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WATCH MY NEWEST VIDEO HERE: • https://youtu.be/MeIiiVtwr70?si=68SWnCOHEiPObRsc 📖 VIDEO DESCRIPTION If you’ve ever lost your place inside a compound clip and wasted minutes scrubbing just to make one small change, this Resolve 20 update is the fix you didn’t know you needed. It’s simple, powerful, and it finally makes editing feel smooth again. ⏰ CHAPTERS 00:00 The Problem with Compound Clips in DaVinci Resolve 00:21 Update on Channel and Community 02:49 Compound Clips in DaVinci Resolve 19: The Old Way 04:10 DaVinci Resolve 20: A Game Changer for Compound Clips 05:06 How to use Compound Clips effectively 06:20 Benefits of Using Compound Clips for Editing Workflow 🎬 A Few Tools I Actually Use (and Recommend): Audiio – I use this for music and sound design. If you’re just starting out or need clean tracks fast, this is solid. Use code SAVE70 for 70% off your first year: https://audiio.com/partner?oid=1&affid=1800 Dehancer – My go-to for film emulation inside DaVinci Resolve. Use code LIGHTINSIDE to get 10% off: https://www.dehancer.com/ Qazi’s Toolkit – If you’re trying to level up your color grading and workflow, this thing is packed. Use LUKER50 for $50 off: http://waqasqazi.thrivecart.com/qazis-toolkit/?coupon=luker50 🙋‍♂️ ABOUT MYSELF I'm Luke Riether, President and DP at Light Inside Cinema Inc. We are a Nonprofit on a mission to give Veterans an outlet in the production industry. I have been personally in this industry for over 20 years and now it is time to pass the torch along. Lets grow together. Our Company: https://www.lightinside.tv MY DP Site: https://www.lukeriether.com SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightinsidecinema Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightinsidecinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/lightinsidecinema

WATCH THIS VIDEO NEXT: • https://youtu.be/d-3B3Gxh9Js?si=W_p9_2WtySP6cjum 📖 VIDEO DESCRIPTION I hit a breaking point and almost walked away from YouTube, here’s why I didn’t. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Overcoming Rock Bottom and Finding Purpose 01:41 Navigating Dips and Changes in the Filmmaking Industry 03:48 The Challenges and Burnout of Freelance Filmmaking 04:20 Your Unique Voice and Journey in Filmmaking 05:51 Inspiration from Filmmakers Who Overcame Obstacles 06:56 Reconnecting with Your Core Mission 07:35 Practical Steps to Stay Authentic and Connected 10:19 Finding Your Reason and Purpose in a Difficult Industry 🎬 A Few Tools I Actually Use (and Recommend): Audiio – I use this for music and sound design. If you’re just starting out or need clean tracks fast, this is solid. Use code SAVE70 for 70% off your first year: https://audiio.com/partner?oid=1&affid=1800 Dehancer – My go-to for film emulation inside DaVinci Resolve. Use code LIGHTINSIDE to get 10% off: https://www.dehancer.com/ Qazi’s Toolkit – If you’re trying to level up your color grading and workflow, this thing is packed. Use LUKER50 for $50 off: http://waqasqazi.thrivecart.com/qazis-toolkit/?coupon=luker50 🙋‍♂️ ABOUT MYSELF I'm Luke Riether, President and DP at Light Inside Cinema Inc. We are a Nonprofit on a mission to give Veterans an outlet in the production industry. I have been personally in this industry for over 20 years and now it is time to pass the torch along. Lets grow together. Our Company: https://www.lightinside.tv MY DP Site: https://www.lukeriether.com SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightinsidecinema Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightinsidecinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/lightinsidecinema

The creator economy is changing, and it's not looking good for many of us. From algorithm changes to demonetization, it seems like the platforms we rely on are turning against us. In this video, we're exploring the harsh realities of being a creator in today's online landscape. Is this the end of an era, or just the beginning of a new one? Watch to find out.

WATCH THIS VIDEO NEXT: • https://youtu.be/d-3B3Gxh9Js?si=KfKSgHwJHupAhAhD 📖 VIDEO DESCRIPTION Would movies be better if no one got paid up front or would the entire industry collapse under the pressure of unpaid labor and false promises? ⏰ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Hollywood Economics: Flipping the Script on Film Financing 01:54 The Allure and Pitfalls of Spec Work in Filmmaking 03:02 Legal and Practical Roadblocks to 'No Upfront Pay' Systems 03:52 Inequality and Exploitation Risks in Deferred Payment Models 04:54 Structuring Deferred Payment Contracts for Fairness 06:52 Real-World Examples: From Blockbusters to Indie Successes 08:05 Fair Pay: The Key to Sustainable Filmmaking 08:55 Valuing the Crew: The Foundation of Better Films 🎬 A Few Tools I Actually Use (and Recommend): Audiio – I use this for music and sound design. If you’re just starting out or need clean tracks fast, this is solid. Use code SAVE70 for 70% off your first year: https://audiio.com/partner?oid=1&affid=1800 Dehancer – My go-to for film emulation inside DaVinci Resolve. Use code LIGHTINSIDE to get 10% off: https://www.dehancer.com/ Qazi’s Toolkit – If you’re trying to level up your color grading and workflow, this thing is packed. Use LUKER50 for $50 off: http://waqasqazi.thrivecart.com/qazis-toolkit/?coupon=luker50 🙋‍♂️ ABOUT MYSELF I'm Luke Riether, President and DP at Light Inside Cinema Inc. We are a Nonprofit on a mission to give Veterans an outlet in the production industry. I have been personally in this industry for over 20 years and now it is time to pass the torch along. Lets grow together. Our Company: https://www.lightinside.tv MY DP Site: https://www.lukeriether.com SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightinsidecinema Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightinsidecinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/lightinsidecinema

The movie industry is facing an unprecedented crisis, with box office numbers plummeting and studios struggling to stay afloat. Join us as we explore the movie industry crisis and what it means for the future of film.

