1. Based on the video content and shot rhythm

First determine the style and overall picture rhythm of the video, including content (overall) and shot rhythm (partial). Generally speaking, the better the match between the rhythm of the video picture and the music, the more interesting the picture will be.

In order to make the background music more consistent with the rhythm of the video picture, when editing the video, it is best to make a simple rough cut in the order of shooting time, and then analyze the rhythm of the video, including the length of each shot, Fast and slow rhythms, transitions, etc., find suitable music according to the overall rhythm of the picture. For example, generally slow-paced music is suitable for long shots, and fast-paced or relatively intense music is suitable for multi-shot switching editing.

2. Feel the character's psychological and emotional tone

Feel the character's psychological rhythm by observing the character's behavior, and think about what type of music is needed to enhance the character's emotional expression. Is it the point of ignition or the point of tears? When will this emotion arise, when will it reach its peak, etc., and then choose the appropriate background music.

3. Try to choose pure music

In addition to matching rhythm and emotion, lyrics are also very important. Sometimes, although the words are perfect, if the words do not convey the meaning, the audience will feel inconsistent and it will be difficult to immerse themselves in the emotions originally intended to be conveyed.

So when editing, you can try to choose pure music or foreign songs first. Because not all songs can match the content of videos, the advantage of using pure music is that its own emotional color is not restricted by lyrics, it is more inclusive and more suitable for video background music.

4. Improve your own sense of music every day

In addition to the above tips for finding background music, you should also pay attention to improving your own sense of music in your daily life. Generally speaking, particularly professional film and television productions, such as movies, TV, etc., will find professional music producers for soundtracks, while general video editing requires editors to complete it independently. Therefore, professional editors listen to various types and styles of music to develop their own sense of music.

Regarding how video editors find background music, the editor of Global Qingteng will share with you here for the time being. If you have a strong interest in film and television post-production, I hope this article can help you. If you want to know more about camera techniques, post-editing methods and materials, you can click on other articles on this site to learn.