This class is an introduction to Adobe Premiere Pro, a video editing software. The instructor, Jeff Napolitano, will teach you the basics and some advanced features of the program through short and engaging lessons.
This class is an introduction to Adobe Premiere Pro, a video editing software. It will teach you the basics of how to use the program and make videos, as well as some advanced features and plugins. The class will consist of short and fast-paced lessons, with a walkthrough of the interface and the tools in the first lesson. The instructor is Jeff Napolitano, who has a lot of experience in teaching video production to different levels of students.
Course Outline ( Free Preview)
Module 00 - Introduction to the Instructor and Course
This video is an introduction to our course on Adobe Premiere Pro, a video editing software. The instructor, Jeff Napolitano, is an experienced teacher who will share his tips and tricks. The course will consist of fast-paced lessons that cover the basics and some advanced features of Premiere.
Module 01 - Introduction to Creative Cloud and Premiere Pro Plugins
This is a tutorial on how to use Creative Cloud and its features, such as Adobe Fonts, Adobe Stock, and plugins for Premiere Pro. Jeff demonstrates how to install and use extensions like Storyblocks, which allows searching and downloading stock footage and music within Premiere Pro. We cover the benefits of using plugins and extensions to save time and enhance the video editing process.
Module 02 - A Basic Walkthrough of Premiere Pro for Beginners15 min.
This video is a basic walkthrough of Premiere Pro. Jeff shows us how to create a new project, import footage, edit clips, add music and titles, and export the final video. We also go over the layout of the workspace, the different panels and tabs, and some effects and controls.
Module 03 - Organizing Your Project File7 min.
This is a tutorial on how to stay organized with your project file in Premiere Pro. Jeff describes how to use the project bin to create folders, sort clips, and add new items such as color mats, titles, and adjustment layers. He also explains how to match the project bin with the folder on your computer and how to find things quickly using the search function.
Module 04 - Importing Footage into Premiere Pro3 min.
This a tutorial on how to import footage into Premiere Pro using two different methods: the media browser and the folder. Jeff demonstrates how to browse, preview, and import clips from the media browser, and how to drag and drop clips from a folder on the computer. He also shows how to edit the imported clips by setting in and out points and dragging them to the sequence timeline.
Module 05 - Cutting Footage Using Different Tools10 min.
The video is a tutorial on how to cut footage in Adobe Premiere Pro using different tools. Jeff demonstrates how to select in and out points, use the razor, ripple, rolling, rate stretch, slip, and slide tools, and adjust the speed and duration of clips. He also shows how to create a simple story with five clips of a car driving in Los Angeles and arriving home.
Module 06 - Color Code Your Tracks4 min.
This is a tutorial on how to color code different tracks in Adobe Premiere Pro to make the editing process easier and faster. Jeff demonstrates how to select and label the tracks with different colors and explains the benefits of this technique. He also gives examples of how to communicate with another editor using the color codes.
Module 07 - Working with Aspect Ratios6 min.
This tutorial is on how to work with different aspect ratios in Adobe Premiere Pro, such as vertical and horizontal. Jeff explains how to change the sequence settings, how to scale and crop the clips, and how to export the video for different platforms. He also shows some examples of his own footage, including a 5G stock video and a clip of his dog Max.
Module 08 - Editing Audio in Premiere Pro: Volume, Keyframes, and Gain4 min.
This is a tutorial on how to edit audio in Premiere Pro, focusing on volume, keyframes, and gain. Jeff demonstrates how to adjust the audio channels, create keyframes to change the volume of certain parts, and use the audio gain option to raise or lower the overall volume. He also shows how to identify and remove the gaps and silences in the audio track.
Module 09 - Repairing and Enhancing Audio4 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to edit and enhance audio in Adobe Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to use the essential sound panel to repair noise, rumble, hum, and reverb in the audio track. He also demonstrates how to use the graphic equalizer effect to adjust the bass and treble of the sound.
Module 10 - Cutting Audio in Adobe Premiere Pro1 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to cut audio in Adobe Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to zoom in on the audio track, use the razor blade tool to remove unwanted spaces, and adjust the audio effects. He also gives some tips on how to make the videos more engaging for YouTube viewers.
Module 11 - Using AI Extensions to Remove Silences from Audio2 min.
In this video, Jeff discusses how to use Fire Cut, a plug-in for Premiere that can automatically remove silences from audio tracks. He demonstrates how to install the plug-in, how to adjust the settings, and how to apply it to a sample video. He also shows the difference in duration and quality before and after using Fire Cut.
Module 12 - Syncing Up Multiple Cameras6 min.
This is a tutorial on how to sync up multiple cameras in Premiere Pro using the audio tracks. Jeff demonstrates two methods: one manual and one automatic. He also explains the importance of having sound on both cameras and the concept of crests and troughs in audio waveforms.
Module 13 - Cutting Multi Cameras and Adding B Rolls9 min.
This video is on how to cut multi cameras and add B rolls in Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to sync, trim, and switch between different camera angles using the razor blade and disable tools. He also explains how to unlink the audio and video tracks and how to recover lost footage.
Module 14 - Create and Edit Voice Overs9 min.
