post-production
Editing and mixing
Post-production is the work done on a film, television show, or recording after principal photography or recording ends.
This phase includes editing, adding visual effects, color correction, sound mixing, and scoring.
The term extends to any creative work refined after initial capture: The album spent six months in post-production.
Often shortened to post: We'll fix it in post.
Post-production audio creation
- ADROut-of-court resolution method
- mixingCombining into one mass
- dubbingPost-production sound replacement
- soundtrackMusic accompanying visual media
score · ambient sound · sound effects · audio engineering · surround sound · mastering · layering · synchronization
Digital movie imagery
- compositingCombining visual elements digitally
- green screenSolid backdrop for compositing
- chroma keyColor-removal compositing technique
- renderingInterpretive depiction or performance
3D modeling · motion capture · matte painting · rotoscoping · particle effects · digital doubles · simulations · texture mapping
Dividing via sharp edge
- splicingConnecting by interweaving ends
- trimmingCutting away excess
- montageAssembled sequence of images
- sequenceOrdered succession of elements
transition · continuity · footage · timeline · rough cut · final cut · assembly · juxtaposition
Film shown in theaters
- streamingReal-time digital delivery
- licensingGranting official permission
- broadcastTransmitted media signal
- home videoPersonal recordings for private viewing
international sales · film festivals · subtitling · dubbing · localization · deliverables · masters · encoding
Promotional film excerpt
- teaserSomething that piques interest
- posterDisplayed printed notice
- press kitPromotional materials for journalists
- behind-the-scenesHidden from public view
one-sheet · sizzle reel · making-of · featurette · clips · B-roll
foley
Post-production audio creation
- ADROut-of-court resolution method
- mixingCombining into one mass
- dubbingPost-production sound replacement
soundtrack · score · ambient sound · sound effects · audio engineering · surround sound · mastering · layering · synchronization · sweetening
CGI
Digital movie imagery
- compositingCombining visual elements digitally
- green screenSolid backdrop for compositing
- chroma keyColor-removal compositing technique
rendering · 3D modeling · motion capture · matte painting · rotoscoping · particle effects · digital doubles · simulations · texture mapping · lighting effects
cutting
Dividing via sharp edge
- splicingConnecting by interweaving ends
- trimmingCutting away excess
- montageAssembled sequence of images
sequence · transition · continuity · footage · timeline · rough cut · final cut · assembly · juxtaposition · pace
theatrical release
Film shown in theaters
- streamingReal-time digital delivery
- licensingGranting official permission
- broadcastTransmitted media signal
home video · international sales · film festivals · subtitling · dubbing · localization · deliverables · masters · encoding · quality control
trailer
Promotional film excerpt
- teaserSomething that piques interest
- posterDisplayed printed notice
- press kitPromotional materials for journalists
behind-the-scenes · one-sheet · sizzle reel · making-of · featurette · clips · B-roll
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- creative fieldsgraphic design, illustration, animation, photography, art direction
- film industryfilm studios, film distribution, Hollywood, Bollywood, Nollywood
- Film Productiondirector, editor, cameraman, crew, stunt double
- Film Technologycamera, projector, film reel, film stock, cinematograph
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Filmmaking preparation phase
principal photography · production · filming · shooting · development
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Primary filming of scenes
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