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This Video On Demand highlights the techniques of… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/rotoscoping-post-production.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:58:18 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/transitions.html This Video On Demand highlights the techniques of the most commonly used transitions in television and film: the Cut, the Fade and the Dissolve. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/transitions.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:58:18 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/creating-a-montage-in-premiere-pro-tutorial.html This Video On Demand demonstrates how to create pans & titles when using stills in Adobe Premiere. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/creating-a-montage-in-premiere-pro-tutorial.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:58:18 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/time-remapping.html This Video On Demand presents some tips about how and when to use time remapping in your productions. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/time-remapping.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:58:18 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-chroma-key-effect.html This Video On Demand highlights how to use the Chroma Key effect in Premiere pro and Final Cut Pro. http://www.videomaker.com/shop/the-chroma-key-effect.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:58:18 PST http://www.videomaker.com/shop/zoom-in-and-flyover-effect.html The Zoom In & Flyover Effect - Add a whole new level of interest and sophistication to what might otherwise be a dull, static montage with this little-known&h… http://www.videomaker.com/shop/zoom-in-and-flyover-effect.html?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:58:18 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/15364/ Editing music videos isn't too hard... all you need is a band, a camera or two, some editing software and a lot of patience! 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With the increased use of DSLRs and cell phone for video shooting, audio syncing skills are a… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15106/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/15103/ Bit by bit our audio goes from a natural source to an electronic conversion. Let's tour the digital audio sampling path from mic to memory and back out through… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15103/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/694/editing-music-videos/ Compiling the edit for your music video may seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. If you just follow a few steps to organize your edit, build… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/694/editing-music-videos/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:40:47 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14969/ The road to editing greatness begins by shifting into the right gear. You can't drive your projects forward with software that leaves your computer idling in… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14969/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14970/ Animation and motion graphics software are packages that can create visual assets from scratch, can composite those assets with other visual assets from… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14970/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15099/ It's time to take another look under the hood of the next generation of processing for video. Hardware acceleration for video editing has changed greatly in… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15099/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15105/ Recording a voice over isn't like recording an interview or live action in the field. This is the sound that carries your video, and needs to be clear, concise,… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15105/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15098/ Are you Looking to upgrade your editing program but are unsure of some of the stories you've read about codecs and the newer formats? Don't be too concerned… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15098/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Thu, 01 Sep 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14899/ What to Buy, What to Know http://www.videomaker.com/article/14899/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15077/ Type "Video Production" in a search URL and you come up with more than 24-million links. Finding your exact needs is time-consuming, but we've narrowed the… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15077/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15097/ Video editing is a rare task that requires left-brain and right-brain activity: One side for the technical, the other for the art. What happens when the… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15097/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15248/ NVIDIA's Quadro 4000 graphics card delivers blistering fast performance - and a pretty amazing 3D experience. Additionally, for another dimension to Blu-ray… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15248/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15258/ If explosive 3D magic is what you desire then look no further than the ViewSonic VX2268wm. http://www.videomaker.com/article/15258/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14931/ Most editors grind their teeth when someone says,"don't worry we'll fix it in post", but fixing it in post are where audio tricks shine. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14931/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15095/ Most of us hate organizing - yet we love it when things are in order. Here are some tips to keeping our love-hate relationship with organization within a Zen-li… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15095/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14923/ Online web applications have begun to sneak into the vernacular producer's dictionary. Editing "in the cloud" has its ups and downs, here's a look a few… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14923/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15179/ Once the province of only big-budget productions, now everyone can license a music track for their own projects - all you need is to understand the rules. http://www.videomaker.com/article/15179/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15233/ Vacation videos don't have to bore your viewers - you just need to understand how to edit while you're shooting on location. http://www.videomaker.com/article/15233/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14929/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14929/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/15094/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/15094/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14925/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14925/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14924/ 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,… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14924/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14927/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14927/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14933/ 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. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14933/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14949/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14949/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14912/ 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. