Video Editing Tutorials & Articles

A reference chart covering every major video resolution and aspect ratio used in 2025, from Cinema DCP to 8K UHD. Includes exact pixel dimensions for video editors, filmmakers, and content creators working across different formats.

Learn the basics of walk cycle animation with our simple guide. We cover the four main poses, how to show weight and personality, and how to animate people and animals.

New to video editing? This guide explains video aspect ratios simply. Understand key terms like DAR/PAR/SAR, common ratios (16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 9:16), their creative impact, editing techniques for mixed footage, safe zones, and delivery basics for web, broadcast, and social media.

Discover the Dutch Angle, a camera technique that tilts the view to create tension or disorientation. This guide explains its origins, psychological effects, common uses in films like The Third Man or Batman, variations, and tips for filmmakers.

Discover the key differences between technical color correction and creative color grading. This guide explains the goals, tools, and workflow for each process, helping video editors improve their skills and achieve professional, impactful results in their projects.

Understand chroma keying and the key differences between green and blue screens. This guide covers the pros, cons, technical aspects, and specific scenarios to help video creators choose the right background for their project, ensuring cleaner effects and better results.

Understand what a shot list is and why it's indispensable for any film or video production. This guide details its importance for communication and efficiency, breaks down its essential components, explains the creation process, and offers tips for effectiveness.

Explore the differences between H.264 (AVC) and H.265 (HEVC) video codecs. This guide covers compression efficiency, visual quality, performance demands, software compatibility, and practical scenarios to help video editors choose the right codec for their projects.

Need video editing software for your Mac? This guide compares Final Cut Pro (FCP) and Premiere Pro (PP) in 2025. We look at new tools, speed on new Macs, cost, how easy they are to learn, and how they work with other programs.

Discover the power of the movie montage with our simple film editing guide. Learn how this technique uses short, sequential clips to effectively compress time, show character development, or convey information quickly. Master this essential tool for impactful video storytelling.

Discover the difference between Vibrance and Saturation for adjusting color intensity in digital editing. This post explains how each tool works technically, their visual effects (especially on skin tones), ideal uses, software variations, potential issues, and how to use them together effectively for better results.

Choosing video editing software? This simple guide compares DaVinci Resolve and Adobe Premiere Pro. We explain the key differences in features like editing, color, sound, and effects, plus cost and ease of learning, helping you pick the best tool for your videos.

Explore J-cuts and L-cuts, essential video editing techniques known as split edits. Understand how they create natural dialogue, smooth transitions, enhance pacing, and add emotional depth by staggering audio and visual cuts.

ADR, or Automated Dialogue Replacement, is a crucial post-production process in filmmaking. This comprehensive guide explains why ADR is necessary, how it works, and its vital role in ensuring clear and impactful dialogue for a better movie experience.

Finding high-quality, budget-friendly video clips can be challenging. This post explores the 10 best free stock footage websites available in 2026, detailing their libraries, licensing terms, and unique features to help video editors source great content without cost.

Explore the split diopter shot, a unique cinematography technique using a special lens filter to keep foreground and background subjects in focus simultaneously. Learn how it works, why directors use it for tension or storytelling, and see examples from classic and modern films.

Stop guessing about SD vs HD vs UHD! This guide breaks down video resolutions (480p, 1080p, 4K) and explains why it matters for your Premiere Pro editing workflow, sequence settings, exports, and dealing with client requests. Get clear on pixels and performance.

Wondering when to use Premiere Pro or After Effects for your edits? This guide breaks it down with real examples, clear tips, and practical advice. Learn which effects work best in each app, when to combine them using Dynamic Link, and how to avoid common beginner mistakes.