5 Top Points to Consider For High-Quality Video Editing

An editor can put videos into one piece of art, which can be consumed and translated as the creator wishes. In this article, we want to help by giving you tips around video editing to make it easier and more practical in the future. Follow along to get these helpful life hacks.

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1. Choose the Right Editing Software

The first step you need to do is pick which software you want to use for video editing. Typically, you'll be hoping for general basics, the standards, or the essentials of video editing. But, some have their unique value in the features, interface, and so on. The mandatory key here is to pick the one that most suits you. It doesn't need to be advanced, but it should always be manageable.

Now, you probably heard the names of After Effects or Premiere Pro. While they're great in value, the price is quite demanding, especially for beginners. It's time to consider the freebies first, like DaVinci Resolve, which is both accessible and a great tool even for advanced users.

2. Fast Computer Isn't a Must But Needed.

Video editing and graphic designing need a decent computer set to be able to work correctly. You won't run on a potato on a long-term basis. If you still don't have what it takes, maybe it's time to save a bit for upgrades. We're not talking about what kind of brand you need to take, but rather their specifications. Please make sure they can do the job and won't be easily broken or halted in the process.

Turning HDD into SDD will also help a lot. It can make the whole process of video editing much faster, including file delivery and render. Shortening the rendering time can also be done when you've upgraded the RAM to at least meet the minimum standard of 8GB. Always get the recommended and latest video cards and processors if you're running for a more professional field.

Generally, it's much easier to upgrade a PC than Macs, especially if you want to do it all your own. Customizing the desktop and changing its component is actually pretty easy, without any limitation (only knowledge).

In Apple computers, there are a few limitations in scope and quality. We're not saying it's terrible, but compared to desktop, it makes the video editing process ineffective, especially if you want to edit on devices like iPad or iPhone.

3. Watch Video Editing Tutorials

Nowadays, you can source knowledge from anywhere. YouTube videos, blogs, and articles can help you a lot in the journey of learning video editing. Most videos on YouTube are free to watch, especially the tutorial ones. Whether you want to edit your videos into movies or commercial videos, the knowledge is all there.

Sadly though, there are some regions out there that blocking YouTube, limiting its access entirely. Though it is unfair for many people, it's a rule issued by the government, so citizens will find it hard to find a way out. To overcome it, you can try to read this interesting article on how to unblock YouTube. Thus, you can gain information again from this platform at any time you want.

Other than YouTube, there are learning websites offering tutors in many fields, including video editing. Sites like Skillshare, Video Copilot, or Red Giant Tutorials will grand you additional info you might need.

4. Get the Same Project Files

When following a tutorial, whether on a website or YouTube, get the duplicate project files as the instructors use. This will make the learning process much better, but you can grasp the same amount of experience to make you familiar with the flow. There are tutorials out there that already put the raw or project files in the description. Just download them all, and follow along.

5. Obey the 321 Rule

As video editors, you may take the same way the woodworkers took. In their work, they measure the size twice and cut only once. It's more or less the same with video editing; only there's an additional rule. The 321 rule, are you familiar with it?

The idea is to have at least three copies of your creation and store it in two different locations, with one of them is physically separated.

What you need to do as a video editor is to tell a story while delivering the underlined message of your creation.

Create your film to be aesthetically pleasing while not forgetting the core goal. Bring your video as a way to evoke emotion and make the audience feel engaged within the story.

Isabella Humphrey

Update 24 May 2021