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Looking for free action elements for your video projects? Want HUNDREDS of free action elements? Well, you’re going to love this.
- Adobe Premiere Elements 2019 simplifies the organizing and editing so you can have fun creating and sharing great-looking movies. Get a quick overview.
- Browse our collection of editable, easy to customize video templates. From broadcast templates to product promo, overlays and infographics.
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- Video Rendering settings control the picture quality, compression settings, and color depth that Premiere Elements uses when you play video from the Expert view timeline. To access Video Rendering settings, choose Edit Project Settings Video Render.
Whether you’re a video editor, VFX artist, or compositor, chances are you probably use elements on a regular basis. This is especially true if you are working on an action film. However, if you’ve done your research, you know that good action elements can be really expensive.
So, instead of breaking the bank, check out these 329 free action elements that are ready for download today. If you know of any more places to find great free action elements, please share in the comments below!
Download: 28 Muzzle Flashes
Created by:Footage Crate
These 28 muzzle flashes from Footage Crate can be easily downloaded and integrated into your video editing application. The only catch: you must create a free account in order to download more than two clips. All of the elements are 100% free!
Download: 72 Dirt, Fire, Flare, and Smoke Effects
Created by:Detonation Films
Don’t let the poor website design fool you, these 72 free action elements are great for VFX work. Much in-line with Andrew Kramer’s Action Essentials, these versatile elements come in a variety of types and styles. To download these elements, simply scroll to the bottom of the page and click the download link.
Download: 37 Fire/Explosions
Created by:Footage Crate
Very similar to the muzzle flashes, these fire/explosion elements from Footage Crate are 100% free and ready for download today. Simply create an account and receive unlimited downloads. Some of the elements are HD and some are SD, so you’ll have to sort through them.
Hint: Mousing over the thumbnail will reveal the resolution.
Download: 20 Free Muzzle Flashes
Created by: Easy CG Channel
These 20 free muzzle flashes come to us courtesy of Easy CG Channel on YouTube. Simply navigate to the video on the YouTube channel and click the download link in the description. The 20 muzzle flashes are spread out over a few videos, therefore you may have to search the channel to get the exact flash pack you want.
Download: 162 Explosions, Blood Hits, Dust Atmospheres, Etc.
Video Editing Photoshop Elements 4 Tutorial
Created by:Creating Film
The free stuff section of Creating Film is a great place to find free action elements for your next film and video project. All of the clips can be downloaded without any catch. Simply scroll your mouse over the video thumbnails and click “Save Link As” and save in finder.
Some of the elements are pre-keyed, and some are on a green screen. Simply key or set the appropriate transfer mode to integrate these elements easily into your projects.
Download: 10 Free Smoke Stock Videos
This awesome roundup features 10 places to find free stock videos of smoke on the internet. All of the elements are free, but you are encouraged to show the artist some financial love if you feel so inclined. Find the Free HD Stock Video: Smoke Effects link in the post and get even more free smoke elements!
Want even more free stuff? Check out a few of the following resources:
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Know of any other places to get free action elements? Share in the comments below.