Learning something new used to involve taking a class or reading a book. Still, these days there are at least a dozen how-to videos (tutorials) on just about any subject you can think of, allowing you to learn new skills at the drop of a hat. Still, at times it can be hard to sort the wheat

Halloween is approaching, so we’re taking a look at some of the ways sound effects and musical instruments are used in the genre. Together, these sound effects and musical instruments create tension, build suspense and terror and create fear and uncertainty. And you can find the perfect so

Whether you’re looking at how to make an IGTV video or IG Reels, putting the highest quality video on YouTube or just wondering about video resolution, video formats really matter. The problem is, we tend to find them a bit dry and boring, right? Most filmmakers don’t care so much about thi

Logo reveals come in all shapes and sizes, from paced cinematic logo animations to upbeat, speedy influencer indents. Whatever you need a logo indent for, you can’t go wrong with the fantastic assets available on Motion Array. So whether you’re just starting your editing journey

When talking about filmmaking, we tend to overlook the importance of audio and the critical role it plays in the final video. An average or even mediocre image can make a good video; bad quality audio will ruin even the best visuals. The power of music, voice and sound effects can take your

When your edit is finally complete and you’re ready to share your work online, the last thing you want is to wait hours just to upload. Whether to an audience, client, director or crew member, you might be hoping to present the very “best” version of your video file. Or ma

Codecs are the silent heroes of video production. While you apply creativity and practical skill to get the right shot or edit a video together, the codecs working in the background make capturing, manipulating and sharing those videos possible. However, many filmmakers don’t actually

Visual Effects are everywhere, from your latest Marvel movie to adverts we see on TV. Creating a world from scratch or taking actors from a green-screen studio to an alien landscape is an exciting and creative career. Still, it can be challenging knowing where to start. The first step is ch

What is dubbing? Audio dubbing is the process of replacing the original dialogue from your video or film with new audio. Unlike Voiceover, which plays over your videos but is separate from your content, audio dubbing aims to replace the dialogue as precisely and organically as possible. Th

Final Cut Pro X is an extremely attractive NLE choice for editors of all levels of experience, with a competitive cost ($299 with updates for life) as well as a feature-rich and user-friendly workspace. However, if you’re new to the program, and especially if you’re coming from

When we finish filming an interview, we know if we have gold for the edit or if the interview didn’t flow as we wanted. The editing process will allow you to make the interview shine, even if you think you don’t have the best footage to work with. It’s all in the ingredien

Filmmaking works best when the audience is made to feel a part of the story – to become immersed in the world of the characters. There is arguably no role more necessary to achieving this than the editor’s. Beautiful cinematography, masterful performances and thoughtful directio

Color Theory is all about understanding a viewer’s subconscious reactions to the colors you use in your videos. The theory tells us which color hues and values evoke a particular mood or atmosphere in a video. What is color theory? Color theory can be used to build your film world, cr

It always amazes me that viewers instinctively know when an edit works or doesn’t, even if they lack the terminology or expertise to express why. Whether or not you’ve considered “BPM” (beats per minute) in your own editing, there’s a good chance you intuitivel

The shift to mobile editing Filmmaking is a continuously evolving craft. We are more and more exposed to videos every day, making film grammar change and making it possible to tell stories in new ways. Sometimes, creators break the rules and establish a new way to shoot (Tarantino in the 90

Video entrepreneurs often find there is a lot of money to be made with how-to videos and video tutorials for a variety of blogs and web pages.  While a how-to sounds pretty easy to create, just picking up your camera and shooting is not the best way to tackle it. Quite frequently, a how-to or video

What do the owners of an online video business, an offline business, a freelance video professional and a video entrepreneur all have in common with YOU?  You ALL want to make the most money possible! What’s the best way to earn money through YouTube videos? Quite simply – by getting mor

There are a few things to be kept in mind when making a TV commercial; you have only a limited amount of time to effectively grab attention and get the message through. These 5 easy steps outlined below will ensure your commercials are well-executed and highly effective:Step 1: Decide To Whom You Ar

The latest trends in video marketing and visual storytelling have clearly shown a definite trend toward using animated videos – especially when it comes to making explainer videos. With their eye-catching visuals, interesting themes, and reality defying action, animated videos can easily grab 

I admit, I still chuckle and shake my head a bit when I see people carrying around their iPads and casually taking pictures of their vacation or shooting video with an iPad at their kids’ latest recital. I am reminded that, just a few weeks ago, an older lady was shooting video with an iPad at a wed