An edit script or outline communicates a general idea about how the video might flow.  This step, although optional, can make sure the structure of the first rough edit matches your vision.

            To prepare an edit script, simply copy and paste the complete information for each clip (the full line of text) into a new document in the order you wish.

• Prepare visual elements
  • Provide existing print or other graphic designs
• Create a list of participants and other titles
• Write text for full-frame graphic screens
• Prepare a full list of credits including all participants

• Music preparation
  • You can choose music from several libraries for a reasonable fee
• Remember that commercially-recorded music is protected by copyright
• Use a rights-clearing house to purchase rights
• Use local musician’s recordings for a small fee or in exchange for credit (Creative Commons)
• More information and links to some free online music resources - http://scripts.mit.edu/~techtv/blog/?p=21