Color Grading Tricks Filmmakers Don't Talk About

Struggling to make your videos look cinematic? You’re not alone. So many filmmakers and editors wonder why their footage looks dull, lifeless, or just off—even when they shoot in high-quality log or RAW formats. The secret? Color grading. But not just any color grading—cinematic color grading that enhances your visuals, creates mood, and draws the viewer into your story. Whether you’re shooting with a Canon, Sony, Blackmagic, or any other camera, these techniques will work for you inside Premiere Pro (or any editing software with color tools). 💬 What’s your biggest struggle with color grading? Drop a comment below—I read every one! This video was inspired by @JeramiJoseph 's request, so let me know what you’d like to see next. For Business Inquiries Contact: bruno@pozoproduction.com GEAR USED: Canon R5 Mark II - https://amzn.to/4f0gvqg Canon R6 Mark II - https://amzn.to/3Fg6JjD Canon RF 28-70mm f2 lens - https://amzn.to/46s1OaO Canon RF 15-35mm f2.8 lens - https://amzn.to/3PWg324 Canon RF 70-200mm f2.8 lens - https://amzn.to/3LCUPDO Rode Wireless Pro Mic - https://amzn.to/3LHhNKd Rode VideoMic NTG Shotgun Microphone - https://amzn.to/456j301 Lume Cube Studio Light Kit - https://amzn.to/45aZMur SD Cards - https://amzn.to/3TqK8Jt Color Grading LUTs I Use (Gamut.io): https://gamut.io/product/adagio/?gamut=brunopozo My favorite Affordable music library (Audiio): https://audiio.com/partner?oid=1&affid=1722 My favorite Expensive music library (Musicbed): https://fm.pxf.io/brunopozo Want to add that film look to your videos? Try Dehancer. Get 10% off with code BRUNOP: https://rb.gy/v1nfr Try VidIQ: https://vidiq.com/r?code=RRCfQG -- Connect With Me -- Instagram - https://tinyurl.com/bp4insta Tiktok - https://tinyurl.com/bp4real #colorgrading #colorist #filmmakers 00:00 - Intro 00:31 - The Right Order for Color Grading 03:51 - Shaping Light with Masks 07:54 - Creating Cinematic Color Contrast 09:57 - Using Curves for Dynamic Contrast 11:25 - Before & After Transformation *Some of the links and other products that appear in this video are from companies from which I will earn an affiliate commission or referral bonus from. The price won't change for you but It helps me out if you do choose to buy using these links. Thank you.*