Software Articles (Page 2)

• Animation
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• DVD Authoring
• Editing
• Plugins and Filters
• Scheduling, Script, Storyboard
• Sound
• Utilities

• Avid Media Composer 5 Advanced Video Editing Software Review
  February, 2011
  by Jennifer O'Rourke
  A powerful editing program that is the industry leader, with a media management system that invites extensive collaboration. This is a professional program…
• Sony Vegas Pro 10 Advanced Editing Software Review
  February, 2011
  by Brent Holland
  Sony Vegas Pro 10 is a powerful editing program and a worthy contender with enough features and control to suit any professional, but easy enough for beginners…
• Nero Multimedia Suite 10 Platinum HD Introductory Editing Software Review
  February, 2011
  by Mark Holder
  Nero took a great suite of programs and made it even better. Multimedia Suite 10 Platinum HD is a great choice at a great price for the beginning to…
• Adobe Premiere Elements 9 Review
  January, 2011
  by Douglas Dixon
  Adobe Premiere Elements 9 is a tool for "enthusiasts" that adds optimized HD editing, new effects, and more options to share.
• 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.
• Avid Studio Music Creation Systems with ProTools SE Review
  January, 2011
  by Doug Dixon
  This is a great way to expand from playing your own music to recording, editing, and mixing your own productions.
• Nero Multimedia Suite 10 Intermediate Editing Software Reviewed
  December, 2010
  by Mark Holder
  An acceptable video editor for the beginner. Much more than just a video editor, however, the average home user will find that Nero's Multimedia Suite 10…
• IK Multimedia T-RackS 3 Deluxe Review
  November, 2010
  by Mark Holder
  Whether you want transparency in your tracks or just a little character T-RackS 3 Deluxe delivers.
• Corel Studio Videostudio Pro X3 Intermediate Editing Software Reviewed
  November, 2010
  by Tom Skowronski
  Great editing program for beginners that should meet most of their needs. VideoStudio Pro X3 is a easy-to-learn alternative to other programs out there that…
• Audio Software Buyer's Guide
  November, 2010
  by Robin Rowe
  We took our query to the trenches to talk to some of the top film and television sound editors of today who spoke out about the tools they use and why.
• 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…
• Plug Ins: Imagineer Systems Mocha for AE Version 2, Digital Anarchy's Beauty Box and Singular Software PluralEyes Review
  September, 2010
  by Daniel Bruns
  These plug-ins will give video editors even more tools to make compelling videos that make people say, "How did they do that?"
• Adobe CS5 Premiere Pro and After Effects Review
  August, 2010
  by Brian Peterson
  Significant improvements to key performance areas make CS5 a must-have upgrade for serious video producers.
• Adobe CS5 Production Premium Overview Review
  July, 2010
  by Brian Peterson
  CS5 is among Adobe's most significant upgrades to the Production Premium bundle ever.
• Scriptwriting Software to Help you Write Videos
  July, 2010
  by Wynn Duncan
  If you want your production to rise above the competition, then a solid script and well-thought out storyboard should be an integral part of your production…
• Scriptwriting Software: Final Draft, Montage and HollyWord Review
  July, 2010
  by Julie Babcock
  Final Draft is a robust program allowing for seamless collaboration.Montage is highly intuitive and great for keeping script elements organized.HollyWord is&hel…
• Cyberlink PowerDirector 8 Intermediate Editing Software Review
  June, 2010
  by Derek Sine
  PowerDirector is great for short films and home movies, and an excellent program to grow on. It's a great intermediate editing program and holds its ground…
• Sony Sound Forge Pro 10 Audio Editing Software Review
  April, 2010
  by Doug Dixon
  Audio editing powerhouse - from raw audio to editing to mastering, including sound design, audio restoration, processing and effects, and even Red Book CD…
• Third-Party Plug-Ins
  April, 2010
  by Edward B. Driscoll, Jr.
  Looking for more production punch from your non-linear editing and motion graphics compositing program? Listed are numerous companies selling plug-ins to make…
• Corel Digital Studio 2010 Review
  April, 2010
  by Mark Holder
  Understandably lacking in higher end features Corel Digital Studio 2010 contains a nice mix of options for the home photo/video enthusiast.
• Adobe Story Online Scriptwriting Solution Review
  March, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  Keep your eye on Adobe Story as it matures into a polished application and is integrated with the Adobe Production bundle.
• Digidesign Mbox 2 with Pro Tools LE Reviewed
  February, 2010
  by Mark Speer
  Digidesign's upgraded Mbox series is a nice hearty platform for the audio editor looking to go pro but requires additional components to work best.
• Pinnacle Studio Ultimate Collection Version 14 Review
  February, 2010
  by Mark Holder
  Combined with its ease of use, powerful features, and a number of advanced enhancements Pinnacle's Studio 14 Ultimate Collection is an ideal choice for the…
• Apple iMovie '09 Video Editing Software Review
  January, 2010
  by Mark Montgomery
  iMovie '09 is a flexible video editing application that is ideal for starters or enthusiasts.
• Adobe Premiere Elements 8 Review
  January, 2010
  by Douglas Dixon
  Consumer video editing with impressive automated assists plus advanced features.
• Avid Media Composer 3.5 Review
  December, 2009
  by John Burkhart
  Avid breaks out with a solid release that adds many refined features to an already impressive editing palette.
• Media 100 Suite Video Editing Software Review
  December, 2009
  by George Robinette
  Now as a software-only application, Media 100 has some powerful tools that definitely make it worth a closer look.
• Apple Final Cut Studio Review
  December, 2009
  by Mark Montgomery
  Final Cut Studio can play well with the average editor and the high-end professional, making it a great choice for just about anyone who wants to create great…
• Edius 5 Non-linear Video Editing Software Review
  November, 2009
  by Mark Holder
  Edius 5 is a powerful editing program with excellent real-time performance and broad format support.