5 Fast Tips for Fast-Cut Editing

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5 killer editing tips for making your fast-paced video edits more exciting. Non-technical, can be applied to FCP X, Premiere or any platform.
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This clip teach me better than my four years of college in journalism.

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Lynny lalyla sad but same for my 3 years of filmmaking college

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try and error is best teacher everthing :D

[@Leprutz]

Schools are useless... Never learnt anything there. Apart from reading and the bases of maths. Filmschool, same stuff. True Stroy: When my colleagues and I entered filmschool our first homeworks were shooting simple conversations. Now guess what. They were much better at the beginning than when we finished school. At the end our Shortfilms sucked big time. Why? Simple... Creativity is strongest whit lack of knowledge.

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[@jehrico]

One of the biggest and important aspect of videos and film is sound. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make a tutorial how you record your sound effects like birds flapping their wings, footsteps, sounds of water etc! Thanks and very informative

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find them on youtube and download them. Its super easy.

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ssshh.. that is THE secret sauce!

[@CinecomCrew]

Super collection of tips! Reminds me a lot of 'Watchtower of Turkey'.

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OMG HII

[@VictorOtto]

Brandon, you have no idea how much you inspire me. Please, keep filming!!! Huge fan from Brazil!!!

[@DaveDugdaleColorado]

Great tips, thanks for posting!

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

thanks Dave!

[@MajorMotions]

Brandon Li I'm a music videographer quick cuts is my life. Great video.

[@JamieFenn]

Brandon Li Question: to achieve the look when you slowly keyframe the shot to zoom in or out, how far can you push it when shooting only in 1080? (% wise in FCPX)

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

about 20% in a brief shot. The longer the shot, the more the audience will notice a lower quality image

[@JamieFenn]

Brandon Li ah ok. So that's where the 4K comes in handy.

[@XgwilosX]

These are honeslty some of the best and simplest tips I've heard. So straight forward and easy to understand. Love it! Thanks

[@phillipdorset]

Dude you are upping the quality of Tipps etc from video to video!!

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[@mattr9476]

Dude, this was so helpful. Unlike so many of other people's "tips" videos on YT, you actually delivered on your video's title!

[@datenraten1983]

Great and original video, once again! It's kinda interesting how you can get away with compression artifacts / lower resolution / etc. when digitally punching in, granted you follow this hectic editing style.

[@Joey_Helms]

Sweet tips buddy! The intentionality during shooting and having the shot already in mind I would say is the hardest thing :)

[@MsTessG]

You are the most helpful person on KZbin to me. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@MichaelVettas]

one of the only videos on editing I have seen that actually gives real world actual working advise, thanks Brandon

[@alexblack30152]

Hey, your channel is really good! There is definitely a large audience for the your uniquely styled short-story videos, keep doing what you're doing and they'll find you!

[@christiangaraffa6830]

Brandon keeps it simple and professional. No frills, only the relevant stuff. Great teacher!

[@missmirmi973]

Hola Brandon! thanks a lot for your tips! I am an aspiring travel vlogger and have almost no experience shooting or editing hehehe. So this really helps! I found your channel a week ago and I love your work! your videos are amazing!! and I admire your vision! Saludos desde México

[@MochilaNomada]

es el puto amo :)

[@9xixix9]

Literally kept saying "brilliant" over and over again as I watched through this video. No fluff, get to the point, clear, good tips. Brilliant. THANK you.

[@PabloCimadevila]

Congrat for yuour work Bandon. I love it :) I´m jewlery designer and now I have my own youtube channel. You help me a lot with your advise. Thank you!!! And keep going!!

[@aqfamily3635]

Gold. Love how you always teach us about story telling rather than making stuff cool w transitions and edit. My fav story teller channel for sure!

[@drishtivedsoundsvisuals5869]

OwnLine. . 2 months ago (edited). . 0:07 1st demo 0:40 2nd demo 0:45 #1 Simplify your shots : Center your subject Zoom in on your subject Use silhouettes 1:36 #2 Punch in/out of your subject : Start wide and immediately Punch in Start closer to your subject and Punch out wide 2:03 #3 Keep the same screen direction from shot to shot : If your subject is going in wrong direction, sometimes you can flip the shot Add a little bit digital zoom If shot is static 3:07 #4 Follow a dominant shape/color/luma between shots : 3:30 #5 Establish a cause/effect between shots : You start the story in one shot finish in another shot

[@chrisearle4655]

Brandon Li- I have watched hundreds of hours of KZbin tips and advice, but your stuff is always the most helpful. I think you've outdone yourself with this vid, however. I will definitely be watching this one again and again. Thank you, Sir.

[@FrankDoorhof]

Great tips. The small digital zoom is one I'm also using And is very effective. Great scenes too.

[@SpeedStrengthJames]

@@amityfilmmaking Correct, but to get around this is to shoot in a resolution above what is needed. So you may shoot in 4k if you want to digital zoom and the final render is in 1080p as an example.

