Introduction to editing in DaVinci Resolve

This course focuses on editing using DaVinci Resolve. But what exactly is editing? It's the process of combining various media pieces, removing unwanted takes, adding graphics or animations, and applying color correction. To excel in editing, having a well-structured plan is crucial. This ensures you do not miss essential steps and have to redo your work.

Initial steps in video editing

The first step is to create a new project. At this stage, you set the resolution and frame rate and import media. Organization is key; having your media organized helps streamline the editing process.

Creating a timeline and syncing media

After setting up your project, the next step is to create a timeline. Sync your video with your screen recording to ensure the audio is properly aligned.

Enhancing your media

Once the timeline is set, you can enhance the video by adding color correction to the face cam and processing audio. This step ensures that your editing process is both pleasant visually and aurally.

Adding visual effects

Incorporate a facecam effect by positioning your camera in a corner of the screen. This allows you to see both your talking head video and the screen content, simplifying the editing process. Additionally, apply any necessary effects to your screen recording and ensure that it's centered and free from unwanted elements.

Final editing and adding enhancements

Once these steps are complete, you're ready to perform the actual editing. Cut out unwanted parts, arrange clips, and enhance with zoom animations or graphics if desired. This method ensures a comprehensive editing process and helps in maintaining a checklist to prevent missing any crucial steps.

Developing your unique editing workflow

Ultimately, as you become familiar with each step, you are encouraged to tweak the process to suit your style. However, staying close to the described method is recommended for consistency and effectiveness in your editing endeavors.