📺 Should I work in an Edit Suite?
There are a number of pros and cons for each different style of working, ultimately the decision is yours. It will also depend on the type of work that you are working on presently, or projects you would like to do in the future, also contractual obligations on some films.
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Types of Edit Suite available
This Article is to help you to evaluate what style of environment may help your working style whilst Editing.
Click on the toggle in each section to see the full Pros and Cons of each environment.
Professional Edit Suite
Professional Edit Suite (Click to Open)
Pros
- Less Distractions - A Cave like surroundings (No Windows, No distractions etc).
- Professional Software - Pre-installed on machines.
- Technician Availability - Onsite Technician in most film colleges.
- Network Connections: Connection to Avid Servers / Network Systems - Great for practicing for industry and future projects.
- Technical Requirements - Avid Media Composers, Davinci Resolve, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Software the most popular.
- Food and drinks will be available for breaks on onsite cafes and canteens.
- Toilet facilities will be available in the building normally.
Cons
- Possible cost to hire - if you are not an Editor, Film Student, Filmmaker working in industry.
Home Edit Suite
Home Edit Suite (Remote) (Click to Open)
Pros
- Workspace - You can Design how you space looks.
- Opening Hours - You decide your work day schedule.
- Food and Drinks - These will be available for breaks at home, local cafes and even a picnic.
- Toilet Facilities - will be available in the building normally!.
Cons
- Self Discipline needs to be very high as distractions can be around every corner as work and life commitments intertwine during edits.
- Professional Software - May be limited dependent on your budget.
- Distractions - Maybe more if you have family / friends at home
- Technical Requirements - You are reliant on your own knowledge and forums, web, and calling friends to fix issues.
Film School Edit Suite
Film School Edit Suite (Click to Open)
Pros
- Cost & Fees - Normally included as part of your College Fees - Use as often as you can!
- Professional Software - Pre-installed on machines.
- Technician Availability - Onsite Technician in most film colleges.
- Network Connections: Connection to Avid Servers / Network Systems - Great for practicing for industry and future projects.
- Technical Requirements - Avid Media Composers, Davinci Resolve, Premiere Pro and Final Cut Software the most popular.
- Food and drinks will be available for breaks on onsite cafes and canteens.
- Toilet facilities will be available in the building normally.
Cons
- Cost & Fees - Can be a reason you are unable to attend Film School / College!
- Edit Suites Availability - This will be dependant on times the building / Edit Suite is open.
- Opening Hours - These will be dependent on a third party.
Rented Edit Suite
Rented Edit Suites (Click to Open)
Pros
- Specific Dates - You can specify the dates and times you need the edit suite
- Cost & Fees - These can be negotiated with the facility.
- Additional Equipment can be hired in at an additional cost if needs be
Cons
- Equipment - You may not get a chance to check if all equipment is in full working order before starting your edit.
- Opening Hours. - This depends on the facilities opening hours (This could also be a pro).
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