Video Editing
The latest video editing and post-production tips, tricks, and tutorials. Applications covered include DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut, and Blender.
Video Editing: Additive vs. Subtractive Color Correction
Get effective color grading results by using a subtractive color corrector, instead of the additive color correction filter that comes with your video editing software. In this …
Relinking Audio and Stock Music in Final Cut Pro X
Learn how to quickly reconnect files in Final Cut Pro X – an essential tip for video editors testing out stock or production music in their projects …
Filmmaking Lessons from Steven Spielberg
In this post, we share tips and insight from one of Hollywoods legendary directors, Steven Spielberg. Great inspiration and advice for creative professionals, video editors and producers/directors.
Shattered Glass Tutorial in Adobe After Effects
Check out this informative tutorial for creating shattered glass in After Effects without 3rd party plugins – great for a video intro or trailer!
FREE Bar Graph Generator for Adobe After Effects
Speed up the process of creating graphs in After Effects. This FREE plugin will let you create a dynamic, animated bar graph fast!
Video Color Correction: Fixing Bad White Balance Using Offset Controls
Working with footage with difficult color casts? Follow these tips to quickly correct bad white balance and color casts in your video projects!
Creative Cloud for Video Editors: Learning Resources
Adobe has launched the new Creative Cloud and we’ve rounded up a few resources to get you started. Good info for new and existing Adobe video editors …
Video Tutorial: Create Sleek, Sexy Text in After Effects
Follow this simple video tutorial to create slick text in Adobe After Effects! Great for intros and title sequences.
Why a Full Screen Still-Store is Better Than a Split Screen
In this color grading quick tip, we discuss why it’s better to use full screen vs split screen when matching your shots – good advice for colorists …
Color Grading Quick Tip: Non-Absolute White and Black Points
In this post we share a quick tip for color balancing your video footage! Good judgment is often the most important ‘tool’ for picking a white and …
GIVEAWAY! Win a Copy of Boris Continuum Complete Visual Effects Toolkit
Win a copy of Boris Continuum Complete a full featured effects pack for video editors. We’ve got 3 copies to giveaway – each valued at $995!
NeedCreative Podcast: A Weekly Dose of Video Production Knowledge & Inspiration
Stay up to date with the latest in video production news and technology – the weekly NeedCreative Podcast has got you covered.