2020-08-19 07:15
Before we get into this Pinnacle Studio 24 review fully there are a few details it is probably best to get out of the way from the beginning.
This is only the fourth time I have includ… Read More
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Blog on how to choose the right video editing software for you plus tips and techniques on video editing. latest updates on video software.
2020-08-18 00:41
Having spent quite a good deal of time over the past few years on many video editing software user to user forums I have come to greatly appreciate the time and assistance freely given to… Read More
2020-08-14 16:17
The term green screen has become the trendy term used by v-loggers and bloggers in the YouTube generation. Filming with a green screen is the process of shooting a subject against a colo… Read More
2020-08-14 06:50
Introducing Pinnacle Studio 24
So the big news on a software front this week has been the release of Pinnacle Studio 24 and at first glance it is all looking pretty impressive.
The fir… Read More
2020-08-11 01:02
All non-linear video editing software handles the video and audio assets you are using to create your project in a particular way.
None of them ever actually touch the original video clips… Read More
2020-08-07 06:46
Make Sound Effects For Your Videos
One of the main reasons pro videos and films appear the way they do is because of the audio aspect of the production.
I have covered this many times… Read More
2020-08-04 00:53
The history of audio editing capability within video editing software products was such that in the past I never even bothered with it as a feature to look at.
The average editor almost in… Read More
2020-08-02 16:16
Text messages are increasingly becoming the main channel of communication between people. As such, they are part of the movies and TV shows, which adds a difficulty of showing the conten… Read More
2020-08-01 16:17
You love to cook. Maybe you're a professional chef, or maybe your a devout foodie who gets off on creating the dishes you love to eat. Either way, you can't wait to share your creations… Read More
2020-07-31 06:08
Depth of Field Explained: Ultimate Guide to Camera Focus
This is the fourth video in a series created by Studio Binder covering the basics of film making.
So far they have covered the… Read More
2020-07-30 16:16
Editing videos requires concentration on important aspects of the media. There are five main drivers, the first being Dialogue. Conversations and visualizations associated with them are… Read More
2020-07-29 16:17
While video is a medium that relies on visual content primarily, the sound is complementary to the picture and at least as equally important. This especially holds true for dialogues, wh… Read More
2020-07-28 01:17
If there is any area of video editing where you can go hog wild and create all sorts of crazy visuals it is here in the special effects area of the video editing software you choose.
Havin… Read More
2020-07-24 06:14
How to Make Video File Sizes Smaller and What Software to Use
A fairly common type of question that I get asked here on the D.I.Y. Video Editor concerns unexpected outcomes when it com… Read More
2020-07-21 01:26
One of the questions regarding video editing for the home user that I most often see on the various user forums I contribute to is, "Where can I get more transitions?"
This is an endless s… Read More
2020-07-20 16:21
Video editing PC's are very useful and fun to build for anybody in the modern world. The best way to get a video editing PC is to build it yourself. There are so many customization optio… Read More
2020-07-19 16:17
Video content is the best way to generate engagement on social media, but the technical aspects of video can be challenging for some. The various file types essentially serve as containe… Read More
2020-07-18 16:17
All of us, from at home chatters to media company CEOs worldwide, are experiencing an unintended learning curve when it comes to figuring out how to managing video equipment. Sometimes t… Read More
2020-07-17 16:18
A Facebook cover videos provides a simple, effective method of introducing people to your brand. The video should be naturally looping and short, preferably under a minute. The content s… Read More
2020-07-17 06:15
5 Skills You Need to be a Great Video Editor
I am not sure that anyone here has set out on the path of becoming a "great" video editor but I think we are all in this to at least get be… Read More
2020-07-15 07:13
When you are learning how to edit videos, there are some mistakes that people make and need to learn how to avoid. For example, inconsistent audio is something that many editors struggle… Read More
2020-07-14 01:08
This feature of modern consumer editing software is probably one of the most prone to marketing hype and useless "gee whizz" promotion of all of them.
Don't be fooled!
