CLiP is an automated system that processes and integrates editorial shot timing data into a production pipeline.

The accuracy of shot timing data is required on large scale productions. CLiP addresses the development of an editorial/production data workflow that will assist in achieving this data accuracy.

Included is a cut list parser (CLiP) which exports editorial shot timing data to an XML file, a Python module to access shot timing data, Production Application Wrapper example code and a Playback List Generator.


Features and Value to Production

• Integrates shot timing data into Mind The Gap’s production tracking system fps.

• Automates editorial/production data workflow eliminating the need for manual tracking of shot timing data.

• Provides a seamless way to communicate editorial data, provided by the Editorial Department in the form of an appropriately structured editorial cutlist, to the various production departments.

• Converts editorial composition data into shot specific in and out points including any transition information.

• Eliminates human errors that occur with manually managed systems.

• Substantial reduction in the amount of time and effort spent communicating editorial information between departments.

• Assures accurate shot timing data is communicated.

• Efficiently provides the vital shot timing information needed for conforming shots within production departments.