VIDEO EDITING / 3-MONTH ONLINE COURSE
Turn your footage into
a story worth watching.
A structured, practical 3-month course with 12 planned teaching weeks. Learn through demonstrations, guided practice, weekly assignments and a final project.
3 classes per week · 2 hours per class
Teaching plan: 12 weeks × 3 classes × 2 hours = 72 live hours. Calendar dates and holiday adjustments are confirmed in the batch timetable. Independent practice is additional.
YOUR LEARNING OUTCOMES
Build skills you can put to work.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Start with curiosity.
Progress through practice.
Students, aspiring editors, content creators and business owners interested in video storytelling.
Your starting point
- Basic computer and file-management skills
- No previous editing experience required
- A computer that can edit the supplied practice footage
- Willingness to review cuts and complete revisions
TOOLS & SETUP
Be ready for the first class.
A laptop or desktop suitable for DaVinci Resolve, headphones, adequate free storage and internet. This plan uses the free edition and avoids requiring Studio-only effects. Confirm current device compatibility before enrolling; practice footage should be owned or licensed.
Recommended independent practice: 3–5 hours per week, in addition to live classes.
THE COMPLETE STUDY PLAN
12 weeks.
A practical path forward.
Each week contains three instructor-led classes and an independent deliverable. Open a module to see the class-by-class plan.
Week 1: Editing foundations & project setup
WEEK 1 · CLASSES 1–3 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 1Story, shot types, frame rate and resolution
- Class 2Resolve workspace, project settings and media organisation
- Class 3Bins, file naming, backups and first assembly
Practice & deliverable: Create a short continuity sequence.
Week 2: Timeline skills & clean cuts
WEEK 2 · CLASSES 4–6 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 4In/out points, insert/overwrite and timeline navigation
- Class 5Trim, ripple, roll and practical shortcuts
- Class 6Continuity, screen direction and pacing review
Practice & deliverable: Finish a clean 45–60 second sequence.
Week 3: Story structure & B-roll
WEEK 3 · CLASSES 7–9 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 7Turn a brief into a shot/sequence plan
- Class 8Select meaningful takes and organise a story arc
- Class 9J/L cuts, B-roll and visual transitions
Practice & deliverable: Build a short story-driven montage.
Week 4: Dialogue, music & sound basics
WEEK 4 · CLASSES 10–12 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 10Audio levels, clipping, fades and clip gain
- Class 11Introductory Fairlight EQ and dialogue cleanup
- Class 12Balance voice and licensed music; listening review
Practice & deliverable: Deliver a dialogue-led edit with balanced sound.
Week 5: Interview & documentary editing
WEEK 5 · CLASSES 13–15 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 13Select interview soundbites and build a paper edit
- Class 14Synchronisation basics and B-roll coverage
- Class 15Trim for clarity and complete a practical review
Practice & deliverable: Create a 60–90 second interview piece.
Week 6: Colour correction foundations
WEEK 6 · CLASSES 16–18 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 16Scopes, exposure and white-balance correction
- Class 17Contrast, saturation and shot matching
- Class 18Node basics and restrained look development
Practice & deliverable: Submit a shot-matched scene with before/after views.
Week 7: Titles, captions & basic motion
WEEK 7 · CLASSES 19–21 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 19Readable titles, lower thirds and safe areas
- Class 20Manual captions, proofreading and timing
- Class 21Keyframes, easing and simple Fusion title introduction
Practice & deliverable: Create a captioned explainer with an animated title.
Week 8: Social & promotional editing
WEEK 8 · CLASSES 22–24 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 22Hooks, concise storytelling and vertical framing
- Class 23Music-driven pacing and appropriate transitions
- Class 24Reframe versions for different aspect ratios
Practice & deliverable: Deliver a vertical reel and landscape adaptation.
