DaVinci Resolve Video Editing Intro Course

Introduction to DaVinci Resolve Workspace

Overview of the workspace

Using DaVinci Resolve’s Pages (Media, Cut, Edit, Fusion, Colour, Fairlight and Deliver)

Basic navigation and keyboard shortcuts

Importing video, audio, and images

Organising files and projects

Starting a Rough Cut Edit

Setting up a new project

Adding clips to a timeline

Understanding track layers

Using the basic editing tools: Selection, Trim, Blade, and Slip

Removing unwanted footage using basic trimming techniques

Working With Audio

Importing audio files and adding them to the timeline

Basic audio editing: adjusting levels, adding fades

Mixing audio

Transitions and Effects

Adding basic transitions (including Cut, Dissolve and Fade)

Adding simple visual effects using the Effects Library

Adjusting transition duration and styles

Text and Titles

Creating basic titles and credits using the Text tool

Customising fonts, colours, and animations

Adding logos and images

Using title templates

Color Correction and Basic Grading

Introduction to the Colour tab and colour wheels

Adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation, and white balance

Using LUTs for basic colour grading

A brief look at nodes

Finalising Your Edit

Reviewing and refining cuts and transitions

Basic project troubleshooting

Using markers and flags for notes

Exporting Your Final Project

Using the Deliver tab and rendering settings

Choosing the right format and resolution (YouTube, Vimeo, Social Media, etc.)

Setting up export presets and batch exporting