Getting started
Post-production processes
1. Video editing
Get to know video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.
Import and organise your footage before beginning the edit.
Learn editing techniques such as cutting, assembly, colour correction and effects.
Develop your editing skills to engage viewers and tell your story.
2. Audio editing
Learn to work with audio editing software such as Adobe Audition or Pro Tools.
Clean up and edit recordings, and add effects.
Good audio editing has a major effect on the viewer's experience.
3. Editing
Shape your video's flow and story.
Sequence scenes, add transitions and support them with text or graphics where needed.
Develop your editing skills to give viewers a consistent, flowing experience.
4. Colour correction and grading
Get to know colour correction software such as DaVinci Resolve or Adobe SpeedGrade.
Adjust your video's palette and atmosphere.
Colour grading can enhance visual quality and contribute emotionally to your story.
5. Sound design and music
Use sound design and music to establish atmosphere and emotional tone.
Learn to compose original music or integrate existing music.
Use sound and music to make your video more engaging.
6. Final review and export
Put your video through a final review and correction stage.
Export in the appropriate format and quality, ready for online sharing.
Exercises and practice
Begin applying the post-production processes covered in this lesson. Develop these skills by editing your own videos, designing sound and practising colour correction. Learn more by studying professional productions and following online tutorials.
Post-production is the stage of finishing your videos and preparing them for viewers. Work carefully and creatively at this stage to strengthen your videos' impact. Good luck, and thank you.