Thank you for choosing Irving Harvey for color grading services. This document outlines our requirements for color turnover. We require the following elements:

1. Prepped picture-locked edit sequence (Project file and XML/AAF)
2. Reference video export
3. All associated online media

The project can be delivered via:

• A web download link
• A Frame.io upload link provided by us
• An external hard drive

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Note: Online-quality flat pass exports are not acceptable within the scope of our standard color turnover guidelines. If you would like to consider doing turnover via an online-quality flat pass export, please reach out to us and we can chat about the specifics of the project to determine if that is an option.

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The following information explains the specifics of each of these elements and should cover the majority of edits and workflows. Please let us know if you have any questions about any of this.

For alternate workflows or special circumstances that are unable to meet the requirements listed, please notify us ahead of time with information on the specifics of the project so we can work with you to make sure the turnover will be successful and fit within the scope of the project.

Prepped Picture-Locked Edit Sequence

Edit projects should be delivered as project files exported from your NLE software, as well as an XML/AAF of your color prep sequence. The project file should contain nothing other than the color prep sequence and associated media. The following outlines how these sequences should be prepped:

Sequence Simplification

Projects should be prepared as simplified edit sequences. Simplified means:

• Video condensed to as few tracks as possible. Usually one, sometimes two or three (very rarely more than three) if there are overlays, split-screens, fades, etc.
• All titles and graphics removed