Whether you've been cutting footage for years or are just starting out, there's always something new to learn in the world of video editing. But there are so many ways to do that learning these days that it can be a little hard to know where to start!
This article is your go-to guide for boosting your skills with three big hitters in professional video editing software:
On each, we've broken down the resources into four main categories:
1. Official Training: Straight from the software developers themselves.
2. Third-Party Courses: Structured learning from industry professionals.
3. YouTube Tutorials: Free and easily accessible video guides.
4. Community Forums: Connect with fellow editors and troubleshoot problems.
There's no one-size-fits-all approach to learning. Some editors thrive on structured courses, while others prefer to dive in and learn by doing. The key is to experiment and find what works best for you. The goal isn't to use every resource but to find the mix that keeps you engaged, challenged, and improving.
https://adobevideotraining.com/ — Beginner and advanced training that helps you learn how to edit video, animate motion graphics, and even become an Adobe Certified Professional.
Adobe's Official Premiere Pro Tutorials — Adobe's comprehensive collection of tutorials, ranging from beginner to advanced levels.
Official Playlist: Become The Premiere Pro
Official Playlist: Film Riot x Adobe Video: Mastering Premiere Pro & After Effects
https://www.youtube.com/@PremiereGal
“Hi! I'm Kelsey, the Creator of Premiere Gal. Video Editing and creativity is a journey. I hope my tutorials and resources can help make your journey more smooth and fun!”
www.youtube.com/@JavierMercedes
“On this channel you will find video editing tutorials for Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, video and audio production tips, and video/audio tech reviews.”
https://www.youtube.com/@PremiereBasics
“New Adobe Premiere Pro tutorials for beginners and advanced users every week!”
Official: Avid Media Composer Tutorials
@HansTheEditor
“I'm Hans Ole, a LA based documentary film and TV editor.”
@InsideTheEditRoom
“I'm an Avid offline Editor based in the UK and I've worked on all kinds of film/tv projects. One day chatting with a fellow Assistant we realised that most of what we knew we learned from jobs / other people / youtube trolling and software release notes. As much as I loved film school (shout out to Unitec, New Zealand class of 2010!!!) it's not where I learned the vast majority of my knowledge and skillset.”
Official channel: @BlackmagicDesignOfficial
@CullenKelly
“Professional colorist, image scientist, and educator obsessed with the power of a well-crafted image. I'm committed to helping my fellow filmmakers realize their creative vision in camera and in the grade.”
@DarrenMostyn
“I am a Certified Master trainer for Blackmagic Design DaVinci Resolve and have talked about my work at seminars across the world, and regularly train colourists & editors from beginners to advanced. I Love to share knowledge from my 30 years in the broadcast industry, 18 years as a colorist and 14 years on DaVinci Resolve.”
@JayAreTV
“High-quality post-production tools and tutorials. JayAreTV mainly focuses around DaVinci Resolve and Fusion.”
Editing is a never-ending journey toward perfection, and hopefully, these resources have helped you take the first few steps.
As you progress, try to step out of your comfort zone—follow new tutorials, engage in discussions, or tackle challenging projects. Each experience enhances your versatility as an editor.
The video editing landscape is constantly evolving. By leveraging diverse learning resources, you keep up and position yourself to innovate and excel.
Whether it's your first or thousandth edit, keep exploring, learning, and creating. Your next edit could be your best!