This step-by-step technique shows how to animate a line across a map using Motion 5.
This short video tutorial shows how to use the Precision Editor in FInal Cut Pro X.
Create a favorite effect – a traveling matte – in Final Cut Pro X using this step-by-step technique.
Learn three ways to separate a stereo audio clip into separate mono files in this step-by-step technique for Premiere Pro CS6.
In this short video tutorial, learn how to animate text on a curved path in Motion 5. (This works for Motion 4, as well.)
This step-by-step tutorial shows how to use the Luma key effect in Final Cut Pro X.
Here are three different step-by-step techniques you can use to hide a face – or anything else – in Final Cut Pro X.
This video tutorial shows you everything you need to know to create a great-looking key with Final Cut Pro X.
A step-by-step technique showing how to create a variable clip speed effect in Final Cut Pro X.
This is a short tutorial on how to modify and delete keyboard shortcuts.
Ten hidden interface shortcuts and techniques in Adobe Premiere Pro CS6.
A video tutorial on adding chapter markers and creating test movies using Compressor 4.
Here’s a detailed look at the new advanced chroma-key controls in Final Cut Pro X.
A fast trick to display and hear just one audio track in an interview.
Step-by-step tutorial on how to add 3D movement, keyframes, lights and color changes to a picture-in-picture effect in Smoke.
A series of techniques to replace, remove, or hide a clip in the Primary Storyline.
Final Cut Pro X now supports importing layered Photoshop graphics. This technique explains how this works – and recommended image sizes to use for images.
A step-by-step technique to motion track two clips using either Motion 5 or Motion 4.
Trevor Ward sent me his review of the Sony PMW-100 camcorder, based on his use at the London Olympics.