Dialogue Editing – AV On the Edge Education

About Course

This Dialogue Editing course provides a hands-on introduction to the essential skills and workflows used in professional film and television post-production.

You will learn how to organise, sync, clean, and prepare dialogue tracks using industry-standard tools such as Pro Tools and iZotope RX.

Each week focuses on a different stage of the dialogue editing process—from importing and session setup, to noise reduction, dialogue smoothing, and preparing for mix delivery.

Whether you’re an aspiring sound editor, filmmaker, or audio post-production student, this course will equip you with practical techniques and real-world insights to confidently edit dialogue for screen.

No prior experience required, but basic familiarity with audio editing software is recommended.

Course Content

1: Overview of Dialogue Editing & Workflow Basics
What is dialogue editing and where it fits in post Signal flow: production to post (sound reports, dailies, AAF) Common audio roles: editor, assistant, mixer Introduction to Pro Tools post session template Importing and organising audio and picture ©AV On the Edge

What is Dialogue Editing?
Understanding Audio Roles in Post
The Audio Post Workflow
OMF vs AAF: File Format Comparison
Introduction to the Post-Production Session Template
Importing and Organising Media
Importing AAF Files into Pro Tools

03:34
Importing a Video File into Pro Tools

01:22
The Invisible Edit
Organising Production Audio
Example Production Audio Naming Convention (Indie film)
Field Recorder Guide Track Workflow

03:47
EdiLoad v6 Features

00:00

2: Syncing, Track Layout & Scene Assembly
This module focuses on syncing audio to picture and organising your edit session for clarity and efficiency. Students will gain hands-on experience aligning boom and lav tracks to the video timeline, and learn to identify problematic takes or dialogue that may need to be re-recorded.

3: Cleaning Dialogue – Tools & Techniques
This module introduces the most common dialogue issues—background noise, clicks, rustle, and plosives—and how to fix them using industry-standard tools like iZotope RX. Students will learn essential cleanup workflows while balancing realism and subtlety. ©AV On the Edge

4: Editing for Continuity & Performance
In this module, students learn how to refine their dialogue tracks for smooth playback and emotional impact. This includes editing between takes, smoothing transitions, and ensuring consistent sound perspective throughout a scene. ©AV On the Edge

5: ADR Overview
In this module, you will explore the role of ADR in post, learn how to generate cue sheets, and understand how to communicate with mixers and supervisors during delivery and review stages.

6: Preparing for the Mix – Standards & Delivery
This module prepares students for professional collaboration with mixers and post houses. It focuses on how to finish and deliver a dialogue session in a clean, industry-standard format with correct stems and routing.

Labelling and Routing Your Dialogue Tracks
Editing Across Genres – Tailoring Dialogue for Diverse Production Types
Colour Coding and Session Prep – Visual Organisation for Speed and Clarity
Creating Stems – Deliverables for the Final Mix
Conforming and Handling Picture Lock Changes
Working with Supervisors and Mixers – The Art of Professional Collaboration
Advanced Best Practices: Preparing Dialogue for Localization (M&E)
Final Review & Feedback Preparation

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About Course

Course Content

What is Dialogue Editing?

Understanding Audio Roles in Post

The Audio Post Workflow

OMF vs AAF: File Format Comparison

Introduction to the Post-Production Session Template

Importing and Organising Media

Importing AAF Files into Pro Tools

Importing a Video File into Pro Tools

The Invisible Edit

Organising Production Audio

Example Production Audio Naming Convention (Indie film)

Field Recorder Guide Track Workflow

EdiLoad v6 Features

Syncing Audio to Picture – The Basics

Tools and Techniques for Syncing

Aligning Dialogue Manually

Aligning Dialogue With Revoice Pro

Track Organisation and Naming

Identifying Wild Lines and ADR Needs

Bonus Task: Spotting Session Simulation – Preparing for Post-Production Audio

Identifying Common Dialogue Problems

Introduction to iZotope RX

Sending Files to RX Using RX Connect in Pro Tools

Using Dialogue Isolate in RX10

Spectral Repair Basics – Visual Dialogue Repair

Managing Breaths Video (New)

Knowing When Not to Edit: Restraint in Dialogue Editing

4: Editing for Continuity & Performance In this module, students learn how to refine their dialogue tracks for smooth playback and emotional impact. This includes editing between takes, smoothing transitions, and ensuring consistent sound perspective throughout a scene. ©AV On the Edge

Dialogue Smoothness – Fades and Transitions

Editing for Performance – Supporting Emotion and Storytelling

Managing Mic Transitions and Perspective

Using Room Tone Effectively

Dialogue Fill

5: ADR Overview In this module, you will explore the role of ADR in post, learn how to generate cue sheets, and understand how to communicate with mixers and supervisors during delivery and review stages.

Introduction to ADR and Loop Group

Creating ADR Cue Sheets – Communicating ADR Needs Clearly

Working with Mixers and Supervisors – Delivering a Professional ADR Session

6: Preparing for the Mix – Standards & Delivery This module prepares students for professional collaboration with mixers and post houses. It focuses on how to finish and deliver a dialogue session in a clean, industry-standard format with correct stems and routing.

Labelling and Routing Your Dialogue Tracks

Editing Across Genres – Tailoring Dialogue for Diverse Production Types

Colour Coding and Session Prep – Visual Organisation for Speed and Clarity

Creating Stems – Deliverables for the Final Mix

Conforming and Handling Picture Lock Changes

Working with Supervisors and Mixers – The Art of Professional Collaboration

Advanced Best Practices: Preparing Dialogue for Localization (M&E)

Final Review & Feedback Preparation

Student Ratings & Reviews

4: Editing for Continuity & Performance
In this module, students learn how to refine their dialogue tracks for smooth playback and emotional impact. This includes editing between takes, smoothing transitions, and ensuring consistent sound perspective throughout a scene. ©AV On the Edge

5: ADR Overview
In this module, you will explore the role of ADR in post, learn how to generate cue sheets, and understand how to communicate with mixers and supervisors during delivery and review stages.

6: Preparing for the Mix – Standards & Delivery
This module prepares students for professional collaboration with mixers and post houses. It focuses on how to finish and deliver a dialogue session in a clean, industry-standard format with correct stems and routing.