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ScreenFlow on OSX (Mac) works fantastic + will only set you back $100.
The real perk with ScreenFlow is rendering, as ScreenFlow is a true multithreaded codebase, so will use available cores on your machine to speed up render/export time.
Also ScreenFlow far surpasses FCP + Camtasia for audio quality.
Hi! I've been creating short videos for promotions and presentations.
For video editing, you can use Camtasia while for the easiest video production app, you can use Biteable. You can see my sample portfolio in my profile.
I hope I can talk to you and offer more advises and answers to your questions.
Thank you very much!
Regards,
Allan
Windows Movie Maker is a classic. It's incredibly simple, and while it is limited, if you're just looking to splice some clips, occasionally add in a photo or some music or a title screen it's incredibly easy to use and works. They may not have it available for official download anymore but you can find it online and it's free.
Something more advanced that's free and awesome as well is a program called HitFilm Express. It may not be quite as good as some of the more expensive paid softwares but it's probably good for what 99% of people need to do.
Typically if you're only just getting started in video production or video marketing, there's three options (ranked by order of learning curve):
1. Adobe Premiere Rush (fast, easy and powerful)
2. Final Cut Pro X (recommended for short to long term)
3. Adobe Premiere (very powerful functionality)
Our agency uses Premiere for every single video project we've produced. We normally need more functionality than what Rush can provide because of the specific nature of our client requests and project constraints.You can see some of the projects we've created with Premiere here: https://vidico.com
If you do decide to go with Premiere, we've written on a few techniques that will help you with editing: https://vidico.com/news/5-effective-video-editing-techniques-every-marketer-should-know/
Let me know if you need any help with above.
For creating YouTube videos similar to Your Youniverse and YouAreCreator, there are several great free tools you can use. Here are a few recommendations:
DaVinci Resolve: This is a professional-grade video editing software available for free. It offers a wide range of features, including easy transitions, audio editing, and on-screen text.
HitFilm Express: Another powerful free video editor that includes various effects and transitions. It's user-friendly and suitable for both beginners and advanced users.
Shotcut: A free, open-source video editor that supports a wide range of formats and provides numerous features for video editing, including transitions and text overlays.
Lightworks: A professional video editing software with a free version that includes essential features for creating high-quality videos.
For easy transitions between images, adding your voice, and displaying transcription on the screen, these tools should be more than sufficient.
Additionally, if you’re interested in learning more about video editing and possibly developing your own video editing app in the future, you might find this blog useful: https://www.cleveroad.com/blog/how-to-make-a-video-editing-app/. It offers a comprehensive guide on the process and might provide you with some valuable insights.
Good luck with your YouTube channel!
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