Step 1: Break Project into Milestones
- Divide the project into small percentages (10%, 25%, 50%, 100%)
- Each milestone has:
Never wait till 100% to judge quality.
🔹 Step 2: First Draft = Editor Evaluation
- Ask the editor for a quick draft
- Even 10 seconds of edited footage is enough to judge:
This decides whether the editor is eligible to continue.
🔹 Step 3: Communication Before Work Starts
Always talk to the editor and confirm:
- Estimated total time for the project
- Exact delivery date
- When they will start working
- Total hours required
- Their understanding of the edit requirements
Clarity before work = fewer problems later.
🔹 Step 4: Request Initial 10% Edit
Ask for:
- First 10% of the project
- Apply all agreed editing elements:
📌 Set a strict deadline for this milestone.
🔹 Step 5: Review & Feedback
- Review the 10% edit carefully
- Provide clear, actionable feedback
- Corrections at this stage take very little time
- Once aligned, rest of the project becomes smooth
🔹 Step 6: Confirm Capability Early
If you notice issues in:
- Time management
- Speed
- Quality
- Understanding
👉 Re-explain expectations clearly👉 Confirm honestly if the editor can handle it👉 Decide early — don’t delay the decision
🧠 Project Control Principles
- Small milestones = big control
- Early feedback = time saved
- Clear communication = quality output
🔑 Final Rule
Control the project at 10%, not at 100%.That’s how professionals scale without stress.