By David Winter | | 2 minute read
JigSock's brief reign over Lightworks was a time of haunting tutorials and spooky editing guidance that left us with a legacy of editing expertise. This roundup unveils the unexpected gifts from our eerie overlord.
In case you're wondering what a 'JigSock' is, we'll let him explain in his own words...
The JigSock Saga: A Halloween Campaign RecapN.B.: JigSock was banished and prices reverted on November 2, ‘23.
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JigSock took control of our marketing channels for Halloween 2023, forcing our in-house editor, Chris, to face eerie video editing challenges. Now that the dust has settled and JigSock is gone, we've gathered the remnants of this bizarre escapade.
Despite the mean tone and sinister agenda, this collection offers valuable insights and tutorials for video editors, including well-timed jump scares and skilful VFX masking for adding ghostly figures. It is an essential compendium for creators.
Video Tutorials from the Editor's Crypt
How to Create a Jump Scare in Lightworks
Slice 1: From The Book of JigSock
Witness the birth of a heart-stopping jump scare in Lightworks. This tutorial delves into the art of timing, sound effects, and visual tricks to make your audience leap from their seats.
Using Masks to Create Ghosts in Lightworks
Slice 2: From The Book of JigSock
Evoke the ethereal presence of phantoms with Lightworks' masking tools. This guide will teach you how to layer, blend, and animate masks to conjure convincing ghosts that glide through your scenes.
Unleash Custom Fonts in Lightworks
Slice 3: From The Book of JigSock
Transform text into a character of its own by unleashing the power of custom fonts in Lightworks. Learn how to select and apply fonts that resonate with your project's mood and theme.
The Book of jigsaw: an lwks Short Film
Unearth the essence of our JigSock saga with this chilling short film. It distils the narrative portions of JigSock's tutorials into a suspenseful and oddly touching story.
Blogs to Bewitch the Editor's Mind
7 Deadly Video Editing Sins (and How to Atone for Them!)
Uncover editing missteps and redeem them with sage advice to elevate your craft beyond cuts and transitions.
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Why Most Filmmakers Fail at Jump Scares! Don't Fall Into The Trap!
Discover what makes a truly spine-chilling jump scare in this insightful exploration of horror's most effective technique.
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5 Ghostly Milestones That Haunted Cinema
Uncover the spectral steps that inspired haunting moments in cinema. Learn how past innovations can enhance your current editing projects.
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A Horde of Free Fonts for Your Video Editing
Enhance your storytelling with the perfect typography. This blog helps you explore a curated collection of free fonts and use them effectively to captivate and communicate with your audience.
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JigSock Slices Through LWKS Team's Horror Picks
Explore our favourite horror flicks with the LWKS team to uncover valuable editing lessons. It's a fun, educational, and slightly mean tour into film editing, combining terror and insight.
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