Course Information: Advanced Video Editing Training
Description
This course provides a comprehensive study of Advanced Video Editing principles and techniques, and emphasizes on practical applications using standard
software tools used in industry. Students will explore fundamental editing concepts and apply them using software such as Adobe Premier Pro and Adobe
After Effects.Through hands-on projects and exercises, students will gain proficiency which will prepare them for a career in the field of Video Editing
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Video Editing
- Understanding the role of a Video Editor
- Evolution of Film and Video Editing
- Continuity and Montage Editing
- Overview of Tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effect
2. Understanding Editing Software Interface
- Importing Footage and Setting up a New Project
- Navigating through the Timeline, Media Bin, Tools, and Workspace
- Cutting, Trimming, Splitting, and Assembling Clips
- Organizing and managing Media Assets within the Project
3. Basic Editing Techniques
- Mastering the Timeline and essential Cutting Tool
- Adding Smooth Transitions such as Fade, Dissolve, and Wipe
- Syncing and adjusting Sound Levels, Brightness, Contrast,
and Color Balance
- Adding Simple Visual Effects and Text Overlays
4. Audio Editing and Enhancement
- Understanding Sound Design and Audio Layers
- Choosing and Integrating Background Music
- Fades, Crossfades, and other Audio Transitions
5. Advanced Editing Techniques
- Working with Multi-Camera Sequences
- Animation Basics for using Keyframes
- Adjusting Playback Speed for effects, and mastering advanced Video Transitions
6. Color Grading
- Understanding Impact of Color on Storytelling
- Difference between Color Grading and Color Correction
- Applying Look-Up Tables for Consistent Color Styles
7. Titles, Text, and Graphics
- Adding Titles, Text Creating Captions, Lower-Thirds, and Credits
- Adding Logos and maintaining Brand Consistency
8. Exporting and Rendering
- Exporting Formats and understanding Video Formats such as MP4, and MOV
- Difference between Compression Settings, Balancing Quality, and File Size
- Efficient Rendering Practices for faster Export
9. Final Project Review and Critique
- Final Editing of the Project
- Presenting the Final Project to Peer
- Getting Constructive Feedback