Best Horror Movie Soundtracks — Top 10 Scary Good Scores

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Scary Sound Effects — Best Sites for Horror Sound Effects

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Blue Yeti Nano Microphone — Specs, Price, Pros & Cons

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How to Speed Ramp in Premiere — A Guide for Video Editors

Are you wondering how to ramp speed in Premiere? We’ll be walking you through four simple steps to create your very own speed ramps in Adobe Premiere Pro. We’ll even provide a couple of tips to set yourself up for success in advance of bringing your footage into the editing room. Let’s get started with… Continue reading How to Speed Ramp in Premiere — A Guide for Video Editors

Background Music for Videos — Royalty-Free & Paid Options

Finding good background music can be a difficult task – but it doesn’t have to be. We’ve done our research to deliver a list of the best background music resources you can use right now. The background music options on this list fall under the licensing umbrellas of royalty free, creative commons, public domain, and… Continue reading Background Music for Videos — Royalty-Free & Paid Options

How to Make Photos Look Like Film — Editing Tips & Apps

Despite the ever advancing technology in the realm of digital cameras, many photographers are finding their way back to shooting on film cameras. There is something unique and nostalgic about photos shot the old analog way. But as any new film shooter soon finds out, shooting film can be expensive and timely. So how can you… Continue reading How to Make Photos Look Like Film — Editing Tips & Apps

What is a Bridging Shot in Movies — Shot Types Explained

One of the most important parts of creating an engaging film is being efficient with time. As a storyteller, you must make sure that you are communicating the necessary plot information to your audience without boring them with superfluous details. A bridging shot helps filmmakers accomplish exactly this. When a story jumps from one moment… Continue reading What is a Bridging Shot in Movies — Shot Types Explained

What is an L Cut in Film — Editing Transitions Explained

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How to Become a Film Editor — 6 Essential Steps Explained

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25 Best Movie Soundtracks That Changed the Game

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What is CGI? How CGI Works in Movies and Animation

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What is Color Space — Mastering Color in Post in Photo & Film

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What is a Wipe Transition in Film — Editing Transitions Explained

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How Does an Editor Control the Rhythm of a Film?

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What is Adobe Creative Cloud — Every App Explained & Pricing

What is Adobe Creative Cloud? In this post we will be explaining what it is, what it’s used for, and breaking down what is included in Adobe Creative Cloud. Adobe creative cloud pricing can get a bit confusing, so we’ll walk you through the different packages available. There is a lot to cover within the… Continue reading What is Adobe Creative Cloud — Every App Explained & Pricing

Thelma Schoonmaker Editing Style & Working with Scorsese

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How to Speed Up a Video — iOS, Android, Instagram & Premiere

If you find yourself asking, how can I speed up my video? We’re happy to provide the answer, no matter what platform you’re on. The details will vary depending on the particular editing software being used, the method of shooting, and what platform you intend to upload on. For professional video projects, we recommend a… Continue reading How to Speed Up a Video — iOS, Android, Instagram & Premiere

Underexposed Photography — Editing in Photoshop & Lightroom

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What is a Film Cut — Editing Cuts and Transitions Explained

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