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How to find the perfect Valentine's tracks to soundtrack your content

Valentine’s Day is coming up, and no matter how you’re spending it – self-love routines, hanging out with your bestie, or giving smooches to your loved one – you might be in need of some romantic tunes.

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Forces for Nature: Planet Earth seen through a creator’s lens

What would we see if we viewed life through the lens of five content creators who have dedicated their lives to documenting the conservation of our planet? Read on and find out.

Educational articles

What are J Cuts and L Cuts, and how can I use them?

J Cuts and L Cuts have existed in movies for nearly a century. They’re exciting, simple, and effective ways to make transitions pop. But what are they, and how can you use them to create killer content?

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How to edit video: 9 tips and tricks you need to know

Content creation is more accessible than ever, but that also means there’s more competition. Whether you’re a beginner or a novice wanting to up your game, here are nine tips and tricks to edit video like a pro.

The people of Epidemic Sound

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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What is lossless audio?

Lossless audio is widely available… but is it any good? What’s all the hype about, how high is the resolution, and can you even tell the difference? Read on to find out!

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How to start a podcast

Podcasting has divided audiences as its popularity rocketed. If you want to know how to start a podcast, here’s the info.

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How to make money on Instagram

If you ever wondered how to make money on Instagram, you’re not alone. The platform avoided creator monetization for a good while, but introduced more revenue-earning features in 2020. Here’s a guide on how to make money on Instagram.

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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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The 5 best animation software: From beginner to expert

Animation is more accessible than ever, but which software is best for beginners, intermediates, and experts? Here’s your guide.

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How to export your video from Adobe Premiere Pro

Once you’ve finished your awesome edit in Adobe Premiere Pro, you need to export the video. The interface can seem quite intense, but we’re here to guide you through each step.

Music trends articles

2022's music trend forecast

Another year is coming to an end, so we’ve asked our music curation experts to give us a forecast of the musical landscape of 2022.

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Top marketing tips for content creators

If you create content for a living, you’re a business. Every business has to grow to survive. If you want to know how to start and maintain that growth, read on!

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How to make money on Twitch

Twitch isn’t just a live streaming service – it’s a community. If you’ve ever wondered how to make money on Twitch, we've got you covered.

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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.

Educational articles

How to live stream

If you’ve ever wondered how to live stream on YouTube, how to stream on Twitch or Discord, or what gear you need, we’ve got the answers. Read on to learn everything you need to know.

Inspirational articles

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.

Educational articles

How much does a YouTuber earn?

If you want to start your own YouTube channel, you've probably asked: how much does a YouTuber earn, how do they get paid, and how much do they rake in per view?

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Can I download copyright-free music?

You’ve probably heard the term ‘copyright-free music.’ But where does that phrase come from, is it correct, and can you download ‘copyright-free’ background music for your content?

The people of Epidemic Sound

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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YouTube SEO: Everything you need to know

SEO is essential for website traffic. But did you know that it applies to YouTube? Discover how to optimize your YouTube channel to rank higher and pull in more viewers.

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What is film grain, and how can you use it in your content?

Once you dive into the world of content creation, film grain is something you might come across – but what is it? When people talk about film grain texture or film grain overlay, what do they mean?

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Your guide to lavalier microphones

When it comes to audio gear, there’s so much choice out there. One option is the lavalier microphone, or the ‘lav mic.’ In this guide, we’ll explain what a lavalier microphone is, what it does, who it’s for, and what the best kit for the job is.

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10 tips to get more subscribers on YouTube

There are more than 37 million YouTube channels online, and just a fraction rake in more than 1,000 subscribers. ​​So, how do you join them?