Digital Media Frequently Asked Questions

A real film would be mixed and “sweetened” in a different program than it was edited. A video editor would share a special file that translates the data from FCP X to Logic (or Premiere to Pro Tools, or DaVinci Resolve to Digital Performer, or any combination of A to B).

Follow these quick instructions to get started mixing your film like a pro!

A demo reel is a great way to quickly demonstrate your skills for potential employers, clients, or colleges. Here are some quick tips:

(you can also create one that demonstrates your musical work)

A demo reel is a great way to quickly demonstrate your skills for potential employers, clients, or colleges. Here are some quick tips:

(you can also create one that demonstrates your musical work)

A demo reel is a great way to quickly demonstrate your skills for potential employers, clients, or colleges. Here are some quick tips:

(you can also create one that demonstrates your musical work)

A real film would be mixed and “sweetened” in a different program than it was edited. A video editor would share a special file that translates the data from FCP X to Logic (or Premiere to Pro Tools, or DaVinci Resolve to Digital Performer, or any combination of A to B).

Follow these quick instructions to get started mixing your film like a pro!

You can change the length of a project in the project properties inspector.

If you want a project that is 30-seconds long, type “30.” In the duration box. The “.” Acts as a shortcut to fill out the frames. If you just type “30” you will end up with a project that is 30-frames long.

This is a great resource from Ripple Training. An overview of the color grading and color correction process. If you find other resources, please share them with the team on Basecamp!

A demo reel is a great way to quickly demonstrate your skills for potential employers, clients, or colleges. Here are some quick tips:

(you can also create one that demonstrates your musical work)

Sometimes I might suggest you check that your text is in the title safe zone. This almost always happens on the City of LS and LS Parks and Rec videos, but sometimes on other projects too.

Here’s a video that explains everything:

It sounds like you want to use an adjustment layer for an effect that covers multiple video clips in your timeline.

• Download the Alex4D Adjustment Layer from the Docs & Files > Adjustment Layer folder of the Digital Media Technology Basecamp HQ.
• Once it’s downloaded, double-click the .dmg file to open.
• Move the folder Alex4D Adjustment Layer to your user directory in the following location: Movies > Motion Templates > Titles

Here’s a short video that shows an adjustment layer in action. Let me know if you have more questions!