Media Composer | Copy/Backup a Sequence with a SubSequence
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Media Composer | Copy/Backup a Sequence with a SubSequence

In this video I’ll show how you can create a subsequence to use as a copy or backup to try different things in without messing up or changing anything in the original sequence. This is a quick technique to use when you want to try something new with a sequence, but don’t want to affect…

Technique Using The Merge Color Correction Function For Episodes With Act Recaps
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Technique Using The Merge Color Correction Function For Episodes With Act Recaps

Our company has found a unique way to use the merge color correction function to assist in quickly completing recaps, cold opens, or any other repeated shots in your sequence! We hope this handy trick is just as useful for you. For our detailed tutorial on how to Remove and Merge Color Correction in Avid…

Using Clone and Tracking in the Paint Effect in Avid Media Composer
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Using Clone and Tracking in the Paint Effect in Avid Media Composer

In this Tutorial, we’ll show you how to use the clone tool to hide an element in your video. We’ll also cover how to track that clone if your clip involves movement. Media Composer 8.5.1 WEBSITE: http://redarrowindustries.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RedArrowIndu…

Media Composer | Edit PART of a sequence into another sequence
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Media Composer | Edit PART of a sequence into another sequence

In this video we will continue working with sequences in Avid Media Composer and I’ll show you how we can edit part of a sequence into another sequence. I am using Media Composer 8.6.3, you will see me editing a real video. There is no need to re-do work in Media Composer. If you have…

Creating Custom Workspaces in Avid Media Composer
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Creating Custom Workspaces in Avid Media Composer

Looking for a way to maximize your efficiency when editing in Avid Media Composer? Check out this tutorial on how to create your own custom workspaces with linked timeline views and map them to your keyboard. Software used: Media Composer 8.5.1 WEBSITE: http://redarrowindustries.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RedArrowIndu…

Media Composer | Edit a sequence into another sequence
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Media Composer | Edit a sequence into another sequence

In this video I’ll show you how we can edit a sequence into another sequence in Avid Media Composer. This is a great workflow to employ in order to reuse a basic layout or reuse several clips. There is no need to re-do work that you have already done. You will not impact the original…

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Let’s Edit with Media Composer – Creating Realistic Camera Shake

In this lesson, Kevin P McAuliffe takes a look at creating a realistic camera shake effect. The only problem is the best way to do the effect is in After Effects, so, how to you take that information, and transfer it back to Media Composer so you can use it as an effect? That’s where…

Let’s Edit with Media Composer – Finding Missing Master Clips
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Let’s Edit with Media Composer – Finding Missing Master Clips

In this lesson, Kevin P McAuliffe is addressing another issue that was asked about recently on the Avid Editors of Facebook page, and that is how to get back Master clips that have either been deleted, or are missing (for some reason), from your project. It can seemingly be a frustrating task to track them…

Changing A Sequence to Drop Frame in Avid Media Composer
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Changing A Sequence to Drop Frame in Avid Media Composer

This tutorial will explain the differences between drop frame and non-drop frame in a 29.97 fps project; as well as, showing you a quick way to swap your sequence over to drop frame. Software used: Media Composer 8.5.3 WEBSITE: http://redarrowindustries.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RedArrowIndu…

Effect Audio to Sound Like a Walkie-Talkie or Radio in Avid Media Composer
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Effect Audio to Sound Like a Walkie-Talkie or Radio in Avid Media Composer

In this tutorial, we will show you how clean audio can be altered to sound like it is coming from a walkie-talkie or radio. Software used: Media Composer 8.5.3 with the Symphony Option WEBSITE: http://redarrowindustries.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RedArrowIndu…

Remove and Merge Color Correction in Avid Media Composer with the Symphony option.
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Remove and Merge Color Correction in Avid Media Composer with the Symphony option.

This Tutorial will show you a way to instantly remove another editor’s color correction with a single click of the mouse. As well as, offer a quick way to copy color correction to a new or updated sequence with the Merge function in Avid Media Composer using the Symphony option. Software used: Media Composer 8.5.1…

How to Map Keyboard Shortcuts in Avid Media Composer
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How to Map Keyboard Shortcuts in Avid Media Composer

Like snowflakes, no two editors are the same! Mapping your keyboard to what works best for you individually is essential. Learn how to customize your keys so you can become a quicker and more efficient editor. Software used: Media Composer 8.5.3 WEBSITE: http://redarrowindustries.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RedArrowIndu…

Using Boris RED to Create White Flash Transition in Avid Media Composer
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Using Boris RED to Create White Flash Transition in Avid Media Composer

This tutorial will show you how to use Boris RED 5 to create an overexposed white flash transition, similar to what you would see in film editing, in Avid Media Composer 8. Software used: Media Composer 8.5.1 and Boris RED 5 WEBSITE: http://redarrowindustries.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RedArrowIndu…