Most editing program… Read More
2020-07-10 06:04
6 Ways to Draw Attention On Screen - Film Composition Techniques
There is a sort of a "secret language" that is spoken when you are shooting, editing and presenting a video to an audie… Read More
2020-07-09 16:17
Most people have heard of the rule of thirds in regards to capturing a picture or shooting a film. This is an important concept that one should not forget when filming a scene. The idea… Read More
2020-07-08 16:16
When you are shooting a music video, it is important to be prepared as best as you can. When working with a band, ask for a copy of the track so that you can start visualizing what you w… Read More
2020-07-07 01:29
The software you will be looking at for home video editing goes by the name of Non-Linear Editing (NLE).
NLE video editors differ from old video editing techniques due to the entire proces… Read More
2020-07-05 16:15
Evening light can really step up the production value of a low budget film or short. We can replicate this type of lighting even though we might be shooting in the morning indoors. On a… Read More
2020-07-03 16:16
As the world continues to work from home and have video conferences, it's important for you to look professional to the rest of your team. You should first stick to one spot in your hous… Read More
2020-07-03 06:23
12 Most Used Cuts & Transitions in Hollywood
So it has been quite a few weeks now since the last time I went off on a mindless rant about the use of transitions in amateur video ed… Read More
2020-06-30 01:42
Video File Import and Export Choices
As I mentioned in another post in this series on how to choose the best video editing software for you one thing to keep in mind during the selection p… Read More
2020-06-28 16:20
Frame rate is a term used to describe frames per second, referring to how many frames make up a moving image of a film. The standard FPS is 24, and that is how many movies are filmed but… Read More
2020-06-26 06:57
How to Green Screen (6 Easy Steps)
This is another fairly quick video on the subject of how to achieve a decent green screen effect.
I always add these videos because they tend to have… Read More
2020-06-23 01:32
One of the first things you will see when you open any video editing program is of course the user interface.
When trying to decide which editing software you want to choose there is an im… Read More
2020-06-22 16:15
The COVID-19 pandemic has provided many of us with plenty of downtime, and for photographers who need to go out and shoot, this can be devastating. Instead of wallowing in the negative… Read More
2020-06-19 06:25
Using Your Webcam like a Pro
Recently there has been quite jump in the number of people using webcams as their primary means of creating videos as well as getting work done remotely.
S… Read More
2020-06-18 16:17
Many people associate webcam videos and images with grainy and dark-lit appearances. Fortunately, there are different types of software that you can download in order to enhance your web… Read More
2020-06-16 16:16
There are many things that we can do in order to keep us productive while we are working from home. Getting dressed for work will help us get our day started and also get us in the prope… Read More
2020-06-16 01:16
This is a more detailed page as part of the series on how to choose the best video editing software for you. On this page we will cover the need for deciding on a price range and setting… Read More
2020-06-12 06:45
Magix Video Pro X 12
A few years back now Magix decided to stop the naming protocol of their pro video editor Video Pro X.
The logic behind this was that they were going to go over to… Read More
2020-06-09 01:20
The overall theme of this site is to try to simplify the process of how to choose video editing software and how to get started in both shooting and editing your footage.
So in this sectio… Read More
2020-06-05 06:14
A Very British Image Collection
Last week the British Museum added about 1.9 million images (give or take a few thousand I guess) for public use under the Creative Commons Copyright.
W… Read More
2020-06-02 05:46
Video has become increasingly important to digital marketing. When choosing software, DaVinci Resolve stands out as a free, intuitive option. Within the program, the Media Pool is where… Read More
2020-06-02 01:12
More on muvee Reveal Finale Styles
To really understand how this software works it is important to have an understand of what they are talking about when referring to "Styles."
The style t… Read More
2020-05-31 13:16
If you desire to be an editor, it is best to hone in your skills to differentiate yourself from others. Five of the hottest tips from the most successful and famous professionals include… Read More
2020-05-29 06:16
How to Make Your Webcam Footage Look Better
One trend in recent video tutorials that I really like is that many of them have become far more hands on in their approach to teaching vari… Read More
2020-05-26 00:48
Before I get completely into the actual muvee Reveal review I think with this software it is important to understand not just what it does but also exactly who it is designed for.
Over the… Read More
2020-05-25 13:29
Making a time lapse video at home can be somewhat simple if you have the proper cameras and software. A time lapse video is simply a video that is shot over time and is sped up to show h… Read More
2020-05-23 13:23
It is important to keep your files organized on the computer. Keeping files organized in file folders helps make easier access to the files. Keeping files organized can make a person a m… Read More
2020-05-22 07:41
Blending Modes Demonstrated
This is an excellent video from the folks at Corel not only covering what blend modes are in their product VideoStudio but what they are in general.
