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Community-driven resource recommendations tap into the collective expertise of your group, giving everyone access to tried-and-true tips and tools they might otherwise miss. When members share resources they genuinely use, it builds trust and encourages others to participate, fostering a culture of knowledge exchange instead of simple information consumption.
Asking members to explain why a resource is useful personalizes the experience and highlights practical value. This not only adds context but also helps others understand how to apply the resource in their own workflow. Over time, regular resource sharing transforms your community into a living library that evolves with the industry.
What is one video editing plugin you could not live without? Share the link and why.
💡 Example: "What is one video editing plugin you could not live without? Share the link and why. For me, it's Neat Video for noise reduction."
Have you found a YouTube tutorial that changed your editing process? Drop the link and your key takeaway.
💡 Example: "Have you found a YouTube tutorial that changed your editing process? Drop the link and your key takeaway. The Premiere Pro transitions guide really improved my work."
Share your favorite free sound effects library for editors. How do you use it in your projects?
💡 Example: "Share your favorite free sound effects library for editors. How do you use it in your projects? I love freesound.org for background noise."
Is there a color grading LUT pack you recommend? What makes it stand out for you?
💡 Example: "Is there a color grading LUT pack you recommend? What makes it stand out for you? FilmConvert LUTs always give me cinematic looks."
What editing software do you use and why did you choose it over others?
💡 Example: "What editing software do you use and why did you choose it over others? I picked DaVinci Resolve for its free version."
Recommend a resource that helped you master keyboard shortcuts. Link it and share your favorite shortcut.
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource that helped you master keyboard shortcuts. Link it and share your favorite shortcut. This blog post lists all Premiere keys."
Have you used any stock footage sites with great free options? Which one and for what kind of projects?
💡 Example: "Have you used any stock footage sites with great free options? Which one and for what kind of projects? Pexels is my go-to for B-roll."
Share a book or eBook that improved your video editing skills. What did you learn?
💡 Example: "Share a book or eBook that improved your video editing skills. What did you learn? The Grammar of the Edit gave me new perspective."
What online course or class on editing would you recommend to beginners? Why?
💡 Example: "What online course or class on editing would you recommend to beginners? Why? I think Skillshare's intro to FCPX is solid."
Do you have a favorite template or preset pack? Drop the link and tell us how it elevated your work.
💡 Example: "Do you have a favorite template or preset pack? Drop the link and tell us how it elevated your work. I use MotionArray overlays for quick intros."
Recommend a must-follow social media account or channel for video editors.
💡 Example: "Recommend a must-follow social media account or channel for video editors. I love Peter McKinnon for creative tips."
What blog or website do you read for industry news? How does it help you stay updated?
💡 Example: "What blog or website do you read for industry news? How does it help you stay updated? I check No Film School daily."
Share a resource that helped you understand video codecs and export settings.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that helped you understand video codecs and export settings. I learned a lot from this Vimeo blog post."
Is there a podcast you listen to for editing tips or inspiration? Share the name and a favorite episode.
💡 Example: "Is there a podcast you listen to for editing tips or inspiration? Share the name and a favorite episode. I recommend the Rough Cut podcast."
Which community or forum do you visit for troubleshooting? What makes it helpful for you?
💡 Example: "Which community or forum do you visit for troubleshooting? What makes it helpful for you? Reddit's r/editors has fast replies."
Drop a link to a tutorial that helped you fix a common editing mistake.
💡 Example: "Drop a link to a tutorial that helped you fix a common editing mistake. This video on fixing shaky footage was a lifesaver."
Have you used any free or open-source editing tools? Which would you recommend and why?
💡 Example: "Have you used any free or open-source editing tools? Which would you recommend and why? I like Shotcut for basic edits."
Share a resource that helped you improve your storytelling in edits.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that helped you improve your storytelling in edits. This masterclass on editing for emotion was eye-opening."
What mobile app do you recommend for quick video edits on the go?
💡 Example: "What mobile app do you recommend for quick video edits on the go? I use InShot when I need to edit on my phone."
Is there a resource that helped you understand aspect ratios and framing?
💡 Example: "Is there a resource that helped you understand aspect ratios and framing? This article with visual diagrams cleared things up for me."
Have you come across any time-saving batch processing tools? Share your favorite and how you use it.
💡 Example: "Have you come across any time-saving batch processing tools? Share your favorite and how you use it. I love using Adobe Media Encoder for batches."
Recommend a resource for learning video transitions. How did it impact your editing style?
