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Transforming raw footage into a cinematic story
takes time and precision.
Editing a cinematic wedding video is a detailed and creative process, and the time it takes per minute of the final video depends on the complexity and quality required.
Here’s a general estimate:
Average time to edit 1 Minute of a cinematic wedding video
Basic editing (Cutting and arranging clips): 1-2 hours
• Reviewing footage
• Selecting the best moments
• Synchronizing multiple camera angles
• Arranging clips in a timeline
Color grading: 1-2 hours
• Adjusting white balance, exposure, and contrast
• Applying LUTs and fine-tuning for a cinematic look
Sound design: 1-1.5 hours
• Cleaning up audio
• Syncing ceremony and speeches
• Adding music and adjusting levels to match the tone
Effects and fine-tuning: 0.5-1 hour
• Adding transitions, slow motion, or subtle effects
• Ensuring smooth pacing and emotional flow
Quality control: 0.5-1 hour
• Watching the final edit for errors
• Making adjustments based on feedback
Total Time Estimate:
4-7 Hours per minute of the final cinematic wedding video.
Factors That Affect the Time:
Footage quality:
Higher quality and organized footage is quicker to work with.
Number of cameras:
Multi-camera setups increase syncing time.
Special requests:
Custom effects, heavy storytelling, or unique styles add more time.
Editor experience:
Skilled editors may work faster without compromising quality.
Revisions:
Each round of feedback can add significant time.
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