My editing started by putting all of the usable clips my timeline. This allowed me to visualise the order of the footage. To enhance the pacing and focus, I cut out unnecessary sections and split some of my scenes in half, particularly the over-the-shoulder shots, which created a better flow.
With all my clips muted, I started to envision what sound i needed. Since I planned to add custom sound effects and music, I disabled the original audio to prevent any interference from on-location noise. This way, the only sounds in the final cut would be intentional, giving me full control over the sounds.
In the next stage, I began adding in sound effects and voiceovers. By placing the voiceovers at this stage, I could start shaping the film’s audio and timing for sound effects. I noticed that some voiceovers didn’t align with the pacing of the visuals, so I adjusted the speed slightly to match the onscreen actions. Additionally, I adjusted volume levels on certain clips that were too quiet or too loud, balancing them for a consistent listening experience.
Once the voiceovers were in place, I started incorporating more sound effects and background music to enrich the atmosphere. This included eerie sound effects for footsteps and ambient noises to set the thriller tone.
Next, I turned my attention to the title sequence. I wanted the text to appear minimalistic, yet ominous, reflecting the story’s themes and foreshadowing upcoming events.
