Media Creation resources

Video / Image editing Software and tutorials

Although the scope of this guide does not cover the ins and outs of video / image editing, below you will find a useful list of resources and tools to help you create something truly unique! The list includes links to a selection of FREE / PAID media creation softwares and a number of very useful video tutorials to get you started even if you're a complete beginner. Quick tip: Check out the first two links (Software comparison videos) to get a quick feel for the best software for you. From there, you will find some tutorials below. If in doubt, head on over to youtube for more tutorials.

Disclaimer: SlingShot DAO is not the creator or owner of any of these resources. SlingShot DAO has no affiliation with these wonderful creators and software designers credited below. (Although we do love their work!) - Please use the provided links at your own discretion.

Software Comparison Videos	Source	Link
FREE video editing software options for PC & MAC	Youtube: Justin Brown	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bt6rcboQcGc
FREE photo editing software options for MAC & PC	Youtube: Be Productive	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MENsRGcZKc

Video editing Software	Paid / Free	Windows / Mac / Linux	Link
Adobe Premiere Pro CC	Paid	Windows / Mac	https://www.adobe.com/uk/products/premiere.html
Davinci Resolve 18	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux	https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve
iMovie	Free	Mac	https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/imovie/id408981434
OpenShot	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux	https://www.openshot.org/
VN Video Editor	Free	Windows / Mac	https://www.vlognow.me/
Kdenlive	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux	https://kdenlive.org/
Clipchamp Slideshow maker	Free	Windows 11	https://clipchamp.com/en/

Image editing Software	Free / Paid	Windows / Mac / Linux	Link
Gimp (Image editor like photoshop)	Free	Windows, Mac, Linux	https://www.gimp.org/
Adobe Photoshop	Paid	Windows, Mac	https://www.adobe.com/uk/products/photoshop

Tutorials	Source	Link
Master Smartphone Filmmaking In Just 20 Minutes	Youtube: Content Creators	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jg9B9DIFiOA
Adobe Premiere Pro beginners Tutorial (2 hour masterclass)	Youtube: Adobe Video & motion - Valentina Vee	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eDsvKwM40U
DaVinci Resolve 18 - Full Tutorial for Beginners	Youtube: Kevin Stratvert	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEksPdEc7aI
Gimp (photo editor) tutorial for beginners	Youtube: Kevin Stratvert	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LX-S1CX1HUI
Photoshop tutorial for beginners	Youtube: Envato Tuts+	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IyR_uYsRdPs
Midjourney (Ai Artwork generator) tutorial for beginners	Youtube: Spoon Graphics	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90tXPbyRGS8
How to make a slideshow with music and pictures	Youtube: Kevin Stratvert	https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMpKJNmrW3M