
Advanced Video Editing Techniques
Work with complex timelines, sound design, color grading, and motion effects.

Track
Digital Designing
Level
Advanced
Language
English
Duration
60 hours
Learning Mode
Learn at ALC or at Home
Introduction
- In this course, you will learn to:
- Define the core functionalities and applications of Camtasia for video editing
- Demonstrate setting up projects, importing files, and creating motion banners in Camtasia
- Organize and manage files efficiently within Camtasia’s environment
- Recognize the benefits of using collaborative tools in video editing projects
- Operate Camtasia for effective screen recording and integrate these recordings into projects
- Examine advanced editing techniques and the importance of version control in Camtasia
- Compare Camtasia’s features with DaVinci Resolve to understand their distinct applications
- Identify and apply intermediate editing skills and audio mixing techniques in DaVinci Resolve
- Categorize color grading and green screen processes in DaVinci Resolve for enhanced visual storytelling
- Construct compelling motion graphics and visual effects using DaVinci Resolve’s Fusion
- Summarize ethical practices in video editing, focusing on copyright and intellectual property rights
- Explain the concept of video optimization and its impact on the viewing experience
- Compare different video codecs and formats to identify the balance between quality and file size
- Create engaging thumbnails and categorize the importance of metadata for video discoverability
- Apply SEO strategies, utilizing keywords and descriptions to enhance video visibility.
- Assess the effectiveness of using various social media platforms for video promotion and audience engagement
- Summarize the methods and considerations of video monetization, focusing on copyright and licensing
- Identify how Content ID works and its role in managing copyright for online videos
- Develop an online presence strategy that ensures consistency and effectiveness across platforms
- Explore various career opportunities in video editing, reflecting on industry demand and personal interest
- Organize a professional portfolio that effectively showcases one’s strengths and style in video editing
- Summarize foster collaborations and understand its impact on career progression
- Examine continuous learning to enhance skills and stay current with video editing trends and technologies
What you'll learn ?
- At the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Interpret the functionalities of Camtasia and its impact on video editing efficiency and effectiveness
- Construct a workflow within Camtasia to create, import, and organize projects, showcasing technical proficiency
- Utilize Camtasia’s tools to assemble motion banners, demonstrating creativity and skill in combining various elements
- Assess the effectiveness of file organization and asset management strategies within Camtasia projects
- Compare collaborative editing tools and techniques, identifying best practices for enhancing teamwork in video projects
- Operate Camtasia’s screen recording features and integrate these elements into broader video projects
- Examine and implement advanced editing techniques and version control within Camtasia, emphasizing methodical and precise editing practices
- Differentiate between Camtasia and DaVinci Resolve, understanding each tool’s unique strengths and applications in video editing
- Develop intermediate editing skills in DaVinci Resolve, applying complex functions such as markers, sub clips, and audio mixing
- Design color grading and green screen interventions in DaVinci Resolve, demonstrating an ability to enhance visual appeal and narrative consistency
- Create advanced motion graphics and visual effects in DaVinci Resolve’s Fusion, showcasing innovation and technical skill
- Formulate ethical considerations in video editing, emphasizing the importance of copyright compliance and intellectual property respect
- Interpret the principles of video optimization to enhance user engagement and viewing experience
- Assess and compare different video codecs and formats to determine the optimal choice for various contexts
- Create effective thumbnails and utilize metadata strategically to maximize video discoverability.
- Apply SEO techniques and evaluate their impact on improving video visibility and audience reach
- Analyze the use of social media for video promotion, distinguishing between platforms to optimize engagement strategies
- Summarize monetization methodologies, understanding the interplay between copyright, licensing, and revenue generation
- Diagnose issues and develop strategies related to Content ID and copyright claims ensuring compliance and fair use
- Construct a coherent and consistent online presence demonstrating its impact on personal or brand recognition
- Examine various video editing career paths making informed decisions based on market demands and personal goals
- Assemble a professional portfolio showcasing editing expertise and critique its effectiveness in demonstrating one’s skills
- Build professional networks and evaluate the impact of collaboration on career advancement
- Interpret and utilize new trends and technologies to stay relevant in the field
Syllabus
Introduction to Camtasia
- Uses of Camtasia
- Features of Camtasia
- Installing Camtasia
- How to create a new project in Camtasia?
- How to import files in Camtasia?
- Case Study - Create a motion banner in Camtasia
File Organization and Asset Management in Camtasia
- Effective File Organization
- Asset Management
- Practical Exercise on File Organization
Collaborative Editing Tools
- Introduction to Collaborative Software
- Importance of Collaboration Tools
- Collaborate with your friends or colleagues for video editing projects
Version Control in Video Editing
- Introduction to Version Control
- Significance of Version Control
- Hands-on Exercise on Version Control
- Reflection and Discussion
Introduction to DaVinci Resolve
- Introduction to DaVinci Resolve
- Advantages of DaVinci Resolve
- Setting up DaVinci Resolve
- Launching DaVinci Resolve
- Understanding DaVinci Resolve
- DaVinci Resolve Settings
- Project Settings
- Introduction to Media Page
- Manage Workspace
- Importing Media
- Organizing media
- Introduction to Metadata
- Using Smart Bins in DaVinci Resolve
- Case Study - Getting started with DaVinci Resolve
Introduction to CUT tab
- Introduction - CUT Tab
- Preview your clips within the CUT Page
- The Source Tape Preview
- Create your 1st rough CUT in the CUT Page
- Cut Page Timeline
- Timeline vs Source - Trimming
- How to use the Smart Insert?
