You can just cut back and forth between two sets of footage and not use a split-screen at all, but when you put two videos side by side, you create a sense of immediacy.

From imagery to music, there are a lot of components that go into creating a lyric video. Whatever you decide to add, make sure you aren’t violating any copyright laws.

Establishing shots are usually the first shot in a sequence and are often wide shots, meaning that both the subject and their environment are included in the frame.

A close-up shot influences the mood and meaning of a scene, it captures a human subject or object at close range and gives an intimate look at details they might miss.

An intercut in film or video is an edited sequence that snaps back and forth between two or more camera shots that show a different course of action.

Video cuts are used to edit transitions in films and videos, they play a key role in storytelling. It’s on the editor to choose the best types of cuts for the narrative.