Editing Vocab Flashcards Edit Lab Flashcards
Part 1: Core Workflow & Files
Cut & Fold Guide
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Non-linear Editing (NLE)
Software that allows accessing any frame in a video sequence directly for editing (e.g., Premiere Pro).
Timeline
The main workspace where video and audio clips are arranged in chronological order.
Raw Footage
Original, unedited footage directly from the camera before any processing.
Rough Cut
The first draft of a project, assembling scenes without fine-tuning pacing or effects.
Edit Lab Flashcards
Part 2: Workflow & Basic Cuts
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Fine Cut
A near-finished version with precise pacing, effects, and final transitions.
Rendering
The process of applying effects and creating a final, playable video file.
Cut
The most basic transition, switching instantly from one shot to the next.
Jump Cut
A sudden, abrupt cut between similar shots to show time passing quickly.
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Part 3: Techniques
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J-Cut
The audio from the next scene starts before the video changes.
L-Cut
The audio from the current scene continues over the video of the next scene.
Cutaway
A shot that briefly cuts away from the main action to show related detail.
Cross Cutting
Editing between two different scenes to imply they are happening simultaneously.
Edit Lab Flashcards
Part 4: Effects
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B-Roll
Supplemental or alternative footage used to cut away from the main subject (A-roll).
Transitions
Visual effects placed between clips, such as a Dissolve or Wipe.
Keying
Removing a specific color (like Green Screen) from a scene to make it transparent.
Compositing
Layering multiple video tracks or images to create a single image.
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Part 5: Technical Specs
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Color Grading
Artistically enhancing the color and mood of the video to tell a visual story.
Frame Rate
The speed at which frames are shown (e.g., 24, 30, or 60 frames per second).
Resolution
The number of pixels (e.g., 1080p, 4K), determining image sharpness.
Aspect Ratio
The width-to-height ratio of the screen (e.g., 16:9 for YouTube).
Post Production Glossary Edit Lab Master Deck
20 Vocabulary Study Cards • Quick Cut Version
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NLE
Non-linear editing software like Premiere Pro.
Timeline
The chronological workspace for all clips.
Raw Footage
Original, unedited camera files.
Rough Cut
First draft assembly of scenes.
Fine Cut
A polished, near-finished project draft.
Rendering
Processing project into a final video file.
Cut
Instant transition between two shots.
Jump Cut
Abrupt cut to show time passing quickly.
J-Cut
Audio from next scene starts early.
L-Cut
Audio from current scene trails over next.
Cutaway
Brief shot showing a related detail.
Cross Cutting
Editing between two simultaneous scenes.
B-Roll
Supplemental footage for context.
Transitions
Visual effects between clips (e.g. Wipe).
Keying
Removing a color (like Green Screen).
Compositing
Layering video tracks into one image.
Color Grading
Artistically enhancing color and mood.
Frame Rate
Playback speed (24, 30, 60 fps).
Resolution
Pixel count / sharpness (1080p, 4K).
Aspect Ratio
Screen width-to-height ratio (16:9).
Edit Lab Series Master Deck Ref-02
Editing IQ Quiz Editing IQ Assessment
Post-Production Mastery • v1.13
Student Name
Date
PART 1
Term Matching
1. Timeline
A. Supplemental footage used for context or cover cuts.
2. Rendering
B. Creating a final playable file from project data.
3. B-Roll
C. The workspace where clips are arranged chronologically.
4. Keying
D. The width-to-height ratio of the screen (e.g. 16:9).
5. Aspect Ratio
E. Removing a specific color to create transparency.
PART 2
Technical Concepts
6. Which cut is used to show a sudden, abrupt skip forward in time within the same scene?
A) Cross Cut
B) Jump Cut
C) L-Cut
D) Cutaway
7. What is artistically enhancing the color and mood of a video called?
A) Compositing
B) Color Grading
C) Rendering
D) Keying
PART 3
Scenario Analysis
"You hear the sound of a boiling pot starting, but the screen still shows the chef for 2 more seconds before cutting to the pot."
Technique:
"An actor finishes a line and the video cuts to a reaction, but we still hear the actor's voice finishing their sentence over the new shot."
Technique:
"A reporter is talking. Every few seconds, the editor inserts a shot of a construction site to show what the reporter is talking about."
Technique:
Edit Lab Series Ref: EL-QZ-10
Final Score
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Editing IQ Quiz Answer Key Answer Key
Teacher Resource: Editing IQ Quiz (v1.1)
PART 1
Matching
1. Timeline C
2. Rendering B
3. B-Roll A
4. Keying E
5. Aspect Ratio D
PART 2
Multiple Choice
6. Jump Cut B
7. Color Grading B
PART 3
Scenario Analysis
Scenario 8: Chef J-CUT
Audio from the next scene starts before the video changes.
Scenario 9: Actor Dialogue L-CUT
Audio from the current scene continues over the next shot.
Scenario 10: News Reporter CUTAWAY
A shot that briefly shows related detail outside the main action.
Scoring Guide
1 Point per correct answer
10 PTS
