Realizing that "less is more" and you don't need a flash on every single frame.
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.
Was it a specific pro player, a cinematic trailer, or just a folder full of "insane" clips you couldn't let go to waste?
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.