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Tips, software, effects and how-to guides for video editing.

Shooting a reaction video

How to Make Reaction Videos: Basics and Top Tips

Want to learn how to make reaction videos? Check out our guide on how to make, edit, and monetize reaction videos on platforms like YouTube and Twitch.

video-to-video ai

Video-to-Video AI: What Is It and How Do You Use It?

Video-to-video AI became a hot-button topic in mid-2023. But what is it, how do you use it, and is it right for you?

Exporting in Final Cut Pro

How to Export in Final Cut Pro: A Step-By-Step Guide

Ever wondered how to export from Final Cut Pro to YouTube, MP4, and more? Learn all about that today with our pro ambassador, Meredith Marsh.

Listening to music

Diegetic Sound: What Is It and How Do You Use It?

Diegetic and non-diegetic sound are an essential part of filmmaking. But what is diegetic sound, how do you use it, and what are the best examples?

Filming a suspenseful scene

How to Nail Suspense in Your Video Content

Suspense can take your content to nail-biting new highs. Learn how to create suspense in film & video content, & find some of the best tracks for the job.

How to Nail Audio Mixing For Video

Learn how to mix audio for video, which apps to use, what the perfect audio levels for video are, and more.

Adding captions to videos

Add Captions and Subtitles to Videos, and Learn the Difference Between Them

Want to add captions and subtitles to your videos? Learn the difference between captions and subtitles, nail auto-captions, and more.

Filming a music video

How to Edit Music Videos: Tips and Tricks That’ll Make Your Work Shine

Wondering how to edit music videos? Learn the essential tips and tricks, figure out the best apps for music video editing, and a bunch more.

Green screen chroma key

What Is Chroma Keying and How Do You Use It?

Chroma keying is used to achieve eye-boggling green screen effects in Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects & more. Read more to find out how!

Filming a Boomerang

How to Turn a Video Into a Boomerang

What is a Boomerang video, exactly? Learn how to turn a video into a Boomerang on Instagram, TikTok, and more.

Editing TikTok voiceovers

How to Do a Voiceover on TikTok

Ever wondered how to do a voiceover on TikTok? We’ll run through text-to-speech, how to change voiceover, and more.

How to speed up video

How to Speed Up Video: iMovie, After Effects, TikTok and More

Want to know how to make videos faster? Learn how to speed up a video on iPhone, After Effects, TikTok, Instagram and more.

The Pros & Cons of Creating 3D Content With Blender Software

The Pros & Cons of Creating 3D Content With Blender Software

Do you create 3D content, or are you looking to start? We’ve got you covered. Blender is an open-source, free-to-use creation suite for 3D content. This blog post will detail the basics of Blender software, its requirements, and the pros and cons.

Using Final Cut Pro

Final Cut Pro: What You Need to Know

Final Cut Pro is a top-notch video editing program. But is it free, what effects can you get, and is it Mac-exclusive? Let’s find out.

Using a screen recorder on mobile

How to Use a Screen Recorder on iPhone, Android, Mac, and Windows PC

Screen recorders are now widely used. But how do you use them, what are the best apps, and what’s best for iPhone, Android, and more?

Using Filmic Pro

What Is Filmic Pro and Should You Use It?

Filmic Pro is an award-winning mobile app that's been used by everyone from rookie content creators to Lady Gaga. But what is it, can you get it for free, and how do you use its main features?

Your Guide to Nailing the Frame Rate for Your Videos

Your Guide to Nailing the Frame Rate for Your Videos

Frame rate is used in video content every day. But what is it, and is it better to have a higher or lower frame rate?

What is CGI and How Has It Changed Movies, Animation & Content?

What is CGI and How Has It Changed Movies, Animation & Content?

CGI is often used in movies, animation and everyday content. But what does CGI stand for, and what does good – or bad – CGI look like?

How to Get the Best Lower Thirds for Video Content

How to Get the Best Lower Thirds for Video Content

Lower thirds are used in reality TV, vlogs, the news and pretty much any ‘talking head’ visual content. But what are lower thirds, can you get them in Premiere Pro and After Effects, and how difficult are they to use?

What is Color Theory and How Do You Use It?

What is Color Theory and How Do You Use It?

Color theory is something every content creator should know. But what are the basics, how do you use it, and what are the best examples?

Learn, Follow and Break the 180-Degree Rule While Filming

Learn, Follow and Break the 180-Degree Rule While Filming

The 180-degree rule is key to filmmaking, and every content creator should take the time to master it. But what is the 180-degree rule, how do you use it, and is there an upside to breaking it?

5 Ways to Edit Cinematic Footage With Adobe Premiere Pro

5 Ways to Edit Cinematic Footage With Adobe Premiere Pro

When you take the plunge into filmmaking and video editing, it’s tough to get a professional finish. Here are five tips on how to edit cinematic video with Adobe Premiere Pro and Epidemic Sound.

How to Match Adobe Stock Footage With Your Own

How to Match Adobe Stock Footage With Your Own

Learn how to match Adobe Stock footage with your own content with Adobe, Epidemic Sound and Josh Olufemii.

Using Adobe Premiere Pro

5 Adobe Premiere Pro Transition Effects You Can Try Today

Learn how to create 5 simple, eye-popping transition effects with Adobe Premiere Pro, Epidemic Sound and Herman Huang.

How to transition between songs

How To Transition Between Songs in Your Video

Learn how to transition between songs in your video content with Adobe, Epidemic Sound and Josh Olufemii.