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Epidemic Sound Presents: Behind the Sound

At Epidemic Sound, we care about our artists. After all, without them, we don’t exist. They’re the lifeblood of our company, and as such, we spotlight them as often as possible. Here’s our latest celebration: our YouTube series, ‘Behind the Sound!’

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Adobe Premiere Pro vs. After Effects: Which is better?

What's the difference between Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects, and when should you use which software? Let's get into the nitty-gritty of Adobe's two frontrunner post-production apps.

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How the soundtrack can make or break your content

Music is one of life’s greatest joys. It soundtracks big-budget movies, video games, TV commercials, social media videos, digital ads… music is everywhere and everything, but what role does it play in content creation? Spoiler alert: bad music kills good video.

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How to use copyrighted music on Instagram

If you’ve ever wanted to use copyrighted music on Instagram, you’ve likely struggled to find the facts. Today, we’re giving you all the rules and requirements to use copyrighted music on Instagram.

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Faces of Epidemic Sound: Martina Levin

Epidemic Sound’s Fullstack Software Engineer, Martina Levin, fills in the blanks in this edition of 'Faces of Epidemic Sound,' where you'll get to know the people behind Epidemic Sound.

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How to establish your YouTube channel’s brand identity

Learn how to establish your YouTube channel’s identity with Adobe Stock, Epidemic Sound and Josh Olufemii.

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5 ways to edit cinematic footage with Adobe Premiere Pro

When you take the plunge into filmmaking and video editing, it’s tough to get a professional finish. Here are five tips on how to edit cinematic video with Adobe Premiere Pro and Epidemic Sound.

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How to match Adobe Stock footage with your own

Learn how to match Adobe Stock footage with your own content with Adobe, Epidemic Sound and Josh Olufemii.

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5 Adobe Premiere Pro transition effects you can try today

Learn how to create 5 simple, eye-popping transition effects with Adobe Premiere Pro, Epidemic Sound and Herman Huang.

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How to transition between songs in your video

Learn how to transition between songs in your video content with Adobe, Epidemic Sound and Josh Olufemii.

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How to create a week’s worth of social media content in a day

Learn how to create a week’s worth of social media content with Adobe, Epidemic Sound and Josh Olufemii.

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Faces of Epidemic Sound – Pride Edition: Camille Trombetti

Epidemic Sound Partnership Marketing Manager, Camille Trombetti, fills in the blanks in this Pride edition of 'Faces of Epidemic Sound,' where you'll get to know the people behind Epidemic Sound. Read on to learn more about how to build an inclusive culture, the queer future and more.

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Win big with the Epidemic Sound community challenge

Enter our Community challenge for the chance to win a Sony ZV-E10, an annual MasterClass membership, a free Epidemic Sound subscription and more.

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Here’s how barre3 nails workout music in 2022

If you’re looking for workout music in 2022, you can’t just use any old tunes. You need to motivate. Inspire. Give people a reason to get out of bed and start sweating! Fitness company barre3 does just that – here’s how.

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Introducing the new Epidemic Sound Community Program

We’ve launched the Epidemic Sound Community Program, which allows creators to level up their content and earn money. Read all about it here.

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Faces of Epidemic Sound: Olle Öberg

Epidemic Sound’s YouTube Manager, Olle Öberg, fills in the blanks in this edition of 'Faces of Epidemic Sound,' where you'll get to know the people behind Epidemic Sound. Read on to hear about his best tips for higher engagement and what you need to stand out on YouTube.

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How to create a killer video ad with Epidemic Sound

Is video ad creation part of your everyday life? Or would it be, if only you knew how to do it? Epidemic Sound’s Senior Video Producer lets you in on the secrets to creating the perfect video ad.

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Epidemic Sound’s music writing camp for women & non-binary artists

Epidemic Sound believes women and non-binary people must be present in every room. That’s why we’ve hosted a songwriting camp for 11 of our female and non-binary artists.

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Faces of Epidemic Sound: Valentin Prados

Epidemic Sound Content & Design Producer, Valentin Prados, fills in the blanks in this edition of 'Faces of Epidemic Sound'. Read on to hear about his creative process and how he sees the future of design.

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How to add voice-over to YouTube

Voice-over is a great tool to increase views and audience retention, but crafting a qualitative voice-over is essential. Here is how to add voice-over to YouTube.

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How to create a YouTube channel

If you want to start a YouTube channel and make a living from your content, you have hard work ahead of you. But it is possible. Here’s how to create a YouTube channel, what monetization looks like, how to build your fanbase, and more.

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How to use copyrighted music on YouTube legally

A common question for YouTubers is ‘what music can I use in my videos?' This article will answer this and all other related questions you might have. Let’s get into the nitty-gritty of using music on YouTube.

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Sound of 2021: Our most-downloaded music & sounds of the year

Epidemic Sound’s tracks are used by millions of the internet’s storytellers. Here are the top sounds our creative community chose to soundtrack their content during 2021.

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Faces of Epidemic Sound: Zerrin Sarac

Epidemic Sound A&R, Zerrin Sarac, fills in the blanks in this edition of 'Faces of Epidemic Sound,' where you'll get to know the people behind Epidemic Sound.

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What is the best streaming software?

Streaming is one of the most common ways to enjoy content today. But if you want to stream yourself, there are lots of options to choose from. So which software is the best choice for you?