How to Shoot Footage Editors Love
Oct 21, 2025
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Want to make your editor’s life easier — and your project look better? In this video, I break down exactly what editors need from shooters to deliver clean, professional, and edit-ready footage. From matching specs and timecode to coverage, exposure, and shot variety — this is your checklist for shooting footage editors will actually love to work with.
Whether you’re freelancing on your own or part of a production team, these are the habits that make you a better collaborator and a more reliable shooter.
00:00 - Intro
00:45 - Meta Data
01:19 - The Basics
02:53 - Stabilize
03:18 - Audio
04:37 - Provide Notes
06:41 - Variety is Key
09:39 - Conclusion
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