- Introducing to the Inspector Tool
- How to add Transitions in the Cut Page
- Basic audio editing techniques
- Multiple timelines in one project
- Adding titles and text animation
Basic Editing Techniques
- Introduction to the Edit Page
- Match Frame Find timeline Clips in Media Pool
- How to Create a New Timeline
- How to Trim and add Clips to your Timeline
- The Blade Edit
- Ripple Cut Edit
- How to Navigate the Timeline
- How to Swap Clips on the Timeline
- Timeline Zooms and Previews
- How to Customize Transitions
- How to add Titles
- Performing a Lift & Insert
- Selecting and Moving Contiguous Clips
- How to Add, Move, and Remove Tracks
Intermediate Editing Skills Advanced timeline features: markers, subclips, nested timelines
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Audio mixing & effects
- Advanced effects: Smart reframe, super scale, camera tracker, scene detection, non-linear editing
Color Grading and Green Screen Color grading theory
- Primary and secondary color correction
- Creative color grading
- Green screen keying
- Integrating green screen footage
Fusion – Motion Graphics and Visual Effects Fusion introduction
- Text tools and animation
- Shape tools and effects
- Particle systems and simulations
- Compositing and keying in Fusion
- Fusion effects and transitions
Color Grading and Green Screen
- Case Study - Color Grading in DaVinci Resolve
- Using color sequence node with RGB
- Color Balance in DaVinci Resolve
- Video stabilization in DaVinci Resolve
- Outcome
- Case Study - Using Green Screen in DaVinci Resolve
- Easy Green Screen Removal
- Color grading green screen footage
- Outcome
- Case Study - Creating Motion Graphics and Animated Text Layers
Ethics and Legal Considerations
- Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights
- Obtaining Permissions for Content
- Discussing Real-world Ethical Scenarios
- Encouraging Ethical Practices
Fusion – Motion Graphics and Visual Effects
- Case Study - Creating Motion Graphics and Animated Text Layers
- Adding Fusion Composition and Nodes
- Shape animation in DaVinci Resolve
- Using the Spline Editor in DaVinci Resolve
- Compositing and exporting the video
Ethics and Legal Considerations
- Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights
- Obtaining Permissions for Content
- Discussing Real-world Ethical Scenarios
- Encouraging Ethical Practices
Video Optimization for Online Sharing
- Understanding Video Optimization
- Role in Enhancing Viewing Experience
- Practical Optimization Techniques
- Reflection on Optimization Impact
Video Codecs and Formats
- Introduction to Codecs and Formats
- Balancing Quality and File Size
- Choosing Optimal Codecs
- Reflection on Choices Made
Thumbnails and Metadata
- Creating Custom Thumbnails
- Importance of Metadata
- Thumbnail and Metadata Exercise
- Reflection on Discoverability
Video SEO Techniques
- Introduction to Video SEO
- Keywords and Descriptions
- Application of Video SEO
- Reflection on SEO Efforts
Social Media Promotion
- Social Media Platforms for Video
- Audience Engagement and Analytics
- Social Media Exercise
- Reflection on Social Media Impact
Video Monetization
- Monetization Options
- Copyright and Licensing
- Implementing Monetization
- Reflection on Monetization Strategies
Content ID and Copyright Claims
- Introduction to Content ID
- Role in Copyright Management
- Dealing with Copyright Claims
- Reflection on Fair Use
Online Presence and Branding
- Building an Online Presence
- Consistency Across Platforms
- Branding Exercise
- Reflection on Branding Impact
Career Opportunities
- Video Editing Careers
- Exploring Diverse Paths
- Career Consideration Exercise
- Reflection on Career Choices
Professional Portfolio
- Importance of a Portfolio
- Showcasing Strengths and Style
- Portfolio Curation Exercise
- Reflection on Portfolio Effectiveness
Networking and Collaboration
- Importance of Networking
- Seeking Collaborations
- Networking Exercise
- Reflection on Networking Impact
Continuous Learning
- Role of Continuous Learning
- Skill Enhancement and Trends
- Learning Opportunities Exercise
- Reflection on Learning Impact
Work-Centric Approach
The academic approach of the course focuses on ‘work-centric’ education. With this hands-on approach, derive knowledge from and while working to make it more wholesome, delightful and useful. The ultimate objective is to empower learners to also engage in socially useful and productive work. It aims at bringing learners closer to their rewarding careers as well as to the development of the community.
- Step 1: Learners are given an overview of the course and its connection to life and work
- Step 2: Learners are exposed to the specific tool(s) used in the course through the various real-life applications of the tool(s).
- Step 3: Learners are acquainted with the careers and the hierarchy of roles they can perform at workplaces after attaining increasing levels of mastery over the tool(s).
- Step 4: Learners are acquainted with the architecture of the tool or tool map so as to appreciate various parts of the tool, their functions, utility and inter-relations.
- Step 5: Learners are exposed to simple application development methodology by using the tool at the beginner’s level.
- Step 6: Learners perform the differential skills related to the use of the tool to improve the given ready-made industry-standard outputs.
- Step 7: Learners are engaged in appreciation of real-life case studies developed by the experts.
- Step 8: Learners are encouraged to proceed from appreciation to imitation of the experts.
- Step 9: After the imitation experience, they are required to improve the expert’s outputs so that they proceed from mere imitation to emulation.
- Step 10: Emulation is taken a level further from working with differential skills towards the visualization and creation of a complete output according to the requirements provided. (Long Assignments)
- Step 11: Understanding the requirements, communicating one’s own thoughts and presenting are important skills required in facing an interview for securing a work order/job. For instilling these skills, learners are presented with various subject-specific technical as well as HR-oriented questions and encouraged to answer them.
- Step 12: Finally, they develop the integral skills involving optimal methods and best practices to produce useful outputs right from scratch, publish them in their ePortfolio and thereby proceed from emulation to self-expression, from self-expression to self-confidence and from self-confidence to self-reliance and self-esteem!