Of all… Read More
2020-05-19 13:16
If you have never shot a workout video from home, it's fine that you haven't, videos are a useful tool for any business. You will also want to keep in mind that the video should be short… Read More
2020-05-19 00:54
An often viable alternative to a purpose built video editing software program for those whose needs are modest can be in the form a a multimedia program that comes loaded with a video edit… Read More
2020-05-15 06:22
Cinematic B-roll with Action Cameras
This is an interesting video I came across full of some great ideas for shooting b-roll at home.
It is particularly handy because the ideas and tec… Read More
2020-05-12 00:19
MultiCam Editing
With Magix Video Pro X you can synchronize up to four camera recordings of events with just a single click of the mouse.
I personally love this feature. Any event these d… Read More
2020-05-11 13:20
If you are looking for ways to edit music within your video to help control the pacing and intensity, there are a few things that you should know. First off, you actually don't need musi… Read More
2020-05-08 06:25
How to Edit - A Step-by-Step Video
The article I have linked to below is an absolute must for anyone new to video editing and I even think it is of value to anyone not so new!
The arti… Read More
2020-05-07 13:16
When it comes to livestreaming, there are so many streamers out there that you need to have professional production values in order to stand out. If you really want good production value… Read More
2020-05-05 07:38
This Vegas Movie Studio 17 review marks the fourth release of the software since Magix bought out the entire Sony Creative range of video and audio editing products a few years back no… Read More
2020-05-05 00:27
Movie Edit Pro by Magix is that European based software company's feature rich video editing software program aimed at the consumer through to semi-pro video editing market.
Any Magix Movi… Read More
2020-05-01 06:04
VEGAS Movie Studio 17 New Release
This week Magix announced the release of Vegas movieo Studio 17 with a bunch of enhancements and improvements depending on which level of the software… Read More
2020-04-28 00:14
So what's it got and what can you do?
First up importing your media such as video files, images and audio can be done through a wizard based system or you can do it manually.
Through the… Read More
2020-04-24 06:16
Audacity Overview: Perfecting Audio with Keith Alexander
Let's talk audio for a second here.
When it comes to dealing with audio in any of your video projects you will soon find yourse… Read More
2020-04-20 10:55
Footage of Mission Control, film shot by the astronauts, television broadcasts transmitted from space, photographs and 7200 hours of audio tell the complete Apollo 13 story in real time. Rea… Read More
2020-04-20 10:31
Tips for Small Channel Growth & Advice on Big Channel Collabs! Cody Wanner #ViShow 13 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1RxVR6ihN0 Read More
2020-04-20 09:57
Why I YouTube – Just For Fun. Maybe my channel trailer? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PVAiZ-PU8Q Read More
2020-04-20 09:47
After what seemed to be an endless sequence of tango dance rounds between me and Blackmagic’s public relations department, we finally have a proper answer to my question about the maxi… Read More
2020-04-20 09:31
Virtual Tour: NYC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFfv9lHFiA0 Read More
2020-04-20 09:21
NEVER been so nervous to share a video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5RKsKvqufjk Read More
2020-04-20 08:58
Building your workstation for peak performance is one of the most important parts of video editing. For an editor, there is no worse moment than when you hit play and the video starts stutte… Read More
2020-04-20 08:48
DaVinci Resolve Playbook Part Two | Video Editing Tips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUJvb0FMdyY Read More
2020-04-20 08:27
Working with Photos in Premiere Pro | Video Editing Tips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwdqQyb1WUE Read More
2020-04-20 08:16
Photographer but No Photo Work https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTGWVAP84gU Read More
2020-04-20 08:11
How to turn 2D PHOTOS to 3D with AFTER EFFECTS super easy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEwoTWAmme4 Read More
2020-04-20 07:49
The innovative Australian microphone and audio mixer manufacturer RØDE has just announced the White edition of its Wireless GO. RØDE also announced two key accessories for Wire… Read More
2020-04-19 13:25
You don't want to use cheesy effects when editing your videos. Just because your software has the ability doesn't mean that adding effects is a creative way to spice things up. A lot of… Read More
2020-04-17 12:16
