Honest Labor

• Remove transitions, overlays, and color effects

• Extend shots where transitions need to be rebuilt

• Keep all framing, resizing, optical zooms

• Relink to original camera files.

Why this matters:

We’ll be cutting this file into individual shots - the cleaner it is, the faster and more accurate that process becomes

• ProRes 4444 or DNxHR HQX

• Match your delivery resolution

• Audio optional, 16-bit 48kHz stereo if included

Why this matters:

This becomes the source we split for grading. A solid export speeds everything up

• Single-track, A-mode

• Must match the conformed QuickTime exactly

Why this matters:

The EDL tells us exactly where to cut your file into shots for color.

• A QuickTime of the client-approved cut

• Includes audio, titles, VFX, graphics, and baked-in looks

Why this matters:

This gives us the clearest view of what the client approved, what they’ve been watching, and where their notes are coming from