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postproduction

American

[pohst-pruh-duhk-shuhn] / ˌpoʊst prəˈdʌk ʃən /

noun

(in motion pictures, recording, etc.) the technical processes, as cutting, editing, and post-synchronization, necessary to ready a filmed or recorded work for sale or exhibition.

postproduction British

/ ˌpəʊstprəˈdʌkʃən /

noun

1. the work on a film or a television programme, such as editing, dubbing, etc, that takes place after shooting or videotaping is completed
2. ( as modifier )
  
  postproduction costs

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Etymology

Origin of postproduction

First recorded in 1950–55; post- + production

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postproduction

The film was in postproduction in late 2024 when the estate discovered its error.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026

The province also has postproduction tax credits that incentivize animation and visual effects work.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 13, 2026

When shooting an action movie, for example, there will be no need for a separate postproduction process.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 11, 2026

So the surrealist and experimental elements of the film were shot during postproduction with just me, my DP and lots of trips to the craft store.

From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 16, 2025

Film and video editors and postproduction teams have a long history of prepping theatrical films for presentation on ad-supported television.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2025

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