AGUSTIN REXACH On Editing Advice for Indie Filmmakers

Q) What advice would you give first time filmmakers?
A) Get your editor involved at the pre production stage. Contrary to popular belief, not everything can be “fixed in post”. An editor’s input can help filmmakers work smarter, not harder by designing strategies that will help them get the rights shots the right way. An editor is invaluable in designing a successful workflow that will enable filmmakers to deliver their finished film in the best format possible. Let’s face it, all that hard work and creativity is a moot point if you cannot deliver a finished product that meets strict distribution standards. Always keep the big picture in mind. Before grabbing the camera, block out your scene with the actors. Look at the scene like you would look at a play. This will give you clues as to how you would like to plan your shots in order to capture the scene successfully. So many first time filmmakers just start shooting without enough planning or blocking. This usually spells disaster. When you shoot without planning, you shoot without confidence. This lack of confidence usually translates into lack of continuity from shot to shot making the editorial process a nightmare. Read More

Agustin “Auggie” Rexach, a graduate of Boston University’s film program, is celebrating his tenth year as an editor. He lives in San Antonio, Texas where he provides creative editorial services through Match Frame, San Antonio. Planet Ibsen is his sixth feature film. Auggie can be contacted via email at: txmonkey@sbcglobal.net