[@fernandosusan7441]

Hi buddy, is this the same with dolly zoom?

[@EveryDayHoliDay]

You won't imagine, Brandon, how much I have been looking for a tuturial on this subject!! I am still so bad at fast-cut-editing, and even some of the tips you shared here I have figured out on my own, I never saw shuch a well-explained tutorial on that matter! Thank you! You are really very, very inspiring!

[@pcholtz]

I love tutorials for things that are seemingly obvious, and many of us already do instinctively, but when broken down provide us with a much greater sense of control and purpose of our editing workflows. Really helps me jump over that especially tricky bar that distinguishes the good from the great.

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This is one of the most useful, creative kickstarting videos for filmmaking out there.

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when is the full review of Sony a6500 coming out?

[@HarounCherif1975]

Simply brilliant advice for creators. Just entered the world of editing and came to the conclusion that I was looking for too much editing advice, but was missing good footage. So going to follow these tips in my next project. Super cheers for this. Gold.

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It was stolen by the nazis from dharma philosophy. In India all the way to Japan - it it's a symbol that means peace and harmony.

[@gdumaguing]

Brandon, you're heaven sent. i have problems with the shots i have more, than editing. but this gives me an idea on what to shoot so editing will be easier. thank you!

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Amazing work bro! I was thrilled and burdensome watching this video. Lol There is something awesome about the mystery of your work. It distinguishes you from all other KZbinrs. As one creative to another, start an online film school and offer your tips, advice, and classes there because something of this value should cost a price! (I would sign up)

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

Thanks, there's only so much I want to teach publicly though

[@joeponi4670]

I respect it and glad to hear that! Everyone's videos look the same now and days. Your unique style and techniques are refreshing.. Glad to hear some things will remain a mystery.

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Finally a useful and inspiring channel by a person who certainly know what he talks about. Thanks.

[@MJOb928]

That has got to be the most useful video I've ever seen on editing based on knowledge gained per seconds watched. Really helpful, thanks.

[@fernandosusan7441]

Im curios about the DIGITAL ZOOM..is this just like dolly zoom?thanks

[@FergbyFive]

Yes and no. It gives the effect of a dolly zoom but he is talking about using your editing software to zoom in by increasing the scale between two keyframes.

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A creative and informative genius. You're the Ace in the pack mate

[@sameijanjua6789]

This was the simplest most precise tutorial I have ever seen

[@luboyanev]

These tips are so key, helps so much to always keep them in the back of the head!

[@chawpmaak]

Brother man I've been binge watch you stuff and it's past one in the morning already.. I'm blown by this..

[@Telmosampaio]

Im doing a travel around Asia for 3 months and this tips are helping me a lot, thank you so much!! :D

[@kionimoto]

Keep these videos coming please...this is pure gold

[@poman911]

I do one or two of these tips without realizing it but this is awesome how you summarized it all. Thanks!

[@jonwide6689]

Man, the amount of knowledge in such a short span of time... Respect!

[@SuzyTopAgent]

Wow, these edits and tips were awesome! I will definitely work on these!

[@PieceofAmr]

Thank you Brandon, I'm learning a lot from you. Please keep posting some tips from time to time.

[@haidergheevala85]

Yourself & your videos are a great source of inspiration for me... keep it up!

[@jaaypeso]

Another great must watch video from the great Brandon Li. Keep it up man!

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1000+ likes 0 dislike.... this is the true educational video everyone in this business should follow instead of click-bate shits.. I cannot wait to see 1 million subs for this channel.

[@JamieTurner]

What can I say? I just watched 9 of your videos in a row. Amazing content. Brilliant delivery. And actionable information. Bravo! Can’t wait to watch more.

[@m0nztam0nk]

my goodness... i think i never learned so much praktikal and useful stuff in one video before... awesome!

[@mohdazreenazmi]

by far one of the best tips i've ever seen. thank you soo much!

[@dashaslens]

This kind of thoughtfulness around composition is so much more helpful than learning effects/LUTS/transitions/gear -- thank you so much!

[@kenugbara7950]

Feels like I just learned how to be a better cinematographer. Very valuable tips I would take into my motion graphics. Thanks, Man.

[@peternevill4404]

I love seeing these tuts - thanks Brandon!

[@Captyvate]

Some great tips! Some of which I've subconsciously been doing for years, some I haven't. Will keep all of this in mind moving forward!

[@ZurielZdel]

These tips changed my world. No I don't come from videography but for a simple mind like mine, these tips are wonderful :)

[@mikesalomon2695]

"Worked on it during years over and over and over "No secret, just work pay. Thank you for that video. Great one.

[@GPurityPureTalk]

Such an informative, easy to understand video! Thanks Brandon Li!!

