[Kula]

I know there are loads of programs for editing video, but are there any that will let me change things like brightness, contrast, colour balance, etc. Freeware or dem's preferably, until I find something I like.

[xgerryx]

While you are waiting for an answer from someone experienced in video (not me) try windows movie maker, tools effects. Its not to specialized but there is a bit there worth having a play with.

[linskyjack]

Check out Sony Media's Vegas---they have a demo---probably a lot more then you need but it will allow you to pretty much do anything you want to your video.

[Mulderator]

Originally Posted by Kula

I know there are loads of programs for editing video, but are there any that will let me change things like brightness, contrast, colour balance, etc. Freeware or dem's preferably, until I find something I like.

You can try Sony, Pinnacle or ULead--I have used them all and they all do a pretty good job.

[DeuceXP]

Adobe has a product that will do exactly what you want.
Premire Pro 1.5
Now the bad news;
It is expensive
It is not intuitive
if you live in a small town, nobody amy be able to show you how to use it.
You find a way around that and not only will your video look good, people will pay you for expertise!
I learned it in College and it is the best tool for video editing I have found. I have made TV commercials with it.

[linskyjack]

No, you can get premiere pro elements--will give you all the basic fx's you need.

[Kula]

Thanks to you all for your advice. I've only just had chance to get back to the subject. Thanks again.

[ineedhelp890]

In my experience Pinnacle Liquid is the best choice for video editing. There is also a trial available. The downside is the price and like Premiere you have to know what your doing.