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Short Film Editing for General Contractor

Professional video production services

Narrative editing for short films with perfect pacing. — tailored for general contractor professionals.

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Our Process

Three steps to your perfect video

01

Footage Review & Selects

We ingest all raw footage, organize by scene, sync audio, and select the strongest takes for your story.

Technical details
Proxy workflow in Premiere Pro, multi-cam sync with PluralEyes, organized bin structure by scene and take number.
02

Rough Cut & Narrative

We build the narrative structure, establish pacing, and create an assembly edit for your review and feedback.

Technical details
Timeline assembly in Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve, J/L-cuts, match cuts, and dynamic pacing adjustments.
03

Fine Cut & Delivery

Precise trimming, audio leveling, color correction, graphics, and export in all required formats and aspect ratios.

Technical details
Final mix at -14 LUFS, ProRes 422 HQ master, H.265 web delivery, 16:9/9:16/1:1 exports.

Good to know

Every project includes a dedicated project manager and clear milestones with approval checkpoints.

All final deliverables are yours — full ownership and usage rights included with every project.

Why General Contractor Needs Short Film Editing

In the General Contractor sector, professional video content has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. Whether you need promotional material, training content, or brand storytelling, Short Film Editing delivers measurable results that transform how general contractor professionals communicate with their audience.

Specific Challenges for General Contractor

General contractors coordinate dozens of subcontractors and manage projects that span months or years, making video documentation both a marketing asset and a project management tool. Monthly progress videos sent to clients and investors provide visual accountability that written reports cannot match. Completed project showcase videos — combining aerial drone, interior walkthroughs, and client testimonials — serve as the primary sales tool for winning new contracts. The general contractor's challenge is demonstrating their role as orchestrator, since they rarely perform the visible physical work themselves. Process videos showing coordination meetings, schedule management, and quality inspections communicate the management value that justifies their fees beyond the cost of individual trades.

Video Challenges in General Contractor

Documenting Progress, Ensuring Safety

Construction is inherently visual yet historically underserves its video potential. Progress timelapse videos build client confidence and reduce disputes. Safety training videos reduce workplace incidents by up to 60%. Yet 55% of construction companies still rely on photos and written reports alone.

The construction environment presents filming challenges: active work zones, safety regulations, weather exposure, dust, and the need for long-term documentation across months or years of project duration.

Success Stories & Case Studies

Flagship Development Documentation

A general contractor documented a €25M development project with weekly drone timelapses and monthly progress videos. Client satisfaction scores increased 40%, and the documentation directly helped win 3 subsequent contracts worth €18M from prospects who saw the portfolio.

Safety Training Program

A construction group replaced classroom safety training with video modules. Workplace incidents decreased 58% and training compliance reached 98% — up from 72% with the previous format.

Key Benefits for General Contractor

Client Confidence & Operational Safety

Construction video delivers dual value: project timelapse videos reduce client disputes by 35% and increase referral rates by 45%, while safety training videos reduce workplace incidents by 60% and lower insurance premiums. Companies with strong video portfolios win 45% more competitive bids.

Our Short Film Editing Process

Professional Editing Workflow

1. Media Ingestion & Organization: We import all raw footage, organize by scene/take, create proxy files for efficient editing, and synchronize multi-source audio.

2. Assembly & Rough Cut: We select the strongest takes, establish narrative structure, create the initial assembly, and review timing and pacing with you.

3. Fine Cut & Polish: Precise trimming, transition refinement, audio leveling, color consistency pass, and graphics integration. Two rounds of client revisions included.

4. Final Master & Export: Final quality check, export in all required formats and resolutions, organized file delivery with naming conventions.

What Makes Short Film Editing Unique

Short film editing demands a storytelling sensibility that goes beyond technical assembly. We work with directors to shape 5-30 minute narratives through precise scene transitions, emotional pacing, and dialogue timing that respects the script's dramatic arc. Deliverables include festival-ready DCP files alongside standard MP4/ProRes exports. Our editors are trained in three-act structure and work iteratively through storyboard reviews, rough assemblies, and polished final cuts — typically over a 2-4 week timeline.

What You Receive

You receive: final edited video in multiple formats (MP4 H.265, ProRes 422 HQ, web-optimized versions), project files upon request, separate audio mix, thumbnail/poster frame, and formatted versions for each target platform (16:9, 9:16, 1:1).

Technical Specifications

Software: Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Avid Media Composer | Formats: ProRes 422/4444, H.264/H.265, DNxHR | Resolution: Up to 8K, standard delivery in 4K/1080p | Frame rates: 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 fps | Color: Rec.709, Rec.2020, HDR10

Getting Started with Short Film Editing for General Contractor

Ready to elevate your General Contractor brand with professional short film editing? Our team combines deep industry expertise with advanced production techniques to deliver content that drives real results. Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

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