Be honest about the struggles. Did you spend three hours trying to figure out how to add a simple glow effect?
Were you trying to learn a new software like Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve , or just wanted to show off your progress in a game? Phase 1: The Scavenger Hunt (Gathering Clips) Talk about the "clip graveyard" most editors start with. my firest montage рџ’°
"I finally understand what keyframes are!" Be honest about the struggles
Explain your process for picking the best moments. Did you look for high-skill plays, funny fails, or visually stunning environments? Phase 1: The Scavenger Hunt (Gathering Clips) Talk
Speeding up the "boring" parts and slowing down the impact.
Mention any specific effects you used, like:
Share a tip about how you labeled your files (e.g., Headshot_01 , TripleKill_FinalZone ) to save your sanity during the edit. Phase 2: Finding the "Pulse" (Music Selection) The music is the heartbeat of a montage.