Video Tutorials
Video tutorials covering filmmaking, production and post. Software covered includes Avid, After Effects and Final Cut Pro.
Lighting for Video: LEDs
LEDs are light, relatively inexpensive and require little power, making them an ideal choice for many video pros. In this post we explore the pluses and minuses …
How to Create Animated Banners in After Effects
Create a look popular in motion design – the animated banner. In this video tutorial we jump into After Effects and show you how to do it …
Getting Started with DaVinci Resolve
If you’re looking to dip your toes into the color grading waters, check out this comprehensive tutorial for DaVinci Resolve.
3D Text in After Effects Without Third Party Plugins
You don’t need fancy third party plugins to create 3D text in After Effects. In this tutorial we show you 3 simple ways to give your text …
Animated Map: After Effects Video Tutorial
Create an animated map in After Effects without any third party plugins or expressions – a major improvement over boring static map images!
Lighting for Video: Fluorescents Tutorial
We continue our Lighting for Video series by getting down with fluorescents. Learn what makes fluorescent lights unique and how to best utilize them in your film …
The Must-Have Lighting Kit for Shooting Interviews
Learn how to create a homemade lighting rig that inexpensive, versatile and easy to use.
Motion Graphics Tutorials For Video Editors
Are you an editor looking to improve your motion graphics work? In this post we’ve curated the best tutorials on useful motion graphics and visual effects techniques.
After Effects Tutorial: Vector Tree Animation
Learn how to create a dynamic tree animation in After Effects – fitting for a fall or Christmas themed project.
Powerful Multicam Workflow for Final Cut Pro X
Multicam isn’t just for live events! In this post we share a powerful workflow for organizing and editing your narrative projects with Final Cut Pro X’s multicam.
Lighting for Video: Mastering Hot Lights Part 2
In this tutorial, in our on-going series on Lighting for Video, we dig deeper into incandescent lighting. Explore different options for incadeccent lighting, as well as some …
Power Tip: Horizontal Audio Meters in Premiere Pro
Change the orientation of your audio meters in Premiere Pro – and create a more efficient video editing experience! In this post you’ll learn how to adjust …