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Envato Elements Review
Finding royalty free stock images, stock videos, and stock music is a large part of my job as an editor in video production. I've tried a lot of different stock footage sites and wanted to give my detailed Envato Elements review.
Sept. 23, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
First things first, use this link to get the best deal on an Envato Elements paid subscription and support this blog. My Envato Elements Review is below. ...
Top 5 Best Best Buy Webcams
We are all using our Webcams more and more lately, whether video conferencing for work or school, or video chatting with friends or family, a quality webcam is essential for high quality video and a good experience.
Sept. 23, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
I've compiled a list of the best webcams available at Best Buy, and which webcams Best Buy customers often prefer. What should I look for when buying a computer c...
How to Add Transitions Between Video Clips in Adobe Premiere Pro
Video transitions are a vital part of the video editing process. They move the timeline along and add energy to your edit.
Sept. 19, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
The process of adding video transitions is simple but the "why" and "when" to add video transitions require a bit more explanation and experience edit...
Top 9 Condenser Microphones for Recording Voice and Vocals
Capturing the human voice is likely the first use of microphones when they were invented. Today we've got so many options from inexpensive to crazy expensive condenser microphones.
Sept. 16, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
Whether you need a condenser microphone for recording vocal tracks for your next hit song, to really up the quality of your voiceover recording, or accentuate your voice ...
Best Video Editing Software in 2022
Choosing the best video editing software can be a daunting task. But don't worry, I've got you covered! In this article, I'll be discussing the best options available right now and what to look for when making your decision.
Sept. 13, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
Best Video Editing Software in 2022 There are so many choices for video editing software these days. There are free apps, paid apps, subscription apps. It's hard for a video editor to make the de...
All About the Final Cut Pro Student Discount
Are you a student filmmaker? Here's everything you need to know about the Final Cut Pro student discount.
Sept. 6, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
Though my student days are long behind me, I remember wanting and needing to learn video production and professional video editing software. The cost of Pro Apps like Fin...
Belkin Wireless Charger Models Compared and Reviewed
Wireless charging and Qi enabled devices are all the rage right now. I've got wireless chargers all over my house, office and even in my car! I happen to like Belkin products and I've been buying them for years.
Sept. 1, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
This article will compare and review the wireless charging products from Belkin. TL;DR Quick Take Reviews: Best All Around Belkin Wireless Charger: ...
Adobe Creative Cloud Price Explained
Let's chat about Adobe Creative Cloud Pricing. Consider this your definitive guide.
Aug. 30, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
Full disclosure: this page includes affiliate links. Purchasing Adobe CC through these links will get you the best deal available and support this site. First things first: How ...
How I Create Mobile App Demo Videos in After Effects
Using affordable tools, it's pretty easy to make professional mobile app promo videos with 3D devices.
Aug. 26, 2022 • Joseph NIlo
In my almost 20 years creating mobile app promo videos for iOS and Android at HiLo Media , I've honed our workflow to the point where we can create 3D animated device app demo videos quickl...
Top Shutterstock Alternatives for 2022
The best Shutterstock Alternatives for images and video reviewed for 2022.
Aug. 24, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
In my career as a video production professional , I require and use a ton of stock photos and stock video footage in projects. I decided to compile this list of the top Shutterstock alternatives y...
Adobe Premiere Rush Frequently Asked Questions
This article covers a bunch of questions I found on Google about Adobe Premiere Rush CC.
Aug. 23, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
What is Adobe Premiere Rush CC? Premiere Rush is a cross-device and cross-platform simple video editing app from Adobe. It’s designed to make creating and sharing video ...
Color Grading in Premiere Pro - The Ultimate Guide To The Lumetri Color Panel
This is the ultimate guide to the Premiere Pro Lumetri Color panel and all things related to color correction.
Aug. 19, 2022 • Joseph Nilo
This article is the first part in a series on Color Correction in Premiere Pro. It will give you a tour of the Lumetri Color tools, go over all the settings, and introduce you to some important col...