It's Thanksgiving week here in the US. A chance to take stock of all that we are grateful for in our lives . Even in these contentious times, there is much we have to celebrate. Good news still abounds; though it is often obscured by the noise.
To help get us in the mood, my lead is a list of free - or important - websites for video creators. (If I forgot your favorite, let me know in the comments and I'll add it to the list.)
In the news:
As you might guess, the closer we get to the end of the year, the slower the news gets. Still, here's what's happening.
Audiio.com launched Audiio Pro (note the spelling). This provides an annual unlimited music & SFX subscription plan covering all commercial use and helps filmmakers from all ranges to take their projects to the next level.
Apple recently relaunched editor certification tests in conjunction with Future Media Concepts. Three tests are now available. While these won't help you find work, they'll help you convince clients you know what you are doing.
Peachpit is offering 40 - 55% off on all their software books - including mine. Buy one, save 40%. Buy two or more, save 55%. Use code: BOOKSGIVING.
EditMentor launched a new title explaining how to create successful videos for YouTube. Hosted by award-winning editor, Sven Pape, ACE, this workshop contains six video lessons.
Sescom Audio released the Wraith. This provides a clean, clear, noise-free boost to ribbon or dynamic microphones. These passive microphones sound great, but they often require more gain than a lot of mic preamps can give. Even when that gain is available, it often comes with an increased noise floor.
Avid renamed its Pro Tools Flex subscription plan for professional audio post to Pro Tools Ultimate. They also reduced the price to $599 annually.
BorisFX released Sapphire 2023 for Adobe, Avid and OFX workflows. New filters, new presets and a cool new effect called "PrismLens."
Filmworkz released an update to Phoenix, a suite of film and video restoration tools. Now faster than ever, it's available as a subscription. A free trial is available.
