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YouTube Video Editing Essentials with DaVinci Resolve 18: From Beginner to Creator

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Overview

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Does the thought of learning video editing make you feel overwhelmed? Fear not! This class is your gateway to mastering videos for YouTube with ease. We'll use DaVinci Resolve 18 – a powerful, yet free, software about to become your best friend.

Forget the complications; we're making video editing accessible and enjoyable. From the very basics to more advanced tricks, you'll discover everything you need to craft engaging videos. 

In this class you'll learn:

  • Basic Editing Techniques: Learn to organize, cut, trim, and position clips with precision for a seamless storytelling experience.
  • Keyframing: Master the art of animation by controlling the movement of elements over time for dynamic video effects.
  • Picture-in-Picture Effect: Create engaging visuals by layering videos within your main content, perfect for tutorials or reaction videos.
  • Screen Recording: Capture high-quality footage directly from your computer screen, ideal for creating tutorials or presentations.
  • Annotating on Screen: Learn how to draw attention to key points in your video with annotations, enhancing viewer understanding.
  • Editing Audio: Dive into audio editing to ensure your videos sound as good as they look, from adjusting levels to reducing background noise.
  • Recording Voice Over: Add personal narration to your videos with techniques for clear and compelling voiceovers.
  • Improving Workflow: Discover tips and tricks to speed up your editing process, making your video production more efficient.
  • Differences Between Free and Paid Versions: Understand the additional features and benefits of upgrading to the paid version of DaVinci Resolve 18.
  • Exporting Videos for Optimal Quality: Learn the best export settings to maintain high video quality. 

This curriculum is designed to equip you with the skills to create professional-quality videos for social media and beyond, utilizing the full potential of DaVinci Resolve 18.

You'll start with fundamental skills and progress to sophisticated techniques to craft captivating content. Discover the secrets to refining your videos with various effects and transitions, embedding text and incorporating sound and music for a richer, more immersive experience.

Who's this class for:

Tailored for novice video editors and content creators aiming to enhance their craft, this class is your stepping stone to producing polished videos focusing on YouTube. It arms you with the essential tools and strategies to elevate your videos, ensuring they capture attention and resonate with viewers.

 

Hi, I'm Enri! I'm a passionate digital content creator with many years of experience producing multimedia content for a wide range of clients, such as Oppo and AirBnb, and self-publication. Throughout my career, I've been creating engaging video content for various platforms and learned how to use video to entertain, educate, and inspire viewers.

What do you need for this class?

All you need is a desktop or notebook computer, PC or Mac; DaVinci Resolve will run a performance check before anything to be sure it suits your system, making editing super smooth.

By the time you finish this course, you'll have the expertise to produce videos with a professional feel that are sure to catch your audience's eye. You'll acquire the skills necessary to create compelling videos specifically designed for YouTube.

So, if enhancing your video editing skills is your goal, join me in this adventure, learning DaVinci Resolve along the way.

Check out also some of my other classes on Skillshare:

  • Capcut for Desktop: The Ultimate Video Editing Course for Reels and TikTok Creators
  • DIY Video Production For Content Creators: From Setting Up to Editing

Find me on my social channels:

  • Youtube.com/flyenri
  • Instagram: @flyenri
  • Twitter: @flyenri

Syllabus

  • Intro
  • Class Project
  • Editing Basics
  • Start Keyframing
  • Picture in Picture
  • Creating On-Screen Text
  • How To Screen Record
  • Color Correction and Grading
  • Annotating and Scribbling
  • Audio Essentials
  • Recording a Voice Over
  • Workflow Hacks - Part 01
  • Workflow Hacks - Part 02
  • DaVinci Free vs Studio
  • Exporting your Project
  • Conclusion

Taught by

Enrico Luzi

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