[Ivan Eldredge]

Hello! First, you must create a solid blue background using a color matte and add it to a video track that can be used for adding backgrounds, then add the video on an upper track, apply Ultra Key to your video (Use different instances for each color you want to key out), use the eyedropper on each instance to select the red/yellow tone respectively, adjust the settings to clean up any rough edges, and that should do it.

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Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Yes! Please write me at the mentioned e-mail so we can discuss.
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Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Hello Mary!

I generally advise my students and fellow editors to hold off on upgrading to the latest version of software right away. It’s quite common in the software industry for new releases to come with bugs that can affect performance, just like you’ve experienced with Premiere Pro V24. It’s better to wait until those issues have been addressed in a stable version. Downgrading, like you’re doing, is often a smart move until you hear that a version is bug-free.

Regarding your issue with motion graphics not loading, it might be linked to the slow performance or incompatibilities with your system. Double-check that your system meets the required specs for V24, and ensure that any plug-ins or templates you are using are compatible with the new version. You could also try clearing the cache, which might help.

As for training, if you’re interested, I offer personalized Premiere Pro classes! I am a certified instructor and have taught professionals from corporate to government institutions worldwide. If you’re looking for tailored training, feel free to reach out to me at ivan@premieretraining.com.ec

Hope this helps, and good luck with your projects!

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Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Hi Shantal,

It’s possible to cut your video into exact 30-second segments, as Devrim suggested, by creating sequences in Premiere Pro. You can use markers or the In/Out points in the timeline to help with accuracy. However, this approach can still be somewhat time-consuming if you have a lot of clips.

For a faster method, you can use FFmpeg, a command-line tool that allows you to automatically split the video into 30-second chunks with precision. This is especially useful if you have large files. Here’s a command that will give you exactly 30-second segments:

ffmpeg -i source.mp4 -c:v libx264 -c:a aac -strict experimental -b:a 192k -segment_time 30 -f segment -reset_timestamps 1 -force_key_frames “expr:gte(t,n_forced*30)” output_%03d.mp4

While this process will recompress the file, ensuring that the cuts are precise at 30 seconds, it’s still faster than manually cutting everything in Premiere Pro, and you’ll get exactly what you need. You can adjust the audio from 192k to what you exactly need.

Hope this helps!
Best regards,

Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Ivan:

From my personal experience, even though 4K ProRes HQ only requires a certain bandwidth, most SSDs can handle, I would still highly recommend using proxies due to the huge amount of footage you’ll be working with. When you’re handling 30+ hours of 4K footage, proxies will make your workflow much smoother and less demanding on your system.

This need becomes even more critical when dealing with 8K ProRes HQ, where the data demands jump significantly. Proxies will help keep everything running smoothly, especially with such high volumes of footage.

Thanks, and good luck with the project!

Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Hi Amar,

Given the older version of Premiere Pro (CS6) you’re using and the nature of GoPro’s codecs, it’s likely that the issue arises from codec compatibility. Premiere Pro CS6 doesn’t natively support some of the modern codecs used by GoPro, especially the H.265 (HEVC) format.

To ensure compatibility and have a seamless editing experience, you will need to transcode your GoPro footage. This process converts the footage into something that Premiere Pro CS6 can handle more efficiently.

I recommend transcoding to the DNxHD or DNxHR family of codecs (ideal for PCs) as these provide high-quality performance while being less demanding on your system. This will help you avoid issues like slow playback or video not appearing properly.

You can use Adobe Media Encoder to handle the transcoding, which integrates well with Premiere Pro. However, if you prefer other options, HandBrake or Shutter Encoder can also do the job well.

Once your footage is transcoded, import it back into Premiere, and you should be able to edit without any issues.

Thanks, and good luck with your project!

Best regards!

Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Hello!

This issue often occurs when text is scaled, resized, or modified at the graphic clip level, rather than within the individual text layer. To address this, please ensure that adjustments to the text size or properties are made directly within the specific text layer in the Essential Graphics panel, instead of using the Motion settings.
Please check if this resolves the issue. Thank you!
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Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Hello Neil,

Here are a few ways to credit the authors of the images while minimizing distractions for viewers:

1. A credits screen at the end of the video.
2. On-screen overlays (Be mindful of where you place them, considering any overlays that your chosen social media platform may automatically add).
3. Including credits in the post description.

You can use one or a combination of these approaches, depending on what suits your needs best.

Best regards,

Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Hello Brett,

Have you tried using Photoshop’s “Layer Comps to Files” option? You can find it by going to File > Export > Layer Comps to Files. This will export each Layer Comp as a separate PSD, which you can then import into After Effects as needed.

Let me know if this helps!

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Ivan Eldredge G.

[Ivan Eldredge]

Hello Mary,

If you’ve saved your project in version 23.6.9, you won’t be able to open the same project file in an earlier version of Premiere Pro, as the software is only forward-compatible, not backward-compatible. If you don’t have a backup from an earlier version, you might want to search for ‘Premiere Pro downgrade tools’ online. These tools can help convert your project to a version that can be opened in an older release. However, please be aware that any features introduced in the newer version may be lost during the downgrading process.

Hope this helps!
Best regards,

Ivan Eldredge G.