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How to Learn Final Cut Pro

Learn the best ways to master Final Cut Pro through online courses, in-person classes, and self-paced tutorials. Improve your video editing skills today!

Jan. 27, 2023 • Joseph Nilo

Final Cut Pro is a powerful video editing software that has become an industry standard for professional video editors. It's used by filmmakers, television producer...

Google Search Console “Content Ideas” Released

Learn about "Content Ideas" in Google Search Console, how it can improve SEO & new content. Discover why it's considered "experimental".

Jan. 25, 2023 • Joseph Nilo

I received an interesting email this morning from Google Search Console . It announced an “experimental” new feature of GSC called “Content Ideas”. Clicki...

How to Create a Seamless Transition in Final Cut Pro (And Why You Should)

Learn how to create a seamless transition in Final Cut Pro and about some of the transitions that will make your timelines shine!

Jan. 24, 2023 • Joseph Nilo

Creating a seamless transition in Final Cut Pro is a crucial skill for any video editor to have in their toolkit. It’s the cherry on top of your edit, the magical glue t...

iMovie vs. Final Cut Pro

Learn the differences between the two video editing suites and discover which is best suited for your project's needs. Get all the info you need to make an informed decision - read now!

Jan. 15, 2023 • Joseph Nilo

When it comes to video editing software, two of the most popular options for both professional and amateur filmmakers are iMovie and Final Cut Pro. But how do you know wh...

Mastering the Essentials: A Beginner's Guide to Final Cut Pro Keyboard Shortcuts

Unlock the full potential of Final Cut Pro with our beginner-friendly guide to mastering essential keyboard shortcuts. Boost your editing efficiency today!

Jan. 11, 2023 • Joseph Nilo

If you're just starting out with Final Cut Pro X or if you're looking to streamline your video editing workflow, then you're in the right place. Whether...

Optimizing Performance in Final Cut Pro

Discover how to achieve top performance levels for your Final Cut Pro editing projects with these easy-to-follow techniques. Learn more about optimization strategies and tricks today!

Jan. 6, 2023 • Joseph Nilo

As a video editor, you know that performance is key. Whether you’re working on a short film, a music video, or a corporate video, you want your software to be able to kee...

My History With Final Cut Pro

Picture taken in the early 2000's - coloring a feature film in Apple Color (RIP) that was edited in Final Cut Pro 7.

Jan. 4, 2023 • Joseph Nilo

I've been a video editor for 20+ years. I've been through about all forms of video editing software in my career. I started with Final Cut Pro and have had an ...

How I Learned Python

In this personal blog post I cover my journey learning Python Programming and Django and cover some resources and tips that I learned along the way.

Dec. 27, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

It seems there are tons of people interested in learning the Python programming language. Whether you're interested in machine learning, web development, data sci...

Download Adobe Creative Cloud Apps

This article covers the Creative Cloud App, which is the nerve center for Adobe Creative Cloud on your Mac or PC.

Dec. 7, 2022, 7:26 p.m. • Joseph Nilo

Adobe Creative Cloud is a suite of applications from Adobe Systems that provides users with access to a collection of software for graphic design, video editing, web de...

The Ultimate Guide to the Premiere Pro Essential Sound Panel

Learn how to use the powerful audio tools in the Premiere Pro Essential Sound Panel to enhance the quality and clarity of your audio tracks. From adjusting the loudness and EQ to applying effects and mastering your audio, this guide will show you everythi

Dec. 6, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

They say an audience will forgive bad video quality but bad audio quality will make them turn off your video super fast. Though no replacement for professional audio ap...

iPhone DolbyVision HDR Workflow in Final Cut Pro

Have you ever wondered how to work with high dynamic range (HDR) footage from an iPhone in Final Cut Pro? Click through to see the video and read FAQ about HDR.

Dec. 5, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

iPhone DolbyVision HDR Workflow in Final Cut Pro This video was created for the FxFactory YouTube Channel. Video Transcript: In...

Adobe Fonts Frequently Asked Questions

Dec. 1, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

Adobe Fonts is a Typekit platform that allows you to buy and download fonts from some of the most popular type designers in the world. Whether you need a classic serif o...

Best Monitors for Video Editing

Are you looking for the best monitors for video editing in 2023? Our comprehensive review will show you the top models available, along with key concepts and features to watch out for when shopping.

Nov. 28, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

Video editors spend a lot of time worrying about hard drive space, GPUs, CPUs, RAM, etc., but what is more important for the visual medium of editing video than the monit...

Coinsmart Crypto Exchange Review

Is the Coinsmart Crypto Exchange Right for You? Find Out in This Comprehensive Review

Nov. 27, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

Thinking about using the Coinsmart crypto exchange to buy and sell your digital assets? Not sure if it's the right platform for you? In this review, we'...

Best Camcorders in 2023

Looking for the best camcorders available now to shoot high-quality video? Look no further. Click through to read my reviews and see the features of the best models.

Nov. 27, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

Everyone has a video recorder in their pocket built into their mobile phones, so it's easy to capture video on the run. But there are some great use cases for own...

Premiere Pro Transcription: The Ultimate Guide

This guide provides an in-depth look at how to use Premiere Pro for audio to text transcription and closed caption files.

Nov. 26, 2022 • Joseph Nilo

Transcription is becoming a more and more important part of the post-production workflow. Many video editors need to transcribe audio to create captions for compliance or...

The Ultimate Guide To Video Cropping

Learn how to crop your videos today with this guide! Includes information on the best online video croppers, how to crop different types of videos and more.

Nov. 18, 2022 • Joseph NIlo

Whether you're a pro video editor or simply shooting video on your phone, we've all been faced with the issue of needing to crop a video. Maybe you need to...