This post was written by Michelle Gallina and originally appeared on the Adobe blog on June 11th, 2024.Over the course of the night, the family get-together takes the audience on a dramatic journey of emotions when an accidental death gets in the way. Editor Kait Plum shares how she used Adobe Premiere Pro to craft this comedy.“Bad Shabbos” will air at Tribeca Film Festival on June 10.How and where did you first learn to edit?I got my start in editing back in high school. After school, my friends and I would head into the woods to create impromptu comedy films to later post on YouTube. But because we had to go home for dinner, our stories often lacked endings. It fell to me to tie everything together in the editing room, stitching scenes and crafting narratives out of whatever we captured. Reflecting on it now, that's probably how I learned the essence of storytelling. It's funny how those early days unknowingly laid the groundwork for my career.How do you begin a project/set up your workspace?When starting a new project, my first step is usually to screen the dailies. I find that my most authentic reactions come from that initial viewing. If I feel a genuine emotion or find myself laughing, I know those are the moments that will resonate with the audience in the final cut. As far as the workspace setup, a cup of espresso is all I need.Tell us about a favorite scene or moment from this project...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Monday, 17 June, 2024