WATCH THE IN DEPTH TUTORIAL HERE: • https://youtu.be/Xjl6HBJyGz4?si=1Qy9qzxUnC7HG2g_ DOWNLOAD POWER GRADE & PRACTICE FOOTAGE: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1qdXIph4zrlg29x_anpEOymjeNoJVSMeu?usp=sharing 📖 VIDEO DESCRIPTION : What if one of the most legendary film looks in history The Technicolor’s 3-strip process could be recreated *digitally* inside DaVinci Resolve? In this video, I’ll show you how I simplified the most complex cinematic look ever made… into a powerful, modern workflow any colorist can use today. If you've struggled to get bold, rich, separated color in your footage, this is the video for you. ⏰ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Simpler Three-Strip Technicolor in DaVinci Resolve 00:48 Setting Up Color Space Transforms and Noise Reduction 02:23 Importance of Primaries and Linear Gamma 04:31 Creating a Film Look and Setting Up RGB Channels 05:59 Understanding Subtraction and Addition in Technicolor 07:33 Corrector Nodes and the Film Print Stage 08:48 Layer Mixer and Balancing Overexposure 10:03 Linear Gamma Adjustments and Color Balancing 12:10 Using Shot Deck and Photoshop for Reference Images 14:23 Importing and Assessing Reference Images in DaVinci Resolve 15:50 Adjusting Pivot, Lift, and Gain for Skin Tone Accuracy 17:40 Fine-Tuning Skin Tones and Vector Scope Analysis 18:39 Noise Reduction and Highlight Adjustments 20:24 Final Polish: Grain, Bloom, and Elation 22:31 Recap of the Three-Strip Technicolor Process 23:29 Step-by-step Node Review and Final Adjustments 🎬 A Few Tools I Actually Use (and Recommend): Audiio – I use this for music and sound design. If you’re just starting out or need clean tracks fast, this is solid. Use code SAVE70 for 70% off your first year: https://audiio.com/partner?oid=1&affid=1800 Dehancer – My go-to for film emulation inside DaVinci Resolve. Use code LIGHTINSIDE to get 10% off: https://www.dehancer.com/ Qazi’s Toolkit – If you’re trying to level up your color grading and workflow, this thing is packed. Use LUKER50 for $50 off: http://waqasqazi.thrivecart.com/qazis-toolkit/?coupon=luker50 🙋‍♂️ ABOUT MYSELF I'm Luke Riether, President and DP at Light Inside Cinema Inc. We are a Nonprofit on a mission to give Veterans an outlet in the production industry. I have been personally in this industry for over 20 years and now it is time to pass the torch along. Lets grow together. Our Company: https://www.lightinside.tv MY DP Site: https://www.lukeriether.com SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightinsidecinema Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightinsidecinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/lightinsidecinema

WATCH MY NEWEST VIDEO HERE: • https://youtu.be/xnBJCypYsLk?si=sfFbYEKSLXIqJWXU 📖 VIDEO DESCRIPTION Something’s happening in the film industry… and no one’s talking about it. ⏰ Chapters 00:00 The Film Industry's Silent Crisis: Budgets, AI, and the Vanishing Dream 01:52 Global Film Production: High Output, Shifting Landscapes 03:04 Hollywood's Fading Star: Rising Costs and the Freelancer Squeeze 04:55 The Freelance Job Crisis: Uncertainty and Vanishing Opportunities 07:00 Movie Theaters in Peril: The Streaming Revolution's Impact 09:07 Streaming Wars Aftermath: Cost-Cutting and the Fate of Original Content 10:46 AI's Disruptive Force: Transforming Filmmaking and Threatening Jobs 13:14 Global Filmmaking Shift: New Hubs and Increased Competition 14:16 Unveiling the Industry's Secret: A Painful Makeover and Uncertain Future 15:39 Adapting to the New Reality: The Film Industry's Earthquake 🎬 A Few Tools I Actually Use (and Recommend): Audiio – I use this for music and sound design. If you’re just starting out or need clean tracks fast, this is solid. Use code SAVE70 for 70% off your first year: https://audiio.com/partner?oid=1&affid=1800 Dehancer – My go-to for film emulation inside DaVinci Resolve. Use code LIGHTINSIDE to get 10% off: https://www.dehancer.com/ Qazi’s Toolkit – If you’re trying to level up your color grading and workflow, this thing is packed. Use LUKER50 for $50 off: http://waqasqazi.thrivecart.com/qazis-toolkit/?coupon=luker50 🙋‍♂️ ABOUT MYSELF I'm Luke Riether, President and DP at Light Inside Cinema Inc. We are a Nonprofit on a mission to give Veterans an outlet in the production industry. I have been personally in this industry for over 20 years and now it is time to pass the torch along. Lets grow together. Our Company: https://www.lightinside.tv MY DP Site: https://www.lukeriether.com SOCIAL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lightinsidecinema Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightinsidecinema TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/lightinsidecinema