1. Editors use physical editing such as linear and non-linear editing as way to combine shots and make cut points. This alters the film helping it flow.
2. Another way editors impact the film is by using editing systems such as Avid Media Composer, Apples final cut pro, adobe premiere. These are determined by the budget, work flow, and ease of use to help with bring the film together.
3. Lastly, one of the most powerful effects of the editors work is their ability to shift a films perspective. By portraying a character for a certain amount of time it can influence the audiences identification on a certain character. Editors open up new ideas to the directors view making the film creative as possible.