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Custom LUT Creation for Higher Education

Professional video production services

Custom LUT design for unique visual styles. — tailored for higher education professionals.

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Our Process

Three steps to your perfect video

01

Color Analysis & References

We review all footage, identify exposure issues, and define the target color palette with mood references and LUT exploration.

Technical details
Waveform/vectorscope analysis in DaVinci Resolve, reference frame matching, dailies review.
02

Primary & Secondary Grading

Shot-by-shot color correction for consistency, then creative grading with power windows and secondary adjustments.

Technical details
DaVinci Resolve Studio with calibrated FSI monitor, node-based grading, custom LUT creation.
03

HDR & Final Master

Broadcast compliance check, HDR/SDR delivery, and export of custom LUTs for your future productions.

Technical details
Dolby Vision/HDR10 mastering, Rec.709 and Rec.2020 delivery, .cube LUT package for on-set reference.

Good to know

Every project includes a dedicated project manager and clear milestones with approval checkpoints.

All final deliverables are yours — full ownership and usage rights included with every project.

Why Higher Education Needs Custom LUT Creation

In the Higher Education sector, professional video content has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. Whether you need promotional material, training content, or brand storytelling, Custom LUT Creation delivers measurable results that transform how higher education professionals communicate with their audience.

Specific Challenges for Higher Education

Grande école and business school video production is a high-stakes recruitment tool in a market where institutions compete for the same pool of top students with similar academic profiles. The differentiator is campus experience, career outcomes, and network value — all of which video conveys more effectively than brochures. Testimonial videos from successful alumni (naming employers, job titles, and salary progression) are the single most conversion-effective content type. Campus life content must showcase diversity, international exchange programs, and the social experience alongside academic rigor. Corporate partnership highlight reels demonstrating real consulting projects and internship placements prove the practical value proposition. Production quality expectations are high because these institutions charge 10,000-40,000 euros per year in tuition. Annual video budgets range from 15,000 to 80,000 euros, with open-day event coverage and admissions campaign films being the priority investments. The KPIs are application volume, yield rate (admitted-to-enrolled conversion), and international student percentage.

Video Challenges in Higher Education

Engaging the Digital-Native Learner

Education faces a fundamental shift: students now expect video-first learning experiences. 65% of people are visual learners, and video-based courses see 25% higher completion rates. Yet producing quality educational content at scale — across subjects, levels, and languages — remains a significant challenge for institutions.

Universities compete for students through campus tour videos and program showcases. E-learning platforms need engaging tutorials that maintain attention. Corporate training requires compliance-tracked modules that employees actually watch. Each context demands different production approaches.

Success Stories & Case Studies

University Recruitment Campaign

A business school replaced their print prospectus with a series of student life videos and virtual campus tours. Applications from international students increased 78%, and the cost per qualified applicant decreased by 45% compared to traditional recruitment channels.

Key Benefits for Higher Education

Learning Outcomes & Institutional Growth

Educational video delivers measurable impact: video-enhanced courses improve test scores by 20%, campus tour videos increase enrollment yield by 35%, and micro-learning videos reduce training time by 60% while improving knowledge retention by 25-60%. Institutions with strong video presence report 40% more organic applications.

Our Custom LUT Creation Process

Color Grading Process

1. Color Analysis: We review all footage, identify exposure/white balance issues, and establish the target look with mood references and LUT exploration.

2. Primary Correction: Exposure normalization, white balance correction, and overall color balance across all shots for consistency.

3. Creative Grade: Scene-by-scene color grading to achieve the desired mood, with custom power windows, secondary corrections, and film emulation.

4. Final QC: Broadcast compliance check (if needed), HDR/SDR delivery, and export of custom LUTs for future use.

What Makes Custom LUT Creation Unique

LUT creation builds a custom color lookup table that encodes your signature visual style into a reusable file — applicable in-camera, in editing software, or on set via a monitor. We design the LUT based on your reference images, brand colors, and target aesthetic, testing it across diverse skin tones, lighting conditions, and exposure ranges to ensure it holds up in real-world use. We deliver in .cube format (compatible with DaVinci Resolve, Premiere, Final Cut, and most cinema cameras) in both 33-point and 65-point resolutions. Turnaround is 3-5 business days. This is ideal for brands, creators, and DPs who want consistent color across shoots without re-grading every project.

What You Receive

You receive: color-graded master in ProRes/DPX, custom LUT package, before/after comparison frames, HDR and SDR versions, and color-consistent stills for marketing.

Technical Specifications

Software: DaVinci Resolve Studio, Baselight | Monitoring: FSI DM250, calibrated Rec.709/P3/Rec.2020 | Formats: ACES workflow, CDL, .cube LUT export | HDR: Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG

Getting Started with Custom LUT Creation for Higher Education

Ready to elevate your Higher Education brand with professional custom lut creation? Our team combines deep industry expertise with advanced production techniques to deliver content that drives real results. Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

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