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for learning video transitions. How did it impact your editing style? This video gave me ideas for smoother cuts."
What online group or Discord do you use for quick editing help? Drop the invite link if possible.
💡 Example: "What online group or Discord do you use for quick editing help? Drop the invite link if possible. The DaVinci Resolve Discord is super active."
Share a resource that improved your audio editing or mixing skills.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that improved your audio editing or mixing skills. This tutorial on equalization was a game changer."
Have you found any tool that simplifies captioning or subtitles? How effective is it?
💡 Example: "Have you found any tool that simplifies captioning or subtitles? How effective is it? I use Kapwing for quick captions."
What resource do you recommend for learning about copyright and fair use in editing?
💡 Example: "What resource do you recommend for learning about copyright and fair use in editing? This YouTube lawyer explains it well."
Share your favorite color correction tutorial or cheat sheet.
💡 Example: "Share your favorite color correction tutorial or cheat sheet. I use this printable PDF for quick reference."
Is there a productivity app or tool that helps you organize editing projects? Tell us how you use it.
💡 Example: "Is there a productivity app or tool that helps you organize editing projects? Tell us how you use it. Trello helps me manage deadlines."
What resource helped you speed up your edits without losing quality?
💡 Example: "What resource helped you speed up your edits without losing quality? This quick cuts tutorial was helpful."
Have you found a video compression tool that keeps quality high? Share it and your export settings.
💡 Example: "Have you found a video compression tool that keeps quality high? Share it and your export settings. Handbrake works well for me."
What newsletter do you subscribe to for editing updates or inspiration?
💡 Example: "What newsletter do you subscribe to for editing updates or inspiration? I read Frame.io Insider every week."
Share a must-read thread or post from another editing community.
💡 Example: "Share a must-read thread or post from another editing community. This Reddit AMA on film editing was brilliant."
What resource helped you learn about color spaces and gamma settings?
💡 Example: "What resource helped you learn about color spaces and gamma settings? This tutorial explained REC709 vs. sRGB."
Have you used any AI tools for video editing? Share your experience and a link if possible.
💡 Example: "Have you used any AI tools for video editing? Share your experience and a link if possible. Runway ML has some cool features."
Which export preset or template do you recommend for YouTube uploads?
💡 Example: "Which export preset or template do you recommend for YouTube uploads? I use the default Premiere YouTube HD preset."
Share a resource that helped you with multicam editing.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that helped you with multicam editing. This Lynda.com course saved me hours."
What is the best online marketplace for video assets you have used? Share your favorite asset.
💡 Example: "What is the best online marketplace for video assets you have used? Share your favorite asset. Envato Elements has great lower thirds."
Recommend a resource for learning motion graphics or animation for editors.
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for learning motion graphics or animation for editors. School of Motion is my favorite."
Is there a resource that made you rethink your editing workflow? Share what you changed.
💡 Example: "Is there a resource that made you rethink your editing workflow? Share what you changed. This video on proxies sped me up."
Share a resource that demystifies frame rates and their impact on editing.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that demystifies frame rates and their impact on editing. This Vimeo guide made sense of 24fps vs. 30fps."
Have you found any must-have editing hardware? Share a review or buying guide.
💡 Example: "Have you found any must-have editing hardware? Share a review or buying guide. This monitor roundup helped me choose."
To use these templates, simply copy and paste your preferred prompt into your community platform, adjusting details as needed. Encourage members to add links, screenshots, or short stories about how the resource helped them. Pin or highlight popular resource threads to keep valuable posts visible and inspire ongoing sharing. Rotate prompts regularly to maintain fresh engagement and reach different experience levels.
These templates are designed for all platforms. For best results, use clear formatting, add relevant tags or topics, and encourage members to include direct links. On forums, pin key resource threads. In chat-based communities, use threads or channels dedicated to resource sharing for easier discovery.
Aim to use these prompts once a week or biweekly to keep sharing active without overwhelming members.
Encouraging explanations adds value and context, but keep it friendly and low-pressure to invite wider participation.
Tutorials, plugins, templates, workflow tools, and industry news are consistently helpful for all skill levels.
Pin or feature popular threads, create a summary post, or add top resources to a shared library or doc.
Yes, these prompts are designed for forums, chat groups, Discord, Facebook, and more.
Start with low-barrier prompts, offer positive feedback, and highlight that all suggestions are welcome no matter how simple.
Yes, as long as you disclose if a resource is paid and encourage members to mention free alternatives if possible.