*bold*Course Overview
The aim of this course is to give you a greater appreciation and understanding of the craft of editing and the role of the editor. With an historic perspective and using a hands on approach, you will be guided through the creative process including: the importance of structure and story telling; editing language and grammar; music and sound effects. Material to edit will be supplied throughout the course.

*bold*Course Outcomes
Upon completing this course, you will:
• Understand the role of the editor
• Understand the usage of language and grammar in editing
• Have learned different approaches to editing drama or documentary
• Understand the role of music and sound
• Understand timing and the use of effects
• Have gained a better understanding of structure and storytelling
• Know how to put together a shot sequence

*bold*Lesson Structure
Lesson 1 Introduction to the role of the editor • A look at an historic perspective • Final Cut Pro editing tools • Students begin to develop a sequence to cut
Lesson 2 Glossary of terms • Examples and practice • Tools and techniques • The language and grammar of editing
Lesson 3 The narrative • Looking at examples and discussing montage • Examining the role of sound and music
Lesson 4 The role of the modern editor • The power of the editing process • Editing for different genres: drama; documentary music video and animation
Lesson 5 Recap of course work • Open critique of work produced on the course

*bold*Entry Requirements
Students should be Mac or PC literate and fluent in English and have a good understanding of Final Cut Pro.