DaVinci Resolve Basics
Instructor: Jacob Emery
Unlock the power of professional video editing with DaVinci Resolve! This beginner-friendly class will walk you through the core features and workflow of Resolve, giving you the tools to confidently edit high-quality videos. Whether you’re making content for social media, business, or personal projects, this course will lay the groundwork for creative and efficient editing.
Topics Covered:
· Navigating the DaVinci Resolve interface and key workspaces (Media, Edit, Color, Fairlight)
· Importing and organizing your footage using the Media Pool and Bins
· Core editing techniques: Cutting, trimming, and assembling clips in the Edit page
· Using transitions and video effects to enhance your edit
· Audio basics: Adding music, sound effects, and voiceovers in Fairlight
· Intro to color correction and grading in the Color page
· Exporting finished videos using custom presets for web, social, and more
Equipment Required:
· Laptop with DaVinci Resolve installed (latest version recommended, free version is acceptable)
· Laptop charger/power adapter
· Headphones for audio monitoring (optional but encouraged)
· Sample video clips for hands-on practice (provided or feel free to bring your own)
· External SSD or hard drive (optional for quicker media access)