You cannot take a video editing course without editing software. You do not need Adobe Premiere Pro ($20+/month) or Final Cut Pro ($299) to start. In fact, using paid software for a free course defeats the purpose.

Here are the two industry-standard free tools we will use in this ultimate guide:

Installation Task: Download DaVinci Resolve. We will focus on this for the course because it is the "Photoshop of video."

Goal: Make your edit invisible or stylized.

Tagline: "Master the art of editing. From raw footage to cinematic masterpiece. 100% Free."

  • Exercises: Edit a 3-camera interview and export for YouTube.