A practical studio workflow
HDR and SDR Client Delivery: Avoid Ambiguous Approval
Identify whether the client is approving an HDR master, an SDR conversion or both.
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The practical answer
Identify whether the client is approving an HDR master, an SDR conversion or both. The device and playback path must be suitable for that version.
A colorist supplies an HDR film while a brand reviewer sees an SDR display. Their feedback may describe the conversion rather than the intended HDR image.
Put it into practice
A three-step working sequence
- 01
Label transfer characteristics and intended viewing path
Write the requirement down before sending the files. Use the project identifiers in the record below.
- 02
Provide an intentional SDR version when required
Use the real recipient or receiving environment for this check. Record the result against the current version.
- 03
Approve the two outputs separately
Keep the result with the project handoff. Resolve any mismatch before treating this step as complete.
Worked handoff
A concrete example
Label the review instructions explicitly: “This link is the SDR conversion for ordinary-screen review. The HDR master is a separate deliverable.” Ask the client to identify which version and display produced any color-related note.
Keep the record
Your project worksheet
Version, HDR or SDR, color tags, viewing device, conversion notes, sign-off.
Use these fields to record your own project. The blank worksheet includes the three steps above, room for results, an owner and a date. It is an editorial template, not an automatic export from the product.
Download the CSV worksheet ↓Product fit
Where uncompressed.io fits
Use uncompressed.io for a compatible review export and the associated client discussion. Browser playback remains dependent on codec, device and connection. Specialized cinema, broadcast, alpha-channel or immersive deliverables need their own receiving-system checks.
Product reference: the existing uncompressed.io workflow guide. The scenarios and worksheets on this page are illustrative editorial examples, not customer testimonials.
Make the next step concrete
Test it with one real project.
Check the client handoff, then choose the plan that matches the work you need to deliver.