Beginners Guide to Video Editing (Start to Finish)

How to Edit a Screen Recorded Video from Scratch

What you'll learn
- You Will find the quickest and easiest way to bring sight and sound together as a Beginner video editor
- You Will learn how to Apply Effects and Settings on a Media File
- You Will Get Acquainted with the Use of Wonder Share Filmora . Which The Basic Editing Software That We Will Use in This Tutorial
- You Will Have the Advantage of Turning Their Acquired Skills into a Profitable Tool

Requirements
- No Programming Experience Required. Tools Required Includes. A Headset, Machine (Pc), Editing Software (Filmora) & Patience.

Description
Do you create videos or are new to video editing? Do you have recorded footage that needs professional editing?

The availability of video editing tools eliminates the need for hiring a video editor. As a freelance video editor, there's no longer any concern about fusing sight and sound together effectively.

In summary, this tutorial serves as a beginner's guide to video editing using Filmora. It specifically focuses on the process of creating screen-recorded videos from scratch and is tailored towards non-computer science students. Its primary aim is to introduce learners to the world of video editing in an engaging manner which could potentially ignite their passion for the field too!

As a beginner video editor, whether freelance or utilizing the free program Filmora, this tutorial offers an easy and efficient way to meld audio and visual elements into a cohesive story. The result will be visually pleasing with a clear presentation. Furthermore, for complete beginners in this field who pay close attention to the guidance provided in this tutorial, it can serve as both an introduction and a guide. Although not our primary objective of this project, there is also potential for insight on how to delve into programming - but let's stay focused!

TAKE NOTE: (The Stages of Editing Will Vastly Differ between skill sets and industry.)

Pre-production:

Define your video's purpose and target audience.

Plan your video's content, storyline, and structure.

Create a storyboard or shot list to outline the sequence of scenes.

Gather all the necessary footage, audio, and resources before starting the editing process.

Setting Up Your Editing Environment:

Install and set up video editing software on your computer (e.g., Wondershare Filmora, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.).

Organize your media files into folders for easy access during editing.

Importing Media:

Import all your video clips, audio files, images, and other media assets into the editing software's media library.

Assembling the Timeline:

Create a new project and set the project settings (resolution, frame rate, etc.).

Drag and drop your media files onto the timeline in the order they will appear in the final video.

Trimming and Cutting Clips:

Review your footage and select the best takes for each scene.

Trim unnecessary portions and cut out mistakes to create a coherent and engaging sequence.

Transitions and Effects:

Add transitions (e.g., crossfade, dissolve) between clips for smooth scene changes.

Enhance your video with visual effects, text overlays, and graphics as needed.

Audio Editing:

Adjust audio levels to ensure clear and consistent sound throughout the video.

Add background music or sound effects to enhance the overall audio experience.

Color Correction and Grading:

Enhance the visual quality of your footage by adjusting color, brightness, contrast, and saturation.

Apply a consistent color grading style to achieve a specific look or mood.

Rendering and Exporting:

Preview your video to ensure everything looks and sounds as intended.

Render/export your final video in the desired format and resolution suitable for online publishing.

Quality Check:

Watch the exported video to ensure there are no errors or issues.

Confirm that the video meets the requirements for the intended publishing platform (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo).

Publishing and Sharing:

Upload your video to your preferred online platform.

Promote your video through social media or other channels to reach your target audience.

Even someone new to video editing can create a high-quality video for online publishing by using these steps. Additionally, the following list provides an overview of the outline involved in working with videos. This tutorial is perfect if you want to learn how to master video editing as a beginner quickly and professionally from scratch.

Products or Item List

-Class Rules

-Introduction

-Initial Video Review

-Considering System Specification

-Installing Filmora

-Understanding The Basic Concepts

-Applying Effects & Settings

-Managing Clips On Timeline.

-Render Preview

-Preview Review

-Exporting & Sharing

-Class Exercise

Who this course is for:
- This Course is for Complete Beginners. Especially for those aspiring to venture into video production/ video editing field
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