8.2  Editing

Editing is the process of refining and organizing the animation's raw footage, making adjustments to pacing, timing, and continuity. It involves managing clips, fine-tuning transitions, balancing audio levels, and synchronizing music with the visuals.

• Clip Management: Organizing and arranging raw footage into a timeline — trimming, selecting best takes, ensuring smooth flow.

• Transitions: Crossfades, dissolves, or creative wipes to smooth visual flow between scenes and convey the passage of time.

• Audio Levels: Balancing dialogue, sound effects, and music so that dialogue is clear and background sounds do not overpower.

• Music and Video Timing: Synchronizing music cues, sound effects, and visual cuts to align with the emotional beats.