We have 5 New Storm cloud effects available for download. These overlay style effects are built with compositing in mind. Instead of containing an alpha channel (transparency) as most of our VFX assets do, these storm clouds come with a black background. Black backgrounds make it easier to adjust color and luminosity channels to fit […]
Download Crate’s Free Hologram Script here This Script has been updated for AE CC2021 on 12-17-2021 Create a Free or a Pro account, then simply click the link above to download! This script was built with an older version of After Effects, but is completely compatible. If you have errors appearing, please go to File […]
There are a variety of ways to connect Premiere Pro and After Effects. Premiere is used primarily for editing video and audio in a clean timeline. After Effects is most often used for Visual Effects and Motion Graphics. They are both available in the Adobe Suite and are essential tools for any video editors. 1. Replace with […]
So you’ve embarked on a video editing project at 60fps? Here’s a little thing you might want to know! For those who need an introduction, the “fps” refers to how quickly a video will switch between individual pictures to create the illusion of a movement, which begins at roughly 15 frames per second. So why […]
In this QSG, we look at working with audio for filmmakers, editors, and mograph artists. Here are the essentials you need to know to quickly create high-quality audio in Premiere Pro. Clipping is Bad Premiere Pro measures audio in decibels. The audio should never hit 0 decibels on the meter, which causes clipping. Clipping is […]
How I Mix Audio For Horror Films Using Logic Pro X Featuring Excerpts From The New SoundsCrate Horror SFX Library. While I use Logic Pro X you can replicate these techniques in other audio-editing software. In this article, I’d like to highlight some of my favorite features and benefits of Logic Pro X as it […]
Download Space and Nebula VFX assets here. Space scenes are the highlights of sci-fi movies, and following the success of films such as Guardians of the Galaxy and Star Wars, we want to help you build your very own interstellar wonders! We’ve just released an incredible bundle of 50 nebula matte-painting assets. These have all […]
Every industry has its yearly, go-to event, a time when the movers and shakers convene on the new-ness of talent or product. In comics: Comicon. For VFX and computer graphics: Siggraph. Gaming: E3. Consumer electronics: CES. I could go on — But have you ever heard of NAB? The National Association of Broadcasters trade show […]
Looping in After Effects has never been easier. There are tons of looping expressions and different ways you can get your footage or keyframes to loop. Remembering all the techniques can be tricky, so we decided to make the Crate’s Looper Script Download the 100% Free Crate’s Looper Script Here You must […]
Ever wanted to know how to make bouncy text in After Effects, per-Character, as quickly as possible? It’s really easy! The Text Animator in After Effects is actually quite easy to customize, with tons of hidden features. This is a great introduction if it is your first time using it. First off, type in your […]