Motion graphics for talking-head videos: the 12-second rule
When to add motion graphics to a long talking-head video. Keep each layout under 12 seconds with full camera, zoom, and motion. Numbers from the REA episode.
CutZal Blog
The CutZal Blog records how DevBrother records and edits long-form YouTube videos with CutZal, plus editing know-how for talking-head videos like lectures, reviews, vlogs, and podcasts. Numbers come only from checked files and work logs, and every post lists its check date and sources.
From a 62-minute recording to 16 minutes: the REA edit
We recorded the REA video in two sessions (61:57 in total), cut it to 15:50 in CutZal, and published it 7 hours 45 minutes after the first take started.
From a 79-minute recording to 21 minutes: the REVIEW.md edit
The REVIEW.md video went from a 79:12 in-app recording to a 21:05 cut. Three-channel recording, 59 graphic scenes, human fixes, and four subtitle languages.