This is a video tutorial on how to work with voice overs in Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to record, edit, and export a voice over, as well as how to use an AI program or a professional service to generate a voice over from text. He also demonstrates how to add captions, EQ effects, and pitch shifter to the voice over track.
Module 15 - Using B Roll in Your Videos: A History and Tutorial5 min.
This tutorial is on how to use B roll footage in video editing, with some historical background on the term and the technique. Jeff, the speaker, demonstrates how to cut and splice B roll clips to cover up jump cuts and match the audio narration. He also gives some tips on how to find and place B roll footage that relates to what he is talking about.
Module 16 - Adding Sound Effects to Your Videos2 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to add sound effects to videos in Adobe Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to find and download sound effects from a website, and how to sync them with the video clips. He also demonstrates how to add motion and Foley effects to enhance the video.
Module 17 - Using Music in Premiere Pro from Different Sources5 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to use music in Premiere Pro from different sources, such as YouTube videos or royalty free sites. Jeff shows how to download, import, and edit music tracks to match the video footage. He also warns about the potential copyright issues and limitations of using music from famous artists.
Module 18 - Basic Color Correction with Lumitri Color6 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to use Lumitri color in Premiere Pro to enhance the look of your videos. Jeff shows how to select different presets, adjust the exposure, contrast, and color balance, and add a vignette effect. He also explains how to use the Lumitri scopes and the RGB curves to monitor and fine-tune the color correction.
Module 19 - Using Ultra Key and Lighting Effects5 min.
This is a tutorial on how to use Ultra Key and Lighting Effects in Premiere Pro to create a realistic and dynamic green screen effect. Jeff demonstrates how to key out the background, adjust the color and exposure, and add different lights to the scene. He also shows how to nest the clips and export the video for easier editing.
Module 20 - Creating and Customizing Titles6 min.
This tutorial is on how to create and customize titles in Adobe Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to use the type tool, the essential graphics panel, and the alignment options to make different types of titles. He also demonstrates how to change the font, color, stroke, background, and shadow of the text
Module 21 - Using Ultra Key and Lighting Effects5 min.
This is a tutorial on how to use Ultra Key and Lighting Effects in Premiere Pro to create a realistic and dynamic background for a talking head video. Jeff demonstrates how to key out the green screen, adjust the color and exposure, add a background image, and apply different lighting effects to match the mood and tone of the video. He also explains how to export the video as a new file and edit it further in the next lesson.
Module 22 - Creating and Customizing Captions from Transcripts4 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to use Premiere Pro to create and customize captions from transcripts. Jeff shows how to transcribe the audio of a video, export the transcript as a text file, and generate captions with different styles and settings. He also explains how to edit the captions, sync them with the video, and export them as a separate file or burn them into the video.
Module 23 - Animating Titles and Shapes9 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to animate titles and shapes in Premiere Pro using effect controls and key frames. Jeff shows how to create a basic title and a rectangle shape, and how to change their position, scale, rotation, color, and crop with different effects. He also explains how to adjust the speed and smoothness of the animations with the distance and shape of the key frames.
Module 24 - Using Essential Graphics and Motion Graphics Templates4 min.
This a tutorial on how to use essential graphics and motion graphics templates in Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to import and customize different types of templates, such as titles, lower thirds, and YouTube openers. He also explains how to render the video if the computer is slow and where to find more templates online.
Module 25 - Using Basic Video Transitions3 min.
In this video, Jeff demonstrates how to use basic video transitions in Premiere, a video editing software. He shows how to apply different types of transitions between video clips, such as cross dissolve, dip to black, push, and zoom. He also explains how to adjust the alignment and duration of the transitions, and how to use them to indicate a time lapse.
Module 26 - Writing on the Screen4 min.
This a tutorial on how to write on the screen in Premiere Pro, using two different methods. Jeff demonstrates how to use the write on effect with keyframes, and how to use Photoshop to create a circle animation on a green background. He also shows how to adjust the color, size, position, direction, and speed of the circle, and how to add a marker sound effect.
Module 27 - Highlighting and Swivel Court Documents4 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to create a cool effect with court documents in Premiere Pro. Jeff shows how to invert, key out, highlight, and swivel the document, and how to add sound effects and music. He also explains the tools and parameters he uses along the way.
Module 28 - Creating and Using Proxies for Faster Editing3 min.
This video is about how to create and use proxies in Premiere Pro for faster editing. Jeff explains what proxies are, how to create them using Media Encoder, and how to toggle them on or off in the sequence timeline. He also shows the difference in file size and performance between the original and the proxy files.
Module 29 - Adding Markers and Notes3 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to add markers and notes in Premiere Pro. Jeff, shows us how to create markers on the timeline and edit their color and comment. He also explains how to mark the selection for exporting and how to avoid adding markers to multiple clips at once.
Module 30 - Exporting Videos with Different Settings and Media Encoder9 min.
This video is a tutorial on how to export videos in Premiere Pro with different settings and Media Encoder. Jeff shows how to select the in and out points, choose the format, adjust the bit rate, and save the file. He also explains how to use Media Encoder to export multiple videos while continuing to edit in Premiere Pro.
