April Update for EVF

It’s been awhile since I’ve just sat down and written. I’m through with my third cup of bad Keurig coffee, this export from Media Composer has another 20 minutes and a blank page is in front of me so why not give this a shot? I’ve been “gone” from Edit Video Faster officially since February … Read more

Stepping Away from Edit Video Faster

As I write this it’s 4:39am. I’ve been up since 4:00am fighting heartburn. Is it from dinner? Is it from last night’s whiskey? Is it because I’m turning 30 tomorrow and this is what getting older feels like? I’ve been attempting to write this post for months but haven’t been able to find the words. I can’t … Read more

Straight Up Hard Work

I had just turned 18. I was covered in a cold sweat from the February gymnasium air. I had my red, white and blue wrestling singlet on. My black Nike mesh shorts. My Asics black and white wrestling shoes tied way too tight like always. My headgear laid on the floor next to me as … Read more

Equipment You Need to be a Freelance Video Editor

This article walks you through all the equipment you need to be a freelance video editor. The equipment you need does not need to be expensive. Learn here!

8 Lessons from 12 Weeks of Freelancing

Today begins my by 13th week of freelancing. I’m (verrrrrry) far from saying I’m comfortable. However I’ve never been happier with my employment situation or made more money than I am at this very moment. I’ve also never had this much uncertainty on where I’m finding my paycheck each week or never worked so hard. … Read more

#first7jobs

Today it’s seemed like everyone has tweeted their #first7jobs. I of course joined the party. Bus boy (@BWingFactory!)WaiterConstruction CD store (for 3 days…)Video equipment checkout roomAssistant editor Editor #first7jobs — Josh Short (@editvideofaster) August 6, 2016 One of my first seven jobs was at a CD store while I was in college. Yes kids, music … Read more