Free Video Editing Assets: 200+ LUTs, Transitions & Templates
Key Takeaways
- Over 200 free assets including LUTs, transitions, sound effects, motion graphics templates, and overlays
- All resources are royalty-free and compatible with Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects
- Curated from professional sources – no low-quality or watermarked files
- Ready to use immediately: drag-and-drop installation
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I’ve been editing video for ten years now, and one thing I’ve learned is that the right asset can save you hours. But buying packs adds up fast. A single LUT bundle can cost $50. A transition pack? Another $30. Multiply that by five categories and you’re looking at $300+ before your first cut.
So I started collecting freebies from reputable sources. Not the shady “download here” sites that give you malware. I mean real, pro-grade assets from creators who give back to the community. Below is my personal library – everything I’ve tested and kept.
Free LUTs (Color Lookup Tables)
LUTs are the fastest way to give your footage a consistent look. I’ve collected 45 free LUTs from three trusted sources:
- Ground Control Color – 12 free LUTs inspired by movies like *Blade Runner 2049* (teal/orange split) and *Moonlight* (desaturated blues). Works with Rec.709 and S-Log.
- Color Grading Central – 20 free LUTs including their “Teal & Orange” pack and “Vintage Film” set. Each LUT is tagged with the intended camera profile (Alexa, Red, Canon C-Log).
- Lutify.me – 13 free LUTs from their Essentials pack. These are neutral – good for skin tones without crushing shadows.
All 45 LUTs load directly into Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, and After Effects. No extra plugins needed.
Free Transitions (Video & Audio)
Transitions are the glue that holds your edit together. I’ve got 30 free transitions:
| Type | Quantity | Source | Compatibility |
| ------ | ---------- | -------- | --------------- |
| Seamless wipes | 15 | Motion Array | Premiere, Final Cut, After Effects |
| Glitch effects | 10 | Envato Elements Freebies | Premiere, After Effects |
| Audio transitions | 5 | Epidemic Sound | Any DAW |
The wipes are my favorite – they’re clean, no cheesy star-wipes. The glitch effects use displacement maps, so they work best on action footage. Audio transitions are simple fades and echoes, but they’re better than nothing.
Free Sound Effects (SFX)
Sound effects are often overlooked. I’ve got 80 free sounds:
- Zapsplat – 40 royalty-free sounds: footsteps, doors, punches, whooshes. All free under Creative Commons 0 (CC0).
- FreeSound.org – 30 sounds from verified users: ambient city, forest, water, mechanical. Filter by “commercial use allowed.”
- BBC Sound Effects – 10 high-quality nature sounds (rain, thunder, birds). These are from the BBC archive, so they’re pristine.
Total: 80 files in WAV format (48kHz/24-bit). Ready for Premiere, DaVinci, or any audio editor.
Free Motion Graphics Templates (MOGRTs)
Motion graphics templates are drag-and-drop animations. I’ve found 35 free MOGRTs:
- Premiere Bro – 20 templates: lower thirds (5), title animations (10), and logo reveals (5). Works with Premiere Pro 2020+.
- Motion Array – 10 templates: kinetic typography, callouts, and social media overlays. Compatible with After Effects 2021+.
- FreeVideoEditingTemplates.com – 5 templates: countdown timer, progress bar, and split-screen. Basic but functional.
These MOGRTs are fully customizable – change text, color, font, and duration in the Essential Graphics panel.
Free Overlays (Light Leaks, Dust, Grain, Lens Flares)
Overlays add texture and atmosphere. I’ve got 50 free overlays:
- Light leaks – 20 from PremiumBeat’s free pack (used in their tutorials). 4K resolution, 30fps. Subtle or intense – your choice.
- Dust and scratches – 10 from CinePacks. Real film grain, not digital noise. Good for vintage looks.
- Lens flares – 15 from RocketStock. Anamorphic-style flares with realistic colors (blue, orange, green).
- Grain overlays – 5 from Red Giant’s free collection. 35mm film grain, adjustable opacity.
All overlays are in ProRes 422 or H.264. They blend using Screen or Overlay mode.
How to Install These Assets (Quick Guide)
1. LUTs: Copy the .cube files to your LUTs folder (Premiere: `Documents/Adobe/Premiere Pro/.../Lumetri/LUTs/`). Restart app.
2. Transitions: Import the .prproj or .aep file. Drag the transition onto a cut in your timeline.
3. Sound effects: Drag the .wav file directly into your timeline’s audio track.
4. MOGRTs: Double-click the .mogrt file – it opens in Premiere’s Essential Graphics panel. Drag to timeline.
5. Overlays: Place the video file on a track above your footage. Change blend mode to Screen or Overlay.
FAQ
Q: Are these assets truly free? No hidden payments?
A: Yes. Every asset listed is free to download with no subscription required. Some sources (like Motion Array) require a free account, but no credit card. I’ve personally downloaded and tested all 200+ files.
Q: Can I use these in commercial projects (YouTube, client work)?
A: Most are CC0 or royalty-free. Double-check the license on each source. Zapsplat and FreeSound.org require attribution for some sounds. The LUTs from Ground Control Color are free for personal and commercial use. When in doubt, credit the creator.
Q: Do these work with DaVinci Resolve?
A: LUTs work in DaVinci (add .cube files to your LUTs folder). MOGRTs are Premiere-only. Overlays and sound effects work in any NLE – just import the files. Transitions may need manual adjustment in DaVinci (no drag-and-drop support).