Video editing is simply the act of cutting, arranging, and improving video clips to make them clear, interesting, and professional.
In Nigeria, video editing is mainly used to create content for social media, advertise businesses, promote events, and make money online.
Professional Video Editing (Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects)
Level: Beginner → Advanced
Duration: 8–12 Weeks (Flexible)
MODULE 1: Introduction to Video Editing
- What video editing is and career opportunities
- Types of video editors (content, film, ads, corporate)
- Overview of Adobe Premiere Pro & After Effects
- Understanding video formats (MP4, MOV, AVI)
- Hardware & system requirements
MODULE 2: Adobe Premiere Pro – Basics
- Workspace overview & panels
- Importing media (video, audio, images)
- Timeline basics (tracks, clips, markers)
- Basic cuts, trims & ripple edits
- Using the Razor tool
- Saving & managing projects
MODULE 3: Editing Techniques & Workflow
- Storytelling with video
- Continuity & pacing
- Jump cuts vs smooth cuts
- B-roll usage
- Multi-camera editing
- Organizing files professionally
MODULE 4: Audio Editing & Sound Design
- Audio levels & normalization
- Removing background noise
- Syncing audio with video
- Adding sound effects & music
- Voice-over editing
- Using Essential Sound Panel
MODULE 5: Color Correction & Color Grading
- Understanding color theory
- White balance & exposure
- Lumetri Color panel
- Color correction vs grading
- Cinematic looks
- Using LUTs
MODULE 6: Effects & Transitions
- Using built-in transitions
- Creating smooth transitions
- Speed ramping & slow motion
- Zoom, blur & motion effects
- Masking basics
- Keyframes & animation
MODULE 7: Adobe After Effects – Motion Graphics
- Introduction to After Effects interface
- Difference between Premiere Pro & After Effects
- Creating text animations
- Logo animations
- Lower thirds & titles
- Motion tracking basics
MODULE 8: Visual Effects (VFX)
- Green screen (Chroma Key)
- Background replacement
- Rotoscoping basics
- Simple visual effects
- Compositing videos
- Exporting from After Effects to Premiere Pro
MODULE 9: Exporting & Delivery
- Export settings for YouTube, Instagram, TV
- Compression without losing quality
- Aspect ratios (16:9, 9:16, 1:1)
- File naming & delivery standards
- Client-ready exports
MODULE 10: Career, Freelancing & Monetization
- Building a strong portfolio
- Editing for brands & businesses
- Freelancing platforms (Upwork, Fiverr, local clients)
- Pricing video editing services
- Working with content creators & companies
- Copyright & client agreements
FEES: N150,000