Week 9: Workflow, proxies & delivery
WEEK 9 · CLASSES 25–27 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 25Optimised media/proxies and relinking concepts
- Class 26Codecs, containers, bitrate and render settings
- Class 27Check exports for sync, spelling, levels and image quality
Practice & deliverable: Package a project with platform-ready exports.
Week 10: Client briefs & portfolio development
WEEK 10 · CLASSES 28–30 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 28Define scope, references and delivery requirements
- Class 29Handle feedback, revisions and version naming
- Class 30Select strongest edits and assemble a showreel draft
Practice & deliverable: Prepare a portfolio review and capstone brief.
Week 11: Capstone production studio
WEEK 11 · CLASSES 31–33 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 31Assemble the main story from the approved brief
- Class 32Refine picture, audio, colour, titles and captions
- Class 33Instructor critique and vertical-cutdown workshop
Practice & deliverable: Submit a full capstone rough cut.
Week 12: Final polish, handoff & presentation
WEEK 12 · CLASSES 34–36 · 6 LIVE HOURS
- Class 34Revise timing, sound and colour from feedback
- Class 35Export, quality-check and organise delivery files
- Class 36Present the edit, explain decisions and review limitations
Practice & deliverable: Deliver the Brand Story Video & Social Cutdowns.
THE FINAL CAPSTONE
Brand Story Video & Social Cutdowns
Produce a 2–3 minute story or promotional video from supplied or licensed footage, with a clear narrative, clean dialogue, balanced music, consistent colour and titles. Create a 30–45 second vertical adaptation and a captioned version.
Build progressively, review the draft and use the final week to refine, test and present your work.
What you finish with
- Organised Resolve project and media handoff notes
- Final landscape video and vertical cutdown
- Caption file or captioned export with manual proofreading
- A short showreel and portfolio notes covering 4–6 edits
A working project or portfolio you can present, with the decisions and process behind it.
HOW YOU WILL LEARN
Learn. Practice.
Review. Improve.
Each 120-minute class balances concepts and demonstration (25 minutes), guided studio practice (55 minutes), a short break (10 minutes) and critique, revision or questions (30 minutes).
Weekly assignments develop independence. Keep your files organised, submit your work for review and apply feedback to the next version.
RECOMMENDED ASSESSMENT
Progress measured through your work.
Suggested weighting for this study plan; the academy confirms grading and completion requirements before the batch.
Show your progress.
Course completion certificate, recommendation letter and course/program details. Completion requirements are confirmed by the academy.
Explore your next opportunity.
Ask about relevant online internships, eligibility and availability after developing your skills.
Find the current offer.
Contact our team for fees, admission discounts and the next batch date.
BEFORE YOU JOIN
Your questions, answered.
How long is the course?
3 months, with 3 classes per week and 2 hours per class. The syllabus uses 12 teaching weeks, 36 sessions and 72 live hours. Exact dates follow the batch calendar.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Basic computer and file-management skills. No previous editing experience required. A computer that can edit the supplied practice footage. Willingness to review cuts and complete revisions. Share your experience with our team before enrolling.
Do I need to practise outside class?
Yes. Plan for 3–5 hours per week of independent practice. This is additional to 6 live hours per week.
Which tools will I need?
A laptop or desktop suitable for DaVinci Resolve, headphones, adequate free storage and internet. This plan uses the free edition and avoids requiring Studio-only effects. Confirm current device compatibility before enrolling; practice footage should be owned or licensed.
What will I build?
Brand Story Video & Social Cutdowns. Weekly exercises prepare you for the capstone; the deliverables and class plan are listed above.
What are the fees and class timings?
Message the academy for the next batch dates, session timings, fees and available discounts.
Is a job or internship guaranteed?
No. Online internship opportunities depend on eligibility and availability. Course completion does not guarantee employment.
Official learning references
Supporting resources for further study. This is Pixora Academy’s course plan, not a claim of vendor accreditation.
Blackmagic Design official training ↗VIDEO EDITING / 3 MONTHS
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