StarsNexus

Video Editing & Animation Course

This structured outline covers key aspects of video editing and animation, from planning to post-production.

Introduction to Video Editing & Animation

  • What is Video Editing & Animation?
  • Difference Between Editing, Motion Graphics & Animation
  • Types of Video Content:
    • Films & Documentaries
    • Social Media Content (YouTube, Instagram, TikTok)
    • Corporate Videos (Ads, Marketing, Training)
    • Motion Graphics & Explainers
    • 2D & 3D Animation
  • Understanding Frame Rates & Resolution (24fps, 30fps, 60fps, HD, 4K, 8K)

Pre-Production & Planning

  • Concept Development & Storyboarding
  • Scriptwriting & Shot Planning
  • Understanding Aspect Ratios & Composition (Rule of Thirds, Golden Ratio)
  • Camera Angles & Shot Types
  • Gathering Raw Footage & Assets (Stock Footage, Audio, Graphics)

Video Editing Software & Tools

  • Adobe Premiere Pro (Industry Standard for Editing)
  • Final Cut Pro X (Mac Exclusive)
  • DaVinci Resolve (Professional Color Grading & Editing)
  • CapCut, Filmora, iMovie (Beginner-Friendly Editing Tools)
  • After Effects (Motion Graphics & VFX)
  • Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya (3D Animation & CGI)

Video Editing Workflow & Techniques

  • Importing & Organizing Footage
  • Timeline & Sequencing Basics
  • Trimming, Cutting & Splitting Clips
  • Transitions & Effects (Crossfade, Dissolve, Jump Cuts, L-Cuts, J-Cuts)
  • Speed Ramping & Slow Motion
  • Green Screen (Chroma Key) & Compositing
  • Adding Captions & Subtitles

Motion Graphics & Animation

  • Understanding Keyframes & Motion Paths
  • 2D Animation in After Effects
  • Kinetic Typography (Text Animation)
  • Logo Animation & Brand Intros
  • Lower Thirds, Overlays & Callouts
  • Character Rigging & Animation (Adobe Animate, Moho, Blender)
  • 3D Modeling & Animation (Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya)

Color Correction & Grading

  • Understanding Color Theory in Video
  • Basic vs. Advanced Color Grading
  • Using LUTs (Look-Up Tables)
  • Matching Color Tones Across Clips
  • Adobe Premiere Lumetri Color Panel & DaVinci Resolve Tools

Sound Design & Audio Editing

  • Importance of Sound in Video
  • Background Music & Sound Effects (Royalty-Free Sources)
  • Audio Mixing & EQ Adjustments
  • Voiceovers & Dubbing
  • Noise Reduction & Audio Syncing

Special Effects & VFX (Visual Effects)

  • Green Screen & Rotoscoping
  • Tracking & Motion Blur Effects
  • Particle Effects (Fire, Smoke, Rain, Explosions)
  • 3D Compositing & Camera Tracking
  • AI-Based Effects & Automation

Rendering & Exporting

  • Understanding Codecs & File Formats (MP4, MOV, AVI, GIF, ProRes)
  • Best Render Settings for Different Platforms (YouTube, Instagram, TV, 4K)
  • Compression Without Losing Quality
  • Uploading & Sharing Videos Online

Advanced Topics & Future Trends

  • AI-Powered Editing & Automation (Runway ML, Adobe Sensei)
  • Augmented Reality (AR) & Virtual Reality (VR) Animation
  • Interactive Video Experiences
  • 360° Video Editing & Immersive Content
  • Trends in Animation (AI-Generated, Procedural, Real-Time Rendering)
Free Seminar Online & Onsite
Free Seminar on Feb 3 To 16, 2025
Course Start
Feb 17, 2025