How to learn Video editing in one month
Here’s a 30-day learning path for editing, designed for a beginner with 1 hour of study per day:
| Day | Topic | Learning Resources | Time Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Video Editing | Basic YouTube tutorials on editing fundamentals (e.g., Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve) | 1 hour |
| 2 | Overview of Editing Software | Explore software (Premiere Pro/DaVinci Resolve) UI, tools, and workspace setup | 1 hour |
| 3 | Importing and Organizing Footage | Tutorials on importing clips and organizing media | 1 hour |
| 4 | Basic Cuts and Transitions | Learn about cut types and transition effects | 1 hour |
| 5 | Working with Timelines | Learn to trim, split, and arrange clips in the timeline | 1 hour |
| 6 | Adding Audio Tracks | How to import and sync audio with video (e.g., YouTube audio tutorials) | 1 hour |
| 7 | Editing Audio (Basic) | Introduction to audio leveling, equalization, and noise reduction | 1 hour |
| 8 | Basic Color Correction | Learn basic color grading techniques using software tools (e.g., Lumetri Color) | 1 hour |
| 9 | Titles and Text Effects | Creating and editing text overlays (basic titles, subtitles) | 1 hour |
| 10 | Motion Graphics Introduction | Learn basic motion effects (YouTube or Adobe’s “Essential Graphics” tutorials) | 1 hour |
| 11 | Keyframing (Basic Animation) | Introduction to keyframes for simple animations (position, scale) | 1 hour |
| 12 | Exporting Files | Learn export settings for different platforms (e.g., YouTube, social media) | 1 hour |
| 13 | Project Review (Recap Day) | Practice by reviewing your past 12 days of learning; experiment with footage | 1 hour |
| 14 | Working with Multicam Editing | Multicam setups, syncing, and switching between angles | 1 hour |
| 15 | Advanced Audio Editing | Learn about sound effects, foley, and advanced audio tweaks | 1 hour |
| 16 | Advanced Transitions | Creative transitions and custom transitions | 1 hour |
| 17 | Speed Ramping and Time Effects | Speed ramping, slow motion, and reverse effects | 1 hour |
| 18 | Basic Effects and Filters | Applying video effects and using filters for different looks | 1 hour |
| 19 | Motion Tracking | Introduction to motion tracking (e.g., track objects in video) | 1 hour |
| 20 | Stabilization of Footage | Learn how to stabilize shaky footage | 1 hour |
| 21 | Editing to Music | Learn how to cut video to music beats, timing and rhythm (YouTube tutorials) | 1 hour |
| 22 | Storytelling through Editing | Learn how editing impacts narrative, pacing, and structure | 1 hour |
| 23 | Advanced Color Grading | Learn about LUTs, color wheels, and secondary color correction | 1 hour |
| 24 | Special Effects Introduction | Learn basic VFX and green screen editing (YouTube tutorials) | 1 hour |
| 25 | Editing for Different Platforms | Learn how to tailor edits for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram (aspect ratios, length) | 1 hour |
| 26 | Plugins and Extensions | Explore useful plugins for editing software (free and paid) | 1 hour |
| 27 | Workflow Optimization | Learn about proxies, keyboard shortcuts, and templates for faster editing | 1 hour |
| 28 | Advanced Export Settings | Advanced export settings for high-quality and efficient rendering | 1 hour |
| 29 | Project Review (Recap Day) | Review everything learned and work on a short edit project to apply skills | 1 hour |
| 30 | Portfolio Development | Create your first portfolio piece (short film, video edit, etc.) to showcase your work | 1 |
