The first step to getting good audio is picking the right microphone. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of the boom mic and lavalier. If you have a production gig coming up, you’ve likely got your camera locked down and ready to go. Right? Everything is going to go flaw

Okay, enough time has passed and it’s officially here to stay. It’s time we learn how to use Instagram Reels. In almost equal popularity to TikTok, Instagram Reels now allows you to shoot, edit, and post videos entirely on Instagram—sixty-second videos, that is. This new feature

With these FREE transition packs for Premiere Pro, you’ll be ready to edit any type of energetic video. Download more than eighty assets below. Looking to add some extra colorful movement to your edit? With these FREE transition packs, you can pull off dozens of popular looks—fast-pace

Here’s a “real-world” guide on what to expect if you decide to start your own drone business in 2022. Pros and cons. Back in 2015, I decided to start flying drones commercially. The DJI Inspire 1 had recently been released, and it was clear that drones were going to open u

Do you dream of becoming a filmmaker . . . or an even better one? Here’s a list of the five best resources in 2022. It’s that time of year when people start thinking about goals to achieve after January 1. There are several popular, personal 2022 resolutions—such as prioritizing mental health

Let’s talk about how you can use Instagram to post images and video all from your desktop or mobile device. It’s no secret that Instagram is one of, if not the most, wildly used social media platforms in the world. It’s not hard to understand why either—there are several di

Trying to make quality videos but don’t own a camera? Unleash the filmmaking potential of your phone with these top gear picks. One of the biggest obstacles in filmmaking is accessing the right gear. Gear is expensive, and it usually takes significant investments before you begin makin

In this video tutorial, we’ll take a look at a simple way to make fill light (and lack of) blend easily into your shot. When we first learn about fill light in cinematography or photography, we’ll generally pick up the standard three-point lighting setup—a key light, a fil

With Halloween fast approaching, let’s take a look at how you can create an ominous atmosphere for your short film—using just one light. When we think about the core elements of horror lighting, there’s a lot of color to it. A bloody red for villainous moments, a sickly green fo

Learning how to use Final Cut Pro X is a craft that should be in every video editor’s skillset. Here are fifteen must-watch tutorials. Thanks to the NLE’s robust built-in features and effects, Final Cut Pro X is a user-friendly application through and through. Of course, unl

Color, footage stabilization, audio, fixing your project in post can be tricky. Here are a few FCPX tips that’ll help. One of the worst things you can hear on set is: “We’ll fix it in post.” But, how often does that actually happen where you’re left with a bunch

Let’s take a look at some Premiere Pro video features you may not be familiar with, and a few you might need a refresher on. Regardless of your experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, there’s always more to learn and discover, especially due to the constant software updates. On

New to the beautiful and terrifying world of video editing? Here are ten tips to reduce headaches and maximize your workflow. As an editor who’s been cutting for over a decade, there are a few things that I often see new editors get wrong—fairly regularly. This is mostly because when y

Want to add a spooky vibe to your next project? These 35 Halloween video clips won’t disappoint. Download them now for FREE! Go wild on your next Halloween video edit with Shutterstock’s Halloween Freebie Pack. The pack contains thirty-five loopable video clips, including character ani

Red, hot, and earry. Let’s fix those pesky ears with these quick tips in DaVinci Resolve. Video tutorial included! Several weeks back, I was working in the studio as a two-man band. While I was setting up the lights used to illuminate my presentational spot, I asked my colleague to act

Speed up your edit and improve the overall quality with seven FREE FCPX plugins that every video editor needs in their arsenal. We know where you might be right now—your client’s budget is completely blown and they’re not helping out at all. Well, we want to make sure you can sti

Getting your film out into the world can be tricky. That’s why we’ve put together some options for you—DYI film distributors. Ready or not, a new age of independent film distribution is upon us. Given the current state of . . . movies and theaters and streaming service and . . .

Tripods, light stands . . . a lot of gear and not enough space? Check out these clever DIY options to store all types of film and video gear. Given the advancements of video production and all the gear, everything from cameras to microphones are getting smaller, more compact, and easier to s

Whether it’s the filter you use or the frame rate you choose, something’s slowing you down. We can fix that! Here’s how . . . Nothing can replace filming done with intentionality and good planning. However, there are a few tricks to quickly improve your footage while y

Here are four simple tips to help documentary filmmakers complete their projects—including FREE assets and resources. Creating a documentary usually means a lot of work for very few people. Here, we share tips to help documentary filmmakers finish their projects. FREE assets and resources i