Video Editing
The latest video editing and post production tips, tricks and tutorials. Applications covered include Final Cut Pro X, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Smoke and Cinema 4D.
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.
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.
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.
How to Properly Pancake Timelines in Adobe Premiere Pro
This tutorial will take a look at how to set up a custom workspace in Premiere Pro that will significantly speed up our post work.
Quick Tip: Fixing Rolling Shutter Flash with Opacity Blends
The rolling shutter in CMOS chips can cause flash frames. Here’s how you can fix them and get your project back on track.
Tutorial: Removing Audio Pops and Recording Audio Differently
Need to eliminate (and prevent) popping sounds in one of the audio tracks in your edit? We’ll show you how in this video tutorial.
Giving Productive Feedback to Editors — What Not to Say
Here are some tips for giving constructive feedback to editors that will keep everyone’s workflows healthy and productive.
Working with Comedy and Drama in Sundance’s “Before You Know It”
Explore the nuances of cutting comedy and drama together with experienced comedy editor Kent Kincannon in the Sundance 2019’s “Before You Know It.”
Every Video Editor’s Secret Weapon: Royalty-Free Footage
From grabbing location inserts to creating a promo video without leaving your office, royalty-free footage is an excellent way to save time and money.