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28 October 2014

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Videoclips about editing

Editing your film

Click on the links below to watch video tutorials on how to edit your 60 Second Shakespeare film.

These tutorials use the Movie Maker video editing package, but iMovie users should still find them useful.

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Before you start, make sure you've got everything you need

You're going to need editing software, a computer and possibly a few other bits and pieces. Check the Getting Started section to make sure you're fully kitted out.

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Capturing your film - how to get the film you recorded into the computer ready for editing. Watch »

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The timeline - how to arrange your clips in the order you want them. Watch »

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Trimming

- getting your clips to the right length to make your edits snappy. Watch »

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Transitions

- how to use special transistions between clips to improve your film. Watch »

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Adding music and changing the volume

- how to put a soundtrack on your film, and adjust the volume. Watch »

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Saving and exporting

- how to save your film ready to play to your friends or send to us. Watch »

Getting started

Get Started
Got everything you need?

Check out our handy guides to make sure, and to find links to essential software.

  • Film essentials
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  • Photo slideshows
  • Top Tips

    Get Started
    Take advice from the experts.

    Read top tips from professional actors, writers and directors, from shows including EastEnders, Doctor Who and Casualty.

  • Writing tips
  • Acting tips
  • Directing tips
  • Scripts

    Scripts
    Take a look at our selection of script extracts to see how the professionals do it.

    Read scenes from Doctor Who, The Archers, Dead Ringers and more.

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