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SRT Caption Workflow From Final Cut Pro X to YouTube

This is an illustrated, step-by-step tutorial on how to import SRT captions into Apple Final Cut Pro X, enable them, trim them for time, export them as a stand-alone SRT file, then import them into YouTube.

How to Disable Drive Ownership in the macOS [v]

In this short video demo, watch as Larry Jordan shows how and why to disable drive ownership in the macOS for all external storage. (Yes, you should do this.)

Use Morph Cut with Green-Screen Media in Premiere Pro [v]

In this short video demo, watch as Larry Jordan shows how use a Morph cut with green-screen footage to fix jump cuts in Adobe Premiere Pro.

Apple Motion: Add Gradients to Layers [v]

In this short video demo, watch as Larry Jordan shows how to add and modify gradients to elements in Apple Motion.

Final Cut Pro X: A Faster Way to Set Durations [v]

In this short video demo, watch as Larry Jordan shows a fast way to set and modify durations for clips in the Browser and Timeline of Apple Final Cut Pro X.

Create, Import and Modify Closed Captions [v]

In this short video demo, watch as Larry Jordan shows how to create, import and modify captions in Apple Final Cut Pro X and Adobe Premiere Pro.

Premiere: Import, Modify and Export Captions

An illustrated tutorial on how to import, modify, adjust and export captions in Adobe Premiere Pro CC.

FCP X: Import, Modify and Export Captions

An illustrated tutorial on how to import, adjust and export captions in Apple Final Cut Pro X.

Create Adjustable Grids for Remote Performance Videos

An illustrated tutorial on how to create a grid in Motion that can be used in Final Cut, with adjustable line widths and color. These are very useful for performance videos.

Product Review: Simon Says On-Prem. AI Transcription for Mac and PC

Simon Says On-Prem is a secure, fast, and easy-to-use transcription system that supports all major NLEs. It’s designed for editors needing a high volume of accurate transcripts with absolute security. Here are the details.

Photoshop: Fast, Easy and Accurate Color Correction

This technique works as well or better than any other color correction technique I’ve seen in Photoshop in removing color casts. Best of all, it’s easy! (And, this also works inside Adobe Premiere Pro CC!)

Better One-Camera Editing Techniques

There are two single-camera editing techniques that drive me nuts: Shifting eye contact and unnecessary jump cuts. Here are techniques to solve both those problems.

FCP X: Organize a Library for Narrative Editing

Victor asked me to outline an organizational structure for narrative storytelling in Final Cut Pro X. While there is no “best” way, here is a system you can use and modify for your next project, with some very cool keyword tricks.

KEXTS are Going Away! What Does That Mean to Media Creators?

Apple is discontinuing KEXTS in a future version of the macOS. Here’s what you need to know now.

Premiere Pro CC: Multicam Cookbook

This “cookbook” is designed to provide a checklist to quickly create, view and edit multicam sequences in Adobe Premiere Pro CC.

Final Cut Pro X: Multicam Cookbook

This “cookbook” is designed to provide a checklist on how to quickly create, view and edit multicam clips in Final Cut Pro X, along with links to learn more.

Pointers to Look and Sound Your Best On Camera

Tips to improve how you look on camera, especially in home environments. Written by Jonathan Barkan.

Premiere Pro: Add Vertical Video to a 16:9 Timeline

An on-going challenge for traditional filmmakers is integrating vertical video into a horizontal timeline. Here’s a fast and easy option when you need something that looks good and need it right now.

FCP X: Add Vertical Video to a 16:9 Timeline

An on-going challenge that traditional filmmakers face is integrating vertical video into a horizontal timeline. While there is no “perfect” way to do this, here are two easy options to consider.

Apple Announces 90-Day Free Trials for Final Cut Pro X and Logic Pro X

Today, Apple announced that both Final Cut Pro X and Logic Pro X will offer 90-day free trials for all customers. Here are the details.