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(Mostly) Free Video Editing

Programs & Resources

Filmora

Filmora - A free editing software with a lot of great presets. This program is perfect for new editors but even a savvy editor can have fun and elevated projects with this software. There is a text, animation and sound package included and an option to upgrade.

IMovie

iMovie - A free editing software available on iphones and Mac computers. Great for beginners and for making simple quick edits. There is a text, animation and sound package included.

WeVideo

WeVideo - A free editing app available on phones, PC and Mac computers. This program is cloud based. You shoot video on your phone and upload the footage into your WeVideo App. When you open the project on your computer it is there waiting for you. Does not have reverse or a proper cropping tool. Upgrade option available.

CapCut

CapCut - A free editing app available on phones, PC and Mac computers. Great for editing on the run. If you like fan edits this program is loaded with great animated text and powerful preset transitions making beginners look like pros.

Final Cut X

Final Cut Pro - Is NOT a free editing software but has nearly all of the capabilities as pro editing software. The interface is very user friendly and as easy to use as a basic editing program.

Adobe Premiere Pro

Premiere Pro - Is NOT a free editing program. This is a professional level program. Premiere is a part of the Adobe Suite and works via "Dynamic Link" with other programs like After Effects. The user interface is complicated and you will need a teacher and tutorials to navigate the program.

DiVinci Resolve

DaVinci Resolve - Is a free editing program. This is a professional level program. The cool part is the option to make the interface look like Final Cut or Premiere. There is a learning curve to the program but it is free. Also known for its color grading capabilities.

Film and Television Lessons

Adobe After Effects

After Effects - Is NOT a free editing program. This is a professional level program. It can work with Premiere Pro via "Dynamic Link" as well as with other Adobe programs. The user interface is extremely complicated and you will need tutorials to navigate the program. Also, you should go in with a plan of what effect you would like to try, then practice executing that effect.

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Animoto - Is a free editing program but is more like an animated PowerPoint program. This is what we love about it. You can create animated title graphics over chroma key green or animated backgrounds for titles or bumpers in seconds. Super easy to use. The program leaves a watermark but it is easy to crop out. The program also has a lot of public domain images and music. Kicks Presentation up a knotch.

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Make them Scream! How to Make a Horror Film!

We are going to make a short horror film (2 - 5 minutes). Do your best to scare us!

With storytelling, music, timing, jump scares, and just enough information to keep that audience guessing, you can build tension, and suspense. The goal is to evoke audience emotion.

Use the 3-step production process:

1. Pre-production

Scripting, Wardrobe, Props, Casting, Locations Scouting

2. Production

Camera, Lighting, Location(s), Actors, Scene Coverage

3. Post-production

Editing, Title, Graphics, Music, Sound Effects, Credits

Things to think about:

Start with a great idea
Creative writing (Show more than you tell)
How do you build suspense?
What is a jump scare?
Are there other effects you can use? (Practical or digital)
Google make-up tutorials
Use costumes and props
Choose a great locations
Use smart / unique camera angles and great shot composition
Use lighting effects
Make sure your edit is clean
Watch audio levels
Use sound effects
Use copyright free / cleared music
Would the Chroma Key Effect be helpful

The MasterClass Article on Horror Films

Creating a Horror Film / Building Tension & Suspense

Tension:

Suspense:

Advanced Editing Technique to build suspense:

Writing Advice from Jordan Peele

How to Terrify the Audience

Elements of Suspense

Best Short Horror Films that will Inspire You:

See you next time on SCREENGOAT.

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