Post Production Articles (Page 2)

• Authoring
• Graphics and Compositing
• Media Management
• Sound Editing
• Video Editing

• Fun and Entertaining Vacation Videos
  June, 2011
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  Vacation videos don't have to bore your viewers - you just need to understand how to edit while you're shooting on location.
• Music for Weddings
  May, 2011
  by Hal Robertson
  As a wedding shooter, you won't have the opportunity to choose the music for the wedding ceremony, but you can set the mood for all the video content you…
• The Video Editing Log Jam
  May, 2011
  by Mark Montgomery
  Whether you use film, flash files, or videotape, every editor needs to have the footage on their editing machine before they can start cutting the project…
• Less is More - Editing Titles and Graphics
  April, 2011
  by Mark Montgomery
  Creating professional titles and graphics in your video production is no easy feat. As an editor, you can often be burdened for hours creating titles that…
• First Look: Editing 3D Video
  March, 2011
  by Mark Montgomery
  The world of two-dimensional TV took a major shift last year when new technology gave us the choice to add that third dimension to video. Still in its infancy,…
• Using a Virtual Mixing Board
  March, 2011
  by Hal Robertson
  We've all seen impressive sound boards with a plethora of buttons, sliders and dials. But did you know your editing software might have a similar virtual…
• Green Screen Directing
  March, 2011
  by Marshal M. Rosenthal
  Anyone who desires to direct a Hollywood-like movie on an independent budget can do so, now that green screen technology has become easier to produce.
• Selling Your Green Screen Shots to Your Audience
  March, 2011
  by Mike Sullivan
  Yes, the tools to create green screen composites have changed and, yes, it is cheaper and easier to produce green screen FX shots, but that doesn't mean it is…
• Shooting for 3D
  February, 2011
  by Tony Bruno
  With the rise of 3D films, television programming and video games, many hope to get in the stereoscopic game. The technology is new, but good techniques aren't.
• Video Editing for N00bs
  January, 2011
  by Mark Montgomery
  Where to start? How to choose? When you're the one the rest of your world approaches for video assistance, and you're just starting out yourself, these…
• Roxio Creator 2011 Introductory Editing Software Review
  January, 2011
  by Douglas Dixon
  The venerable Roxio Creator digital media suite provides extensive support for working with video, photos, music and audio, and disc backup and burning.
• Dreaming Up Dream Sequences
  December, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  What makes your character the person he or she has become? Dreams and flashbacks are commonplace in dramatic movies and provide a convenient way for the…
• Stock Media Buyer's Guide
  December, 2010
  by Earl Chessher
  Research is Key to Getting What You Pay for.
• Tips for a Good Chromakey
  November, 2010
  by Earl Chessher
  Editing for green screen begins before you sit down at the keyboard. A good key begins with proper lighting and shooting techniques.
• Viewfinder: Near Camera Editing
  October, 2010
  by Matthew York
  New technology enables us to practice "near-camera editing", which is a techniques similar to in-camera shooting,but instead of editing in your camera you make…
• Easy Tricks to Edit Quickly
  October, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  Editors working on tight deadline understand the need for proficiency and speed. If you're editing on a daily or weekly basis, you will benefit greatly from…
• The Best Editing Software for your Videos
  October, 2010
  by Douglas Dixon
  The video editing software market has been remarkably stable over the past decade, with a clear divide between "consumer" in the $50 to $150 range, and "profess…
• An Animation and Motion Graphics Buyer's Guide
  October, 2010
  by J. Michael Long
  Video production is mostly dealing with concepts. As a storyteller your job is to convey the concept in such a way that the viewer understands the topic. If…
• How to Make a Documentary: Part 3 - Shooting and Editing
  September, 2010
  by Morgan Paar
  Almost everyone who has a story to tell dreams about making a documentary at some time. Bringing that dream to fruition can become a reality now that the…
• RAID Buyer's Guide
  September, 2010
  by Randy Hansen
  More than just a bunch of hard drives...much more
• Multicam Editing for All
  August, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  Multicam editing is becoming more popular as software programs adopt tools that make the process much easier. Now just about anyone with a prosumer level video…
• Top 10 Best Voice Over Tips
  August, 2010
  by Hal Robertson
  You'd love to hire some major market talent for voice over work but your budget won't allow it. It looks like you'll have to figure this one out by yourself…
• Becoming a Pro Video Editor
  July, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  Video editors need three things to be successful: a comfy editing suite, a strong business network and a lot of coffee. Let's break down a few important…
• Royalty Free Music Tips
  June, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  Using music and sound effects libraries is easy, but knowing how to use them is confusing. Here are some tips on buying and using royalty-free music.
• What's the Best Blank Media for Video Storage?
  June, 2010
  by Teresa Echazabal
  If you are a videographer who is looking to stock up on blank media, deciding which kind of media to choose is important. Here, we will take a look at some of…
• Music Library Buyer's Guide - Music to Your Ears
  June, 2010
  by James Williams
  Finding the right soundtrack for your video production can be a challenge and confusing. With the right direction and a better understanding of the process,…
• Use Analog to Digital Converters Properly
  May, 2010
  by Kyle Cassidy
  You know the camera moves and names, but that's just half the battle. Here are some answers to WHEN and how to use those moves effectively.
• Getting The Job Done
  May, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  Video editing can happen on all sorts of modern day personal computers. A fact that was not true when digital video editing was in its infancy. However, the…
• Workstation Buyer's Guide
  May, 2010
  by Lance Olinger
  Is your workstation just not fast enough to do what you want? Perhaps it is time for a new computer or maybe just an upgrade.
• Editing for the Future: Moving to 64-bit Video Production
  May, 2010
  by Douglas Dixon