Video Editing Software
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Digital video editing has opened the door to a vast array of creativity for everyone from the beginner to the most advanced professional video editor. These articles include video editing software buyer's guides and reviews to help you pick the editing software that best fits your skill level and your pocketbook.
Video Editing Software Reviews
There are many types of editing software available in the market today and, with the right editing application, anyone can edit. These articles will help you compare video editing software to find the best video editing program for you.
- Test Bench: Adobe Production Studio Video Production Suites Adobe Production Studio Video Production Suites
- Nero 7 Ultra Edition Editing, Burning, DVD Authoring Software Review Nero 7 Ultra Edition Editing, Burning, DVD Authoring Software
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Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0 Video Editing Software Adobe Premiere Elements 2.0 Video Editing Software - Ulead MediaStudio Pro 8 Editing Software Review Ulead MediaStudio Pro 8 Editing Software
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CyberLink PowerDirector 4.0 CyberLink PowerDirector 4.0 - Test Bench:
Apple Final Cut Studio Video Editing Bundle Apple Final Cut Studio Video Editing Bundle - Video Editing Software Review:
Avid Xpress Pro HD Avid Xpress Pro HD Video Editing Software - Apple Final Cut Express HD Video Editing Software Review Apple Final Cut Express HD Video Editing Software
- Test Bench: NTI CD & DVD Maker 7 Titanium Suite NTI CD & DVD Maker 7 Titanium Suite
- Green Screen Program Software Review This Green Screen Program is a significant upgrade that offers a wealth of features for the beginning or hobbyist video editor.
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Adobe Photoshop Album 2.0 vs. Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5 Adobe Photoshop Album 2.0 vs. Ulead Photo Explorer 8.5 - DVD Authoring Software Review:Ulead DVD Workshop 2 Ulead DVD Workshop 2 DVD Authoring Software
- Sound Effects Software Review:
SmartSound Quicktracks A basic, but rapid, way to create your own sound effects. - Test Bench:
wondertouch particleIllusion 3.0 Effects Software wondertouch particleIllusion 3.0 Effects Software - Software Review
SmartSound Sonicfire Pro 5 (Scoring Edition) Audio Creation Software The Sound and The Fury... Everyone knows that the musical score is responsible for a lot of the emotional impact of your video. The score underlies the emotional cues that you want the picture to express. - Software Review
Corel VideoStudio Pro X2 Video Editing Software Edit Easy... It's interesting that editing software of all levels has gained features unimaginable even a couple of years ago, while becoming easier to use at the same time. This is the case with Corel VideoStudio Pro X2. For a lot of quick editing jobs, there's really not much this program can't do. - Software Review
Adobe Visual Communicator 3 Visual Presentation Software Streaming Video Made Simple... Adobe Visual Communicator 3 turns your computer into a production studio with streaming video capabilities. - Software Review
proDAD Adorage Vol. 7: CGM Power Transition Software A powerful, fun-to-explore video transition program... Implementing transitions is not the easiest part of video work. Working with a lot of effects can get intimidating, especially if you're just getting your feet wet with video. ProDAD understands and presents its family of Adorage products, a line of transition products that includes volumes such as Particles and Lights, Universal Tricks, Diamond Composites, Power FX Pearls, Eyecatcher FX and Particles and Objects. - Software Review:
Storyist v1.3.6 Novel and Screenwriting Software W/T: Starting With a Story - Software Review:
Nero 8 Ultra Edition Disc-Burning Software The Burninator - Software Review:
FxFactory Pro 2.0 Visual Effects Software Visually Effective - Software Review:
Corel DVD Copy 6 Plus Conversion Software Copy Shop - Software Review:
Apple Final Cut Express 4 Video Editing Software When Three Just Isn't Enough - Software Review:
Red Giant Magic Bullet Looks Video Filter Software Cook Your Looks - Digital Video Filter Software Review: Tiffen Dfx Colorful Options
Video Software Downloads
Videomaker's Video Editors have compiled this list of useful video editing and video related software downloads for you to check out.
Video Editing Techniques
In these articles our video editors explain the principles of good editing and will guide you through the editing process.
- Editing:
Fix It in Post If a director, cinematographer, producer or uncle of the movie studio mogul tells you, "no worries... we'll fix it in post," tell them, "well, sure, we can... but it'll cost you." - Editing: Polished Work From rough cut to finished product, you want to deliver the goods as cleanly as possible. Here are the Seven Steps to Creating an Excellent Polished Work.
- Jargon Computer Video Editing Terms
- Videomaker Presents Recap Having the Best Video Shooting Fun with the Videomaker Editors!
- Basic Training: Editing 101 "Leave it on the cutting room floor" is an old film phrase signifying to edit out stuff you don't need. It's a good reminder to cut down your piece for a tighter final project.
Instructional Videos
Introduction to Digital Video Editing: The Guide to Getting Started With Computer Video (DVD) You'll learn important information about digital video editing software. You’ll learn the tools you need to get started in digital video editing including valuable tips and techniques for creating titles, editing sequences and editing audio.
Sound Success (DVD) Learn about the many types of microphones and how to use them wisely. Key insights for recording indoor and outdoor audio. Editing techniques to sweeten your audio by adding sound effects at the edit bay. 
Advanced Editing -- Guide to Advanced Computer Video Editing (DVD) The editors and experts at Videomaker have created this DVD to introduce you to the video editing software, and techniques you need to know to edit like a professional including tips for creating video titles, and how to adjust color when editing.
Introduction to Video Editing: The Art of Titles and Graphics (DVD) In this DVD you'll learn how to make perfect video titles, end credits, backgrounds and designs for better on-screen viewing, plus optimal colors and sizes to aid with readability of your video titles. 
Introduction to DVD Authoring and Design (DVD) With this DVD, you'll learn about the various aspects of making a DVD from video. We start with the basics of making a DVD. Then we cover the most common dvd authoring tools found in DVD authoring software followed by DVD menu creation and MPEG Encoding.
