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Post-production

nounPronunciation: /ˌpoʊst.prəˈdʌk.ʃən/

What does “Post-production” mean?

The phase of image or film making that occurs after primary recording, encompassing color grading, retouching, and compositing. In product imagery, it polishes textures and removes dust.

Etymology

Compound of post- (from Latin post, after) and production (from Latin productio, a leading forward, from producere, to bring forward, from pro- and ducere, to lead). The hyphenated term names the phase of film, image, or audio work that follows the principal recording.

Usage note

Post-production covers editing, color grading, sound mixing, visual effects, and final delivery. It begins when principal photography ends.

Synonyms

post
finishing
post-processing

Word family

production
pre-production
producer
produce
product

Rhymes with

construction
instruction
destruction

Usage examples

Ever since then, I have been faithfully following Keith’s work and he never ceases to impress me with the technicality of his photos, the composition of his photoshoots, and the beautiful colors and light of his post-production.

Concept

Product PhotographyProduct photography is a specialized branch of commercial photography focused on presenting manufactured goods accurately, attractively, and persuasively. It combines…

Source editions

Where this entry comes from in the Agency editorial.

Creative.8 - Keith RomanowskiJuly 24, 2023Read the edition

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