Professional Video Editing
Video Editing Course
Master professional video editing from Basic to Advanced using Adobe Photoshop (Basic), Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, and Filmora. Learn editing, motion graphics, visual effects, color grading, and content creation through real-world projects. Perfect for beginners, freelancers, YouTubers, and content creators who want to build a successful career in video editing.
6 Month
DurationAll Levels
Level0+
Enrolled35+
ProjectsCourse Fee
Online
$20,000.00
Offline
$25,000.00
Course Curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Filmmaking & Video Editing
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Language of Cinema – Understanding the editor's role | Lecture | Slides & film examples |
| 2 | Video Specs Explained (Resolution, Frame Rates, Aspect Ratios) | Lecture | Specs cheat sheet |
| 3 | Hardware & System Setup (Scratch Disks, Proxy Workflows) | Workshop | PC/Mac config guides |
| 4 | Media Management – Folder Structures & Ingest Templates | Hands‑on | Template files |
Projects: Create a professional folder structure and ingest template for a commercial project.
Module 2: Cinematography & Camera Shot Design
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | The Shot Palette (EWS, WS, MS, CU, ECU) | Lecture | Shot comparison gallery |
| 6 | Camera Angles & Perspectives (Low, High, Dutch, Bird's Eye) | Workshop | Angle reference images |
| 7 | Rules of Composition (Rule of Thirds, Leading Lines, Framing) | Lecture | Composition overlays |
| 8 | Motivated Camera Movement (Pan, Tilt, Track, Dolly, Handheld) | Workshop | Movement examples & gear demos |
Projects: Shoot or storyboard a 10‑shot visual sequence demonstrating distinct shot designs and composition rules.
Module 3: Rapid Editing with Wondershare Filmora
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Filmora Interface Walkthrough (Media, Timeline, Preview) | Hands‑on | Filmora project files |
| 10 | Basic Editing Techniques (Trimming, Splitting, Ripple Editing) | Workshop | Practice footage |
| 11 | Enhancing Videos – Transitions, Titles, Stickers, Audio | Workshop | Asset library access |
| 12 | Instant Export Workflows (Rendering, Social‑direct Uploads) | Lecture | Export presets |
Projects: Edit a fast‑paced 1‑minute social media reel/short using Filmora dynamic assets.
Module 4: Adobe Premiere Pro: Interface & Timeline Mastery
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | Premiere Pro Environment (Source, Program, Project, Workspaces) | Hands‑on | Workspace layouts |
| 14 | Advanced Ingestion & Assembly (Bins, Color‑coding, Sub‑clips) | Workshop | Sample projects |
| 15 | Precision Editing Tools (Ripple, Rolling, Rate Stretch, Slip, Slide) | Workshop | Practice exercises |
| 16 | Keyboard Shortcuts – Custom Keymaps for Speed | Lecture | Shortcut cheat sheets |
Projects: Assemble a raw corporate interview and multi‑cam b‑roll sequence using keyboard‑driven shortcuts.
Module 5: Narrative Editing, Pacing & Continuity
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | The Continuity System (180‑degree Rule, 30‑degree Rule, Eye‑lines) | Lecture | Continuity breakdowns |
| 18 | Cutting Techniques (J‑Cuts, L‑Cuts, Match Cuts, Action Cuts, Jump Cuts) | Workshop | Cut examples |
| 19 | Rhythm & Pacing – Emotional beats, when to cut or hold | Lecture | Film scene analysis |
| 20 | Montage Editing – Thematic/Temporal Progression | Workshop | Montage templates |
Projects: Edit a cinematic dramatic sequence or travel montage maintaining seamless continuity and pacing.
Module 6: Audio Design & Sound Engineering
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | The Sonic Landscape (Dialogue, SFX, Ambient Noise, Music) | Lecture | Audio type examples |
| 22 | Audio Clean‑Up in Premiere (Noise Reduction, De‑esser, Compression) | Workshop | Audio repair presets |
| 23 | Sound Design Artistry (Risers, Hits, Whooshes, Atmospheres) | Workshop | SFX library access |
| 24 | Audio Mixing – Balancing, Loudness Standards, Ducking | Workshop | Mixing workflow guide |
Projects: Perform a full sound design and mix on an action sequence or movie trailer with zero primary dialogue.
Module 7: Text, Motion Graphics & Visual Effects
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Essential Graphics Panel – Titles, Lower Thirds, Credits | Hands‑on | Template files |
| 26 | Keyframing Fundamentals (Position, Scale, Opacity, Rotation) | Workshop | Keyframe practice |
| 27 | Temporal Interpolation – Ease‑in/out Curves for Smooth Motion | Workshop | Graph editor examples |
| 28 | Visual Effects & Time Modification (Speed Ramps, Freeze Frames) | Workshop | Time‑remap projects |
Projects: Design a custom YouTube/broadcast intro package complete with animated logos and dynamic lower‑thirds.
Module 8: Cinematic Color Correction & Grading
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Color Correction vs. Grading – Fixing Exposure, White Balance, Contrast | Lecture | Before/after examples |
| 30 | Reading Video Scopes (Waveforms, Vectorscopes, Histograms) | Workshop | Scope reference guides |
| 31 | The Lumetri Color Engine – Basic, Creative, Curves, Wheels, HSL | Hands‑on | Lumetri presets |
| 32 | Creative Styling – LUTs, Skin‑tone Preservation, Cinematic Moods | Workshop | LUT packages |
Projects: Color correct and grade a diverse set of Log/Flat profile clips to achieve a professional commercial look.
Module 9: Advanced Keying, Masking & Multi‑Cam
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | Chroma Key Processing – Ultra Key, Matte Cleaning, Light Wraps | Workshop | Green‑screen footage |
| 34 | Creative Masking – Transitions, Cloning, Adjustment Layers | Workshop | Mask exercises |
| 35 | Mask Tracking – Automated Tracking for Faces/Logos | Workshop | Tracking examples |
| 36 | Multi‑Camera Editing – Sync via Waveforms, Live Switchboard | Workshop | Multi‑cam project files |
Projects: Edit a green‑screen studio production, replacing the background with a realistic virtual studio environment.
Module 10: Export Settings, Platforms & Video SEO
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 | Compressions & Codecs (H.264, H.265, ProRes, QuickTime) | Lecture | Codec comparison guide |
| 38 | Targeted Exporting – Bitrate Strategies (VBR, CBR) for Web/Broadcast | Workshop | Export presets |
| 39 | Video Platforms Architecture – YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Reels | Lecture | Platform spec sheets |
| 40 | Video SEO & Optimization – Tags, Thumbnails, Descriptions, Metadata | Workshop | SEO checklist |
Projects: Optimize and export your final high‑resolution masterpiece tailored to 3 distinct social and broadcast specs.
Module 11: Showreel Building & Freelancing Career
| Class | Topic | Type | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | Crafting Your Showreel – Curating a 1‑2 Minute Industry Sizzle Reel | Workshop | Showreel examples |
| 42 | Freelance Marketplace Success – Fiverr, Upwork, Freelancer.com | Lecture | Profile optimization guides |
| 43 | Client Relations & Billing – Proposals, Pricing Tiers, Feedback | Workshop | Proposal templates |
| 44 | AI Workflow Automation (Adobe Sensei, ChatGPT, Auto‑reframe) | Lecture | AI tools list |
Projects: Build and launch your professional editor showreel and freelance portfolio page.