How to learn video editing

Video editing is a mix of tools and storytelling. Short, finished edits teach more than long courses.

Good for: Creators, students and anyone who wants to make clear, watchable videos. Typical time: 80–120 hours in total, depending on where you start.

The usual order of steps

1. 1
   Editing basics≈ 15 h

   Cuts, timeline and exporting.
2. 2
   One editor, well≈ 30 h

   For example DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro or CapCut.
3. 3
   Sound and colour≈ 15 h

   Clean audio and consistent colour.
4. 4
   Storytelling≈ 15 h

   Pacing, hooks and structure.
5. 5
   A short reel≈ 25 h

   Three to five finished clips to show.

Free or paid?

Many good courses for each step are free; paid ones usually add a certificate, feedback from a teacher or a fixed schedule. Check the current price, dates and age limits on the provider’s own site before you pay.

Where to look for courses

Search these platforms for “Video editing”. Compare ratings, prices and the date of the last update before you choose.

• Coursera
• edX
• Udemy
• Khan Academy
• YouTube

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