Zach

One thing I've noticed as a video editor is that a longer timeline doesn't always mean a better video.

It's easy to get attached to a visually impressive shot, an interesting transition, or a small detail that took time to create. But not everything needs to stay in the final cut.

I try to think about what each shot actually adds to the story. Does it help the viewer understand something, improve the pacing, or make the sequence more engaging? If not, sometimes cutting it makes the whole video stronger.

This is also something I think about when working with AI-generated footage. A clip can look great on its own but still feel out of place in the final edit.

As a video editor, I ve been experimenting with AI tools quite a bit lately. They re becoming useful for generating ideas, creating rough visuals, and speeding up some repetitive tasks.

But I ve noticed something interesting: making a video faster doesn t necessarily make it better.

A generated shot might look impressive on its own, but getting it to fit the story, match the visual style, and feel natural alongside other footage still takes a lot of creative work.

For me, AI works best when it helps with the process rather than trying to replace the creative decisions behind it.

Hi everyone!