Editing Softwares

I Can't Edit

   As I get ready to edit my film, I wanted to dedicate some time into looking at and trying different editing software's so that I can find one that's easy to use. As someone who's not the best at editing this part is very important because I don't want to be stressing out over how to use an app when I'll probably already be focused on and stressed about how to edit my footage together in a way that makes sense and is visually appealing. Thankfully, we've used a couple of different editing software's throughout the year and my teacher has also suggested us some.

    One editing app that we've previously used in my class is Clipchamp. This is a free app that comes with Office365, a website that my school offers to it's students. I have used this app before in previous class projects in which I had to edit footage together and create a soundscape. However, I've always had a group to help me edit on here. Nonetheless, Clipchamp is very simple and straightforward app, making it easy to use. Furthermore, since I already know how to export and adjust any videos or sounds, I'll probably end up using this app. Below this, I included a photo of a project I did towards the start of the year.

    The one thing that's stopping me from using Clipchamp is Adobe. This is the app that my teacher recommended for us at the beginning of the year because it's got everything we need and it's effective. The only reason we were introduced to Clipchamp was because there were some issues where some students weren't able to access Adobe or had to pay for it, when it should've been paid for by the school. That problem has now been resolved which is why I'm considering using this app instead of Clipchamp. In addition, I've used Adobe programs for other classes so even if I don't exactly know how to edit on it, I'm sure I would be able to easily adapt and learn to use it.

    Lastly, while reading an article by Young Hollywood entitled "The Best Filmmaking Apps and Tools for Aspiring Creators!" I came across an app called Filmic Pro. The article talks about how the app is very useful for post-production because it offers more flexibility with focus, exposure, color temperature. This would benefit me because I'll be able to create more diverse and interesting shots, which'll help me keep my viewer engaged in the film. It's available for mobile phones only which means I'll have to make the changes on a separate device before I send them over to my computer, where I'd like to do most my editing. The only downside is that the app costs money to use and since I already have other options that don't cost money, it's unlikely I'll choose this software.

    Overall, after looking into all the different editing softwares, I believe that I will be using and sticking to Clipchamp. I don't want to risk starting off with a new software when I already know one that works for me.