DaVinci Resolve 19 - Complete Beginner's Guide to Video Editing

Overview

Learn professional video editing fundamentals in this comprehensive 39-minute tutorial designed for beginners entering the world of video production. Master essential editing techniques from project setup and media management to final export, with hands-on guidance through a practical commercial project. Explore key features including timeline manipulation, audio adjustment in Fairlight, basic color correction, and transition effects. Follow along with downloadable sample files to practice importing media, trimming clips, applying transitions, balancing audio levels, and creating keyframe animations. Gain practical experience with interface navigation, proxy media optimization, keyboard shortcuts, and professional export settings. Perfect for aspiring content creators, whether focusing on YouTube videos, personal projects, or commercial work.

Syllabus

- Start Editing with DaVinci Resolve 19
- Download and Install DaVinci Resolve
- Create a New Project
- Explore the DaVinci Resolve Interface
- Reset the UI Layout
- Import Media Files
- Optimize Performance with Proxy Media
- Preview Clips in the Source Viewer
- Add Clips to the Timeline
- Adjust Timeline View
- Use Selection Mode
- Use Snapping Tool
- Remove Clips from Timeline
- Trim Clips Directly on the Timeline
- Use Keyboard Shortcuts for Efficiency
- Split Clips with Blade
- Add Audio Files to the Timeline
- Adjust Audio Levels in Fairlight
- Normalize and Enhance Audio
- Practice Trimming
- Add Music and Balance Levels
- Edit Clip Properties in the Inspector
- Adjust Colors on the Color Page
- Trim Audio Clips
- Add Image on New Track
- Apply Basic Video Transitions
- Add Text and Titles to the Video
- Insert Keyframes for Zoom Effects
- Export and Render the Final Project
- Preview the Finished Video
- Wrap Up