Lots of hidden and less-than–obvious keyboard shortcuts to modify, control and speed playback within Final Cut Pro X.
An illustrated tutorial on how to create MXF OP1a files using Apple Compressor, along with a description of what MXF OP1a means and where it is used.
An illustrated tutorial showing how to add burned-in timecode to video using Apple Compressor.
An illustrated tutorial on enabling burn-in Timecode in Adobe Media Encoder 2015 (or 2014).
In this short video showcase, Larry Jordan presents “Symbol Pop,” a new plug-in from Stupid Raisins that provides 192 animated, customizable symbols for Final Cut Pro X.
A short video demo, from Larry Jordan, of Frame.io collaboration software illustrating what it is and how it integrates with Final Cut Pro X.
A video compression speed test comparing Adobe Media Encoder 2015, with Adobe Media Encoder 2014 and Apple Compressor 4.2.
A detailed explanation of which video formats to use for presentation using a video projector. This considers both PC and Mac formats.
A detailed tutorial of the new Morph Cut in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2015, along with a discussion of the ethical issues in using it and tips to make it look the best.
In this short video excerpt, Larry Jordan illustrates the new Color workspace in Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2015, along with its outstanding new video scopes and amazing Lumetri color panel.
A short video demo showing how to move user-created presets from Adobe Media Encoder CC 2014 to Adobe Media Encoder CC 2015.
A short video demo showing how to send projects from Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2015 to Adobe Audition CC 2015, and how to send the final mix back to Premiere.
An illustrated, detailed explanation of how to deinterlace video using Apple Compressor 4.2.
In this short video demo, Larry Jordan explains when to use external vs. managed media in Final Cut Pro X.
A short video where Larry Jordan answers the question: “When should I use camera native, optimized or proxy media in Final Cut Pro X?”
A short Q&A session where Larry Jordan explains what to do when Final Cut Pro X thinks your hard disk is a camera.
A detailed look at the new ClipMic digital from Sennheiser, along with MetaRecorder from Apogee. Article includes sample sound files.
Brief book review of: “The Filmmaker’s Guide to Digital Imaging” by Blain Brown.
A detailed, illustrated explanation of how to automatically “duck” (reduce levels) of a music clip using a narration clip in Adobe Audition CC. This process is called “Side-chain effects processing.” This works with one or more tracks of music and one or more tracks of voice.
An essay on finding ways to set client expectations, and budgets, on creative projects.