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14912/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Feb 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14913/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14913/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/15118/ The venerable Roxio Creator digital media suite provides extensive support for working with video, photos, music and audio, and disc backup and burning. http://www.videomaker.com/article/15118/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Jan 2011 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14611/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14611/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14887/ Research is Key to Getting What You Pay for. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14887/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Dec 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14880/ Editing for green screen begins before you sit down at the keyboard. A good key begins with proper lighting and shooting techniques. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14880/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14546/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14546/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14610/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14610/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14883/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14883/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14885/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14885/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Oct 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14853/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14853/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14865/ More than just a bunch of hard drives...much more http://www.videomaker.com/article/14865/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14607/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14607/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14617/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14617/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14606/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14606/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14605/ 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. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14605/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14792/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14792/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14793/ 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,… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14793/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14560/ 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. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14560/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14604/ 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… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14604/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14801/ 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. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14801/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14843/ Editing for the Future: Moving to 64-bit Video Production http://www.videomaker.com/article/14843/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 May 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14214/ When most new filmmakers think of making a Music Video, images of beautiful dancers, exotic locations and slick musicians come to mind. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14214/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14603/ The best way to identify your Spokesperson in your video is by using a lower third byline. Creating them is more than just making a title, they identify a… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14603/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14602/ See that little ID icon in the bottom corner of your TV screen? That's called a "bug". It used to be, only network news shows used bugs. Now everyone is using… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14602/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14613/ Dual System Sound used to be reserved for major production studios. Today you can get this professional sound. Here are some home video editing tips for using… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14613/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/559/stop-motion-light-painting/ How to create stop motion animation, using stills with light painting. Learn the step by step process to mastering this special effect. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/559/stop-motion-light-painting/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:42:54 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14612/ Last issue we talked about the powers of the slo-mo effect. This month we'll talk about using the wonders of manipulating time, with time lapse video. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14612/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/557/basic-special-effects/ We show you how to pull off two basic special effects using cross dissolves, overlays, cropping and layers. Both the Star Trek effect and the Multiplicity… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/557/basic-special-effects/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 26 Jan 2010 08:14:08 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/556/light-saber-fx/ We show you the step-by-step process of how to pull off the Light Saber special effect. Everything from building the Light Saber to Rotoscoping. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/556/light-saber-fx/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:31:51 PST http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/555/creating-design-elements-ink-spreads-and-ink-drops/ How to use everyday household items to create ink drop and ink spread visual design elements for titles and graphics. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/555/creating-design-elements-ink-spreads-and-ink-drops/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 12 Jan 2010 08:53:59 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14523/ Slow motion is when the playback of a video clip appears to be slower than the natural speed of the events. This illusion can be done in several ways. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14523/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14524/ Since digital audio only has a couple of major mathematical aspects, it won't be a stretch to cover it in one article. We'll try to keep the math to a minimum. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14524/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14113/ How to mix in extra sounds in your videos. Audio for video isn't just dialog and music. Sometimes we enhance the production with sound effects and other noises. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14113/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14251/ Even the best of us run into dilemmas when we edit videos. These getting started tips will make sure your entry to video editing is as smooth as possible. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14251/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.videomaker.com/article/14142/ We've seen lots of great updates in editing software this year on both the consumer and professional levels, giving the editor even more options to choose from. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14142/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14152/ Investing in the right audio recording software could mean the difference between a well-received message, or one lost in time. Tips for choosing audio… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14152/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14223/ So you've got a camera and you've gone out and shot some video with it. Sooner or later you're going to want to understand how to do Basic Video Editing. