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CNN recently announced layoffs of about 50 of its editors and videographers, stating that because cameras and editing equipment were so plentiful in the hands of the masses, they would begin relying more heavily on user-generated content, rather than professional content. Professional editors have had a chance to respond to this news, and we’ve followed this conversation. Read More
Video Editors Respond to CNN’s Layoff of 50 Editors and Videographers
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November 16, 2011
An Interview with Avid: Talking about the launch of Media Composer 6
Avid Media Composer 6 is officially available and ready to test drive! I interviewed Angus Mackay, Avid Segment Marketing Manager of Professional Video, about the launch—and he had some great things to say about the new release. Read More
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October 30, 2011
Automatic Duck Plug-ins are now Free!
Automatic Duck, the Seattle-based conversion software distributor (known for their plug-ins that translate edited sequences between Final Cut Pro, Avid, After Effects, Quantel, Pro Tools), has recently revamped its cost structure for plug-in delivery. Now, their Pro Import AE, Pro Import FCP, and Pro Export FCP (FCP7 and FCPX) plugins are available at absolutely no charge. But… at what cost? Read More
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September 9, 2011
Adobe and Avid Pleased by Software Sales Since Launch of Final Cut Pro X
News coming from the IBC Conference in Amsterdam is showing that Apple’s competitors in the video editing world—Adobe and Avid—are pleased with their software sales following the release of Final Cut Pro X. Read More
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August 9, 2011
Top 20 Tips for Creating A Successful Demo Reel
Looking to create a highly-effective & creative demo reel? Whether you’re an editor, director, animator or director of photography, follow our demo reel tips and position yourself for success! Read More
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July 2, 2011
Avid, Adobe Cater to Disgruntled Final Cut Pro editors
With the recent backlash following the launch of FCP X, both Avid and Adobe are reaching out to FCP users, offering deals to entice them to try out the other options in professional editing. Read More
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April 29, 2011
What is Royalty Free Music? What does it mean exactly?
There are a lot of inaccurate ideas circulating about “Royalty Free Music” This article will attempt to explain exactly what Royalty Free Music is and dismiss some of the most common misinterpretations. Read More
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February 9, 2011
When to use .WAV files – when to use MP3 files? What is the difference between the two formats?
Whenever you license music from premiumbeat.com, you can download both the .WAV and the MP3 versions of the music track. Except in the case of music loops, which we offer for download only in the .WAV format. (See below why) Read More
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June 14, 2010
How to convert .wav file into MP3 file with iTunes
When you purchase music from www.premiumbeat.com we send you a link to download the music in .wav format and in MP3 format. You are welcome to download both versions if you wish. However some people prefer to do the .wav-to-MP3 conversion themselves because they need a specific level of sound compression or for other reasons. This tutorial shows you how to accomplish that. Read More
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June 4, 2010
How to Integrate Music with PowerPoint
Whether you’re pitching your ideas at a company meeting or creating a slide show for your Hawaiian holiday, consider using music to jazz up your Microsoft PowerPoint presentation. Remember, pictures with sound have an amazing ability to attract and hold people’s attention, transport them to another time and place, conjure up memories, or provide humorous relief. Read More
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