Hi everyone,
I am interested in possibly creating a special effects video. What kind of software does everyone recommend?

Thanks

Adobe Director

Sony Vegas.

Chris, Director is the first time I heard that suggestion so far. Can you tell me- is there a huge learning curve to it though?

I have heard of these things that you can buy called jump backs but haven't used them yet.

For once... I'm going to disagree with "The Guv'nr"

If you need to do special effects, it has to be Adobe After Effects...

premier pro or after effects will do

Google for after effects tutorials to find the best site about the subject.

Video - Co Pilot (didn't want to direct link it...)

Thanks Mike and Darren, thats the main resource I have been recommended elsewhere. Would you say there is a huge learning curve to these? Which one simpler and which is best to include things like Jumpbacks in?

What the hell is this?

Originally Posted by Stephan Smith

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Sony Vegas
VideoPad
CamTwist 2

are good for special effects.