[@chrispylettuce]

Really subtle yet very helpful tips! Will try to incorporate in my own vids

[@LewseeAhh]

thanks for posting all the gear etc in the description

[@LewseeAhh]

probably my top video of yours. very helpful and easy to follow..will definetly put the tips into practice and think about those things when I begin to press record

[@AustinBlackvideo]

Really like these tips. It's always good to think of the editing suite when you're shooting

[@AttorneyThatRides]

Much better video than others I have watched that are the same ole! Keep the tips coming!

[@prijunkoirala2410]

There are great tips that noone talks about .. Thanks Brandon.. My editing's going to next level now.

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Brandon is simply the best!

[@swashy8933]

Ahhhh I always wondered about your style and its definitely what you've revealed here... This is a game changer. Massive value many thanks.

[@amazindog4509]

Another great video Brandon! This and your video on frame rates were super useful.

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I'm definitely learning new stuff here! Keep posting!

[@anthonypc1]

Woa. 4:08 always gotta remember the Swastika also means something else... center frame dominant color and iconic silhouette shape. grabs the eye at a glance.

[@shoreline9201]

Brandon your tutorials are so concise, clear and illustrative! Thank you!!!

[@dietrichnissen4150]

Spot on, Brandon. Thanks for sharing this.

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Wow the rare video with actually good tips

[@LeeIsDoing1987]

it was my first lesson about how to shoot and edit! you saved me! thanks !!! good job

[@jaycelliston2613]

Saw you at the B&H Live Event and really enjoyed it. Glad to see you publishing on KZbin. Look forward to more videos.

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

cool thanks for watching that!

[@5p115]

Brandon, thanks for all your helpful videos

[@UncleSam]

Thanks Brandon, those techniques are very useful for me to learn .

[@frenic]

Wow, I learned a lot in less than 5 minutes. Amazing tips and thanks for sharing it.

[@OlintoeRafaelaCicloturismo]

Great Brandon, thank you for this new lesson.

[@leoramos515]

This was one of the best tutorials I've ever seen, nice job man! I've been trying really fast cutting in my VLOGs, but it wasn't working out as well as this. Now I see why. Keep up the tutorials 👍🏽

[@TheElectricMrPJ]

Your tips were very helpful in really helping to make a video more flowing and comprehensive. Thanks much. This will help me with my upcoming music videos.

[@thebookofjj6292]

Brilliant storytelling. And great tips. I had about ten minutes to research flash cut techniques and I learned all I needed to know in less than five. Thank you, sir!

[@vinceduquestories]

thanks for the tips. Enjoyed how straightforward your narration is; unlike so many who like to pay themselves on the back for SO long THEN give the tip.

[@christiansimmerl]

I tried it to learn myself in the last few videos and it kinda worked. :) But this Video helps so much. Thank you!

[@brettantoni]

Priceless tips! Greatly appreciated bro!

[@julianthomas3392]

love this, great video. simple, useful story telling tips. keep em coming!

[@PhenomenalHitman5150]

Thank you for making these videos Brandon. There's are priceless nuggets of information that three years of university never taught me and where I had to learn the trial and error way!

[@BrandonLiUnscripted]

that's the best way to learn

[@DrDoinks]

Such great and raw cinematography tips- thank you!

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thank you very much brandon li for your generosity!!!!

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Orale (Spanish for Wooowww) You are a great teacher. Clear, concise and cool. It is the first video I fee I will spend valuable time here. Gracias

[@jasonkitching]

please please do a video on your sound design, its so underrated these days and you do it best.

[@chryslerchwe]

thanks @brandonli I do this often without realising it much But I want to improve from a perspective of 'intentionally done' Thanks for putting these into understandable chunks wish me luck for the next few projects

[@oneworldvideo]

Awesome right to the point presentation style! Congrats!

[@gravityflyer]

Yes, thank you Brandon!! Without a doubt, one of my favorite aspects of your videos is your editing! I would love more on your approach to fast-cut editing, but I realize (and appreciate) from a previous video that you'd like to keep some things to yourself which I totally understand. Greatly appreciate this video!

[@bryansilver295]

First-rate! You presented yourself and your topics brilliantly. Really impressed by the way you packed so much incredibly helpful information into such a short video.

[@MrDhunviper]

can't thank you enough.. great tips as always brandon!

[@StefanThyron]

Awesome video!! Thanks for sharing.

[@abdullahandbeyond]

I really liked the scenes you were using as example, good stuff man!

[@GuilhermeCamargo]

Thanks the tips bro! Im learning a lot!

[@MrBanhor]

the most practical tips found so far, will try to apply this to wildlife shootings and see how is it looks like.....cheers

[@dipankar2010able]

Wonderful you just simplified the technique of montage !

[@DavidKatz]

Very helpful and insightful. Cheers Brandon!

[@Helloworld0v0]

This is super super helpful!!! Please show more!

[@rwickra]

OK this is by far one of the most useful helpful videos for education on KZbin. Thank you so much, Brandon! I learned so much from watching these 4 minutes!