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Film Editor

a.k.a Editor Film.
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Contains the words film and editor.

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One of the most important tasks in filmmaking and television production is editing. After a film is shot and processed, film and video editors study footage, select the best shots, and assemble them in the most effective way. Their goal is to create dramatic continuity and the right pace for the desired mood.

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Editors must have a good eye and understand the subject of the film and the director's intentions. The ability to work with digital media also is becoming increasingly important because editing is done on a computer. However, few industry-wide standards exist, so companies often look for people with skills in the hardware or software they are currently using.

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Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook