Video Editing Tips

All editors work in four dimensions. The 3D visual space of the footage...and the 4th dimension of time. As we all know, to improve the…

This quick edit tip will make you a more efficient editor. Make it a habit to save commonly used effects and plugin settings. These could…

This quick edit tip will create a solid foundation for your edit. Watch the video (or read the transcript below) and find out how to…

What's a great way to create smooth transitions between scenes? By using audio to bridge them! Watch the video to find out how or read…

If you want a powerful way to manipulate your audience’s emotions, time your music editing for maximum impact. Music activates every known part of the…

Sometimes when you’re editing, you’ll find that the footage doesn’t necessarily need a full score of melodic music to serve the story and the emotion.…

When you want your music, or, for that matter, any sound, to live inside the environment of your piece, use a combination of EQ and…

I'm not sure if you've heard, but Adobe is offering a pretty great discount on their subscription during all of this COVID-19 craziness. Basically, you…

This quick edit tip is about video effects. As a working editor, if your transition between shots is an expanding heart shape...or a page curl...or…

Two is better than one. Two monitors that is. Sure, you can edit using only one monitor and, let’s face it, sometimes you have to.…