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14223/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14249/ The most common offender is the tip of a shotgun mic that has dipped into the shot from above. We also might see the edge of a light stand or a barndoor http://www.videomaker.com/article/14249/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14211/ Blu-ray Disc technology has taken its place as the vessel for viewing High Definition (HD) media. Blu-ray Disc creation is available now to everyone. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14211/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14109/ Tips on how to use fix problems in post production with editing software, plugins and a little time. So you can say -Don't worry, well fix it in post. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14109/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14210/ Title sequences contribute both information & atmosphere to a video. A stylish title sequence when properly executed, adds an immediate air of… http://www.videomaker.com/article/14210/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14247/ Smart producers are using online video collaboration to get fast feedback from their clients and to make adjustments without needing to meet the client. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14247/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Sat, 01 Aug 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/110/dvd-motion-menus-tutorial/ The goal of this tutorial is to demonstrate some basic tools in developing a DVD motion menu from scratch. In our example, the motion menu will play back for… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/110/dvd-motion-menus-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/111/burning-down-the-house-tutorial/ I like to use Visual FX to enhance the story I am trying to tell. If they have a purpose, make the shot look better and help tell a story, why not use them,… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/111/burning-down-the-house-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/112/natural-transitions-tutorial/ In the annals of cinema history, Thomas Edison is considered the father of the first motion picture cameras and his assistant Edwin S. Porter made the first… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/112/natural-transitions-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/113/2.5d-animation-tutorial/ The Polar Classic, by Mark Wickman, was the 1st Place winner in Videomaker's 2005 Short Video contest, in which Mark made an animated video, using still photos.… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/113/2.5d-animation-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/116/making-realistic-muzzle-flashes-tutorial/ Stop, or I'll Shoot! Have you ever wanted to have a gun in your film? What about a cool action scene with guns blazing, people running, dishes exploding and… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/116/making-realistic-muzzle-flashes-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/118/the-abcs-of-chromakeys-tutorial/ Without a doubt, you see chromakeys used countless times - probably every time you watch the news on TV - and perhaps you aren't even aware of it… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/118/the-abcs-of-chromakeys-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/119/the-sword-and-the-light-tutorial/ With the immense popularity of the Star Wars franchise, the light sword seems to have become the most recognizable special effect in cinema history. Immense… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/119/the-sword-and-the-light-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/126/perfecting-the-pan-and-scan-effect-tutorial/ Known as "The Ken Burns Effect", the Pan and Scan technique has become the norm when combining still photos with your moving images. This tutorial takes you… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/126/perfecting-the-pan-and-scan-effect-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/127/using-loops-to-create-original-music-tutorial/ Whether you want to build themes and variations for large-scale productions or as signature music for your promotional videos, make catchy music beds for 30-se… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tutorials/127/using-loops-to-create-original-music-tutorial/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:41:27 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/530/how-to-composite-video-for-inserting-backgrounds-in-sets/ Ever wonder how amazing backgrounds are inserted behind characters? This video will show you how to composite video so your characters can seamlessly move in… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/530/how-to-composite-video-for-inserting-backgrounds-in-sets/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 06 Jul 2009 19:07:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14209/ The super clarity of HD has image-sensitive personalities clamoring for a camcorder filter that can best smooth out their wrinkles and rough edges. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14209/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14246/ One strategy for editing is to do a "radio" edit. Focusing you cuts and the assembly of your timeline on the dialog places the content of the story. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14246/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/528/how-to-cut-video-transitions-for-action-scenes/ How to cut video for edit various types of action scenes. http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/tips-and-tricks/528/how-to-cut-video-transitions-for-action-scenes/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:26:52 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14245/ How to turn your sofa into a film school. The best film school is as close as your living room. Watch the best filmmakers do what they do best-make films. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14245/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/misc/146/adobe-after-effects/ Rain, fire, even a flock of birds can be easily controlled using particle software features without animating each element. Read the full article Adobe After&he… http://www.videomaker.com/video/watch/misc/146/adobe-after-effects/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 May 2009 07:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14207/ Tutorial on how to use After Effects Particle Playground to create animations. Particles can do more than just add sparkle to an effect. You can use them... http://www.videomaker.com/article/14207/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14115/ Video Media Archiving - investigating the best method for archiving the video... DIY Chroma Key Wall - inquiring about the chroma key green paint... http://www.videomaker.com/article/14115/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14145/ Computer animation has come a long way. Today, 3D animation software & 2D animation software are being combined to create complex title sequences. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14145/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PDT http://www.videomaker.com/article/14177/ Video recording is changing. Someday 8mm, VHS, Mini DV, Digital & Hi8 will be to video what vinyl records, 8-track and cassette tapes are to music. http://www.videomaker.com/article/14177/?utm_source=videomaker.com&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traffic&utm_content=/learn/post-production/rss/ Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PDT