Course curriculum

  • 1

    Scene 1: Course Overview

    • Digital Workbook

    • Lesson 1: Welcome & Course Overview

    • Scene 1: Quiz
  • 2

    Scene 2: Program Basics

    • Lesson 2: Program Basics

    • iMovie on iPhone or iPad (OPTIONAL)

    • Assignment 2: Note To Students

    • DOWNLOADS: Cyberpunk Footage, Sound Effects, & Music

    • Scene 2: Quiz
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    Scene 3: Organization & Workflow

    • Lesson 3: Organization and Workflow

    • Assignment 3: Note To Students

    • Scene 3: Quiz
  • 4

    Scene 4: Types of Cuts

    • Lesson 4: Types of Cuts

    • Scene 4: Workshop

    • Star Wars: A New Hope Rough Cut Video Essay Link

    • Assignment 4: Note To Students

    • Scene 4: Quiz
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    Scene 5: When To Cut - "It Just Feels Right!"

    • Lesson 5: When to Cut - " It Just Feels Right!"

    • Scene 5: Workshop

    • Assignment 5: Note To Students

    • DOWNLOADS: Final Scene Footage, Soundscapes, & Music

    • Scene 5: Quiz
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    Scene 6: Human Eye - Eye Tracing & Composition

    • Lesson 6: Human Eye - Eye Tracing and Composition

    • Scene 6: Workshop

    • Assignment 6: Note To Students

    • Scene 6: Quiz
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    Scene 7: Pacing & Flow

    • Lesson 7: Pacing and Flow

    • Scene 7: Workshop

    • Assignment 7: Note To Students

    • DOWNLOADS: Action Scene Footage, Sounds, & Music

    • Scene 7: Quiz
  • 8

    Scene 8: Foley

    • Lesson 8: Foley

    • Scene 8: Workshop

    • Assignment 8: Note To Students

    • Scene 8: Quiz
  • 9

    Scene 9: Sound Mixing & Editing

    • Lesson 9 Part 1: Sound Mixing & Editing

    • Lesson 9 Part 2: Sound Mixing & Editing

    • Scene 9: Workshop

    • Scene 9: Quiz
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    Scene 10: Developing Your Own Style

    • Scene 10: Developing Your Own Style

    • Scene 10: Workshop

    • Assignment 10: Note To Students

    • Scene 10: Quiz
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    Scene 11: Editing Trailers

    • Scene 11: Editing Trailers

    • Scene 11: Workshop

    • Assignment 11: Note To Students

    • Scene 11: Quiz
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    Scene 12: Corporate & Commercial Editing

    • Lesson 12: Corporate and Commercial Editing: Part 1

    • Lesson 12: Corporate and Commercial Editing: Part 2

    • Assignment 12: Note To Students

    • DOWNLOADS: Promo Footage and Music

    • EXAMPLE: Our Promo!

    • Scene 12: Quiz
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    Scene 13: Working With Others

    • Scene 13: Working With Others

    • Assignment 13: Note To Students

    • Scene 13: Quiz
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    Scene 14: Taking Criticism & Notes

    • Lesson 14: Taking Criticism And Notes: Part 1

    • Lesson 14: Taking Criticism And Notes: Part 2

    • Scene 14: Workshop

    • Assignment 14: Note To Students

    • Scene 14: Quiz
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    Scene 15: Color Correction & Color Grading

    • Lesson 15: Color Correction and Color Grading

    • Lesson 15: Color Correction and Color Grading - DaVinci

    • Scene 15: Workshop

    • Assignment 15: Note To Students

    • Scene 15: Quiz
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    Scene 16: Exporting & Feedback

    • Lesson 16: Exporting and Feedback

About This Course:

Video Editing 101 is a video-based, self-paced course designed to take students on a 16-week deep dive into the world of video editing. Each week covers essential topics that build a strong foundation for aspiring editors, from basic to advanced editing techniques, organizing files, color correction, eye tracing, foley, sound design, and more.

We offer two versions of this course—one for Premiere Pro and one for iMovie—so students can learn using the software that best suits their needs. You will also get different choices for movies within the workbook.

iMovie is best for younger beginning students, while Premiere Pro is a paid subscription to Adobe and is better for high school students (this version is also slightly more PG-13 leaning).

We also offer two flexible learning paths, allowing you to progress at your own pace:

- Charter Version – Perfect for independent learners, this version provides full access to all course materials, including video tutorials, resources, and editing exercises. You’ll have everything you need to develop your video editing skills at your own pace, making it ideal for those who prefer a self-guided approach.

- Editor’s Room Version – For those who want a more interactive experience, this version includes access to an exclusive online community through Filmmaker’s Edge. Here, you can connect with fellow students, share your editing projects, and receive feedback from both peers and instructors. You’ll have the opportunity to upload your work, discuss techniques, and gain new insights—all while learning on your own schedule.

Both options provide the flexibility of self-paced learning while helping you build strong video editing skills. Choose the version that best fits your goals!