Finding new ways to make your videos look fresh can always be tricky. You don’t want to overuse the same effects in all of your videos, and you also don’t want to be using the same editing tools as everyone else to make sure that your video stands out. Today, we’re going to be taking […]
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The Complete Guide to Keyframes in After Effects
Hey everyone, welcome to FilterGrade. In this video, we’re going over what keyframes are and how to use them, specifically in After Effects. Let’s start with the basics of what a keyframe is. A keyframe is a point that determines certain attributes of a clip. This could be a clip’s position, scale, opacity, rotation, and […]
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How do you make laser blasts, explosions, epic space backgrounds, and alien monsters? Well, when you have the power of After Effects plugins, a lot of the hard work has already been done for you! There is no need to reinvent the wheel when great tools already exist. These are some of the best sci-fi […]
Continue readingTop 10 Best Android Apps for Video Editing
Hey everyone, welcome to FilterGrade. In this video we’re talking about 10 of the best video editing apps available for your Android phone. Mobile video editing isn’t for everyone, but is incredibly useful for people without a powerful desktop computer, people who are editing for social media, or for people on the go who don’t […]
Continue readingHow to Make Transitions in After Effects
Hey everyone, welcome back to FilterGrade. Today we’re going to be talking about creating and exporting your own transitions in After Effects. Some transitions can’t really be exported because you need to use the footage itself to create an effect, but today we’ll be showing you the kind of transitions that can be exported, and […]
Continue readingThe 15 Best Lower Thirds Templates for Documentaries
Lower third texts are essential for documentaries. Whether you need to display a name, place, date, time, or key information these elements are a must. Aside from the basics, these elements need to capture your viewer’s attention without distracting them. Creating lower thirds text can be time-consuming especially if you want them to be animated. […]
Continue readingThe BEST Lens Filters For Protection and Special Effects
Your lens is a pricey investment and you want to do what you can to keep it in prime condition. Filters serve this purpose, but they can double as a creative accessory that enhances your images as you shoot, too. From highlighting light beams to adding warmth and depth there are many things a filter […]
Continue readingHow to Use the Essential Sound Panel in Premiere Pro
The essential sound panel in Premiere Pro is where you’ll edit all of your audio tracks. It is a tool taken from Audition, the creative suite tool that specializes in audio editing. This panel gives you access to various filters, mixing techniques, and simple controls to adjust levels and effects. The entire panel is based […]
Continue reading5 Tips for Making EPIC Reels on Instagram
Instagram reels are fairly similar to TikTok videos, allowing you to create 15 seconds videos with music, text, GIFs, and more. Businesses, influencers, and marketers have begun using stories as a way to attract new audiences, get their viewers engaged, and strengthen their brands. If you have been hesitant to get started with IG reels […]
Continue readingThe Basics of Blender 2.9 Tutorial
Blender is an awesome 3D modeling tool, and the best part is that it’s free. In this video, we’re going to cover the basics of Blender, including how to set up a project, add elements to it, and ultimately render your 3D art. To start, go to the Blender website, download Blender, and install it […]
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