How do you create a post-production plan for your film?

2 Break down your phases

The next step is to break down your post-production plan into phases, such as editing, sound, music, visual effects, and delivery. For each phase, you need to identify the goals, tasks, deliverables, and deadlines. For example, for the editing phase, you need to decide on the rough cut, the fine cut, the picture lock, and the color correction. For each task, you need to assign roles, responsibilities, and resources. You also need to estimate the time and cost of each phase, and allocate a contingency buffer for unexpected changes or issues.

4 Manage your assets

The fourth step is to manage your assets for your post-production plan. Assets are the files, footage, audio, music, graphics, and other elements that you need for your post-production. You need to organize, label, backup, and store your assets in a secure and accessible way. You also need to ensure that your assets are compatible with your software and hardware, and that you have the proper licenses and permissions for any copyrighted or third-party materials. You should also create a system for sharing and transferring your assets with your post-production team and your clients.

5 Review your feedback

The fifth step is to review your feedback for your post-production plan. Feedback is the input, comments, suggestions, and approvals that you receive from your post-production team, your clients, and your test audiences. You need to collect, analyze, and implement feedback in a timely and constructive way. You should also document and communicate any changes or revisions that you make to your post-production plan, and keep track of the versions and iterations of your deliverables. You should also be open to feedback, but also confident in your vision and decisions.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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