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Film Riot
Hannah Odebode

How Film Riot gets perfect 3D tracking using CamTrackAR

In Film Riot’s latest YouTube video, Ryan Connolly gives us the low-down on his experiences with our free iOS app CamTrackAR. From tracking a scene to creating a full-fledged project, Ryan walks us through how he used the app to ease the process of adding a 3D drone to a tracked scene. Read on to find out more about the neat things Film Riot has created using the app.
Hannah Odebode January 22, 2021
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Zoom
Hannah Odebode

How to edit a zoom recording

Learn how to take your virtual meetings to the next level with high quality visuals, fine-tuned audio and a flawless edit. Whether you’re using Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Discord, Skype, or any other video calling platform, we’ve got you covered!
Hannah Odebode January 21, 2021
WandaVision-inspired reality transition glitch effect
MCU
Oli Thompson

How to create a reality glitch effect

Learn how to create a reality-warping transition, perfect for switching between scenes or tearing a hole in reality, as seen in WandaVision, using mattes, distortions, and glows! This tutorial will be using HitFilm Pro but you can follow along in HitFilm Express if you have the VFX: Distortion pack, VFX: Retro 2 pack, and the VFX: Neon Lights pack.
Oli Thompson January 15, 2021
what does a video editor do?
HitFilm Pro
Mark Billen

What does a video editor do?

A career in video editing might seem exciting and alluring, but what is it exactly and what does take to become one? In this article we examine the role as defined by the film and video industry, with insights into the ideal software for developing such skills.
Mark Billen January 12, 2021
Filmmaking 101: Fundamentals of Filmmaking
Filmmaking
Mark Billen

How to make a short film by yourself

The idea of making your own short films or movies need not be a pipe dream. Don’t let a lack of budget or limited resources hold production back by getting creative with the shoot and discovering great software along the way.
Mark Billen January 12, 2021
Learn to make magic and wizard effects – Spellbound VFX masterclass
visual effects
Hannah Odebode

How to Create Scarlet Witch’s Magic Effects

Learn how to create Scarlet Witch’s dazzling magic effects using some simple grades, the Particle Simulator, and interactive lighting! Follow along for free in HitFilm Express or take it to the next level with HitFilm Pro.
Hannah Odebode January 8, 2021
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Javert Valbarr

Particle Effects: Become the Master

Our particle generator is world-leading technology. Learn how to create weather simulations and energy ball VFX by conquering physics-based particle simulation in HitFilm!
Javert Valbarr January 5, 2021
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Good causes
Hannah Odebode

FXhome’s New Year’s Wrap-Up

2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, so we wanted to end it on a high note with a video featuring our amazing community! Together, we’ve accomplished an huge amount this year. Read on to find out about the lovely things that have happened within our community!
Hannah Odebode December 31, 2020
Winter wonderland weather change VFX tutorial
particle simulation
Steven Spicer

Add snow to your videos with this snow VFX tutorial

Learn how to create a winter scene from everyday footage with some simple mattes, 3D camera tracking, and the Particle Simulator. Follow along for free in HitFilm Express or take it to the next level with HitFilm Pro.
Steven Spicer December 24, 2020