking, photography, or just curious about what goes into building a documentary from scratch, this is for you!
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• INVISIBLE STRING | The Story of HOKA Athle...
⏱️ Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction: Post-production breakdown
00:20 – Project setup & file organization
01:08 – Naming conventions & folder structure
01:30 – Sequence templates for all aspect ratios
02:09 – Building the first string-out
02:58 – Why multiple drafts are essential
03:43 – Tracking revisions & client changes
04:10 – Using Milanote for pre-production & edit reference
05:12 – Keeping the story sequential & consistent
05:27 – Editing environment setup
05:38 – Color-coding footage in Premiere
06:30 – Must-use shots vs B-roll vs selects
07:16 – Additional color labels for story, audio, match cuts
08:22 – Adding text labels to organize selects
08:45 – Music & SFX
09:27 – Export workflow & file delivery
10:11 – Sharing with clients via Dropbox
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