Editing Tools - An introduction to the hardware required to transfer video from your camcorder to your computer and the software you need to start editing.
Capture and Organize - This segment introduces the various ways to connect your recording medium to your computer to capture video and how to organize them effectively.
Editing Techniques - Teaches you how to create compelling scenes, by editing a series of shots together into a seamless sequence.
Editing Audio - Covers tips and techniques for editing the audio portion of your videos - including adjusting natural sound, adding music and mixing narration.
Transitions - Helps you make good decisions about which transition effects to choose and which to avoid, so that your videos will look more professional.
Titles and Backgrounds - Simple tips and tricks to help you make effective titles for your videos.
Length: 30 min.
Advanced Video Editing (DVD)
You know the basics of editing, now learn some of the tips and tricks that can help you take your videos to the next level. The editors and experts at Videomaker have created this DVD to introduce you to the tools, techniques and technology you need to know to edit like a pro; including tips for top-notch titles, creative composites, cool color and speed effects.
Segments Include: Advanced Editing, The Art of Editing, Video Filters and Color Effects, Compositing, Titles & Graphics and Encoding & Output.
Length: 30 min.
The Art of Titles and Graphics (DVD)
Graphics and titles are often the last thing on a videographer's mind. But they should be considered from the start, so scenes can be shot to accommodate their inclusion. This program will help you understand what you need to know to make the most of this aspect of your production.
Segments Include: Intro to Titles & Graphics, Splash Screens & Opening Titles, Segment IDs, Lower Thirds & Bugs, Diagrams & Info Graphics and Credit Rolls & Crawls,
Length: 30 Min.
Creating Action Videos Tips & Tricks (DVD)
As an extra bonus, this DVD has some of our best associated articles (in .pdf format) for viewing on a computer. From shooting fight scenes to perfecting your action scene transitions, this collection demonstrates many ways to help you create and improve your Action Videos.
Segments Include: Shooting Fight Scenes, Gun Muzzle Flashes, Action Scene Transitions, The 24p Film-Look Effect, Compositing Sets with Images & Video and Camera Angles & Techniques.
Length: 28 Min.
Color Correction 101 (Digital Download)
This eDoc covers working with a Color Corrector 3-Way filter to isolate blacks, whites and mid-tones. Also discussed are Color Wheels, Luminance, Adjusting Color and Quick White-Balance Correction to keep images “TV-safe” (e.g., recover a blown-out shot) and how to “crush our black levels” for a stylized look.
Color Correction 201 (Digital Download)
Ever want to enhance a washed-out sky or push the color on a less-than-vibrant hill of grass? This eDoc covers working with Secondary Color Correction aspects such as Filters, Style and Color Enhancement.