I get a lot of queries regarding video editing software for Macs on this site so rather than ignore the subject entirely (I use Windows myself) I thought I would do a ScreenFlow Revie… Read More
2020-04-17 06:24
How to Transition Between Scenes with Audio Editing
A lot of people new to video editing think that "transitions" are those little preset clips in the transitions library that you can… Read More
2020-04-15 13:25
If you are looking into doing a lot of editing work at home, dual monitors can make your life so much easier. Dual monitors allow you to have more screen size to work on which will allow… Read More
2020-04-13 13:29
There are a lot of good options for building a nice budget computer for editing. Depending on how much performance you want, there are great part guides online for every person. You will… Read More
2020-04-11 13:16
Figure out what kind of cooking video you want to make. Plan out everything before hand. Make sure you have the ingredients ready. Write out some voice lines. You can use two camera angl… Read More
2020-04-10 06:16
2+ Tips on How To Shoot Cinematic Interviews
Well the upside of this whole Corona thingy is that a bunch of people who I regularly refer to in these Friday Roundups are trapped at home… Read More
2020-04-07 13:16
Having clear-sounding dialogue is important, so you should make sure that your dialogue sounds good while you're editing. Poor-quality audio can take your audience right out of the story… Read More
2020-04-06 12:04
Advice for New YouTubers: 10 REAL TALK Tips from 10+ Years of YouTube Experience #ViShow 11 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KWRmZoYZdg Read More
2020-04-06 11:35
Here is my review of the US$100 Samson Satellite multi-pattern electret condenser iOS/iPadOS/USB microphone with US$7 Aokeo attachable pop filter. This is also a comparison with Samson&rsquo&hell…Read More
2020-04-06 11:03
How to use Distort effects in Adobe After Effects Explained (Ep. 8) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SfAuJVcmyM Read More
2020-04-06 10:38
PowerDirector 18 – Powerdirector & PhotoDirector UPGRADE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBhEwuGE1qc Read More
2020-04-06 10:27
The Stay at Home Short Film Challenge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zpOgKDyn_M Read More
2020-04-06 10:06
Realistic HOLLYWOOD EXPLOSION (After Effects + Miniatures) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00YnIyGPyB8 Read More
2020-04-06 09:52
BirdDog went live today with their “Together Program”. This program comes at a great time when live streaming is essential for educators, houses of worship, and not for profit bu… Read More
2020-04-06 09:38
How To Grow With 0 Views And 0 Subscribers: 5 YouTube Growth Strategies https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDN__TEGpnQ Read More
2020-04-06 09:17
If you have some extra processing power laying around, you can put your editing PC to work to help fight COVID-19 through Folding@Home. The post Help Fight COVID-19 with Your Editing or Anim… Read More
2020-04-06 08:58
The Panasonic AG-CX350 with NDI|HX is the perfect handheld camcorder for your live production in the studio or out in the field. Check out our Product Spotlight on this Camcorder, Below. The… Read More
2020-04-06 08:52
How to use Color Correction Effects in After Effects Explained (Ep. 7) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9q_aV6fQkQ Read More
2020-04-06 08:28
How to Make the Drink Pouring Effect | PowerDirector Mobile Android iOS App https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KeBY_lCC9yY Read More
2020-04-06 08:04
CAMERA LAMP HACK Anyone can do! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXepECni0EM Read More
2020-04-06 07:45
We love tinkering with things and making them ‘just so’ at CCleaner, so we listened to the feedback you gave us about the preview version of our secure browser. We’re… Read More
2020-04-06 07:33
The Chroma Key (Green Screen) functions in Wirecast are a great way to enhance your broadcast. They allow you to insert an image or video … The post Finding Chroma Key Backgrounds for… Read More
2020-04-06 07:11
How to make a film look cinematic on a low budget https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_pO96aawW4 Read More
2020-04-05 13:20
Having intense and impressive footage for your project is good, but many times it is ruined by the sound chosen to accompany it. The best rule is to make sure there is no audio of bad qu… Read More
2020-04-03 13:30
Coverage of your characters in a movie film can be a hard challenge to tackle. Getting all the characters in one shot can be one way of doing this. The movie Bird Man famously did a one… Read More
2020-04-03 10:54
How to Nail the Pacing of your Travel Film
This is quite an in-depth look at how to control the pacing of your videos.
Although it is titled to suggest it is somewhat specific to trave… Read More
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