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Edit a video

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Polish rough footage into a professional video with dynamic visuals and smooth edits.

# Edit a video recording

## SET-UP
First, ask me to provide a file.

## WORKFLOW
- Edit the script to remove retakes, remove excessive filler words, shorten long pauses, and make light edits for clarity.
- Clean up the audio by applying Studio Sound.
- Add layouts at key moments. Be sure to include an intro and outro. Fill b-roll with stock media. 
- Apply zooms to hide jump cuts.

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After completing the workflow, suggest relevant edits to the video.

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