Video Production
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How to Use FREE Cinematic Video Effects with Your Footage
In this post-production roundup, we go over 5 different ways you can add some FREE cinematic video effects to your footage.
17 Awesome Typography Videos — FREE Assets Included
Whether you’re new to visual storytelling or a certified expert, here are some of the most inspiring ways creators are using typography to tell stories.
Gear Roundup: The Top Three Audio Recorders Under $300
Good audio can make a good video better. Bad audio can make a good video unwatchable. But you don’t have to break the bank to get clean …
How to Shoot a Green Screen for Perfect Chroma Keying
Shooting video on a blue or green screen can be tricky. We’ve rounded up some tips to help you successfully pull the cleanest key possible.
7 Master Cinematography Techniques from Iconic Directors
Every director has a go-to shot that makes a scene unmistakably their own. Let’s take a look at 7 iconic cinematography techniques.
The Secrets Behind Apollo 11’s Success Are a Story All Their Own
The story of the archival footage in Apollo 11 is only the tip of the iceberg — this restorative documentary had plenty of tricks up its sleeve.
How to Create Unique Effects by Editing Your Videos in Photoshop
Yes, you can edit video in Photoshop, but should you? Here are a few tricks you can pull off to quickly and easily add a little life …
How to Create a Mid-’90s DV Camcorder Look in After Effects
Need that DV look for your ’90s-era project? Here’s how you can turn back the clock on your footage in Adobe After Effects
How to Rotate Your Footage 180 Degrees Without A Multi-Axis Rig
You need a rotating shot, but you don’t have a multi-axis rig or a spinning set. No problem. Here’s how you can pull off the look on …
Why You Should Be Using Film Grain on Digital Video + 5 Free Film Grain Overlays
Dirtying up a clean digital image with a film grain overlay is relatively simple, and it’s a perfect way to add a touch of nostalgia your project.
Quick Tips: Improving Your Product Shots and Commercials
The key to an efficient product shoot is knowing which lights and what camera movement will deliver on your client’s expectations.
3 Easy Stereo Recording Techniques for Your Next Project
Want the versatility of stereo recording in your video without breaking the bank or too much setup? Then try out these 3 techniques.