Editing your class video footage is straightforward, provided you have the right tools. Most computers have built-in, user-friendly editing software. If yours doesn’t or you’re looking for some guidance, here is a list of our favorite free and low-cost tools.
Easy-To-Use Video Editing Software
Mac
- iMovie (Free)
- DaVinci Resolve (Free)
- ScreenFlow ($99)
- Final Cut Pro ($299)
- Adobe Premiere Pro ($21/month)
PC
- DaVinci Resolve (Free)
- VSDC (Free)
- Filmora (Free + Paid Version)
- Lightworks (Free + Paid Version)
- Camtasia ($199)
- Adobe Premiere Pro ($21/month)
Editing Basics
Check out this video for some quick editing tips: Editing 101 with Vimeo.
Four Easy Steps
- Transfer your footage
- Use a USB cable or memory card reader.
- Import your footage
- Once your footage is transferred to your computer, open your editing software and import all your raw video footage.
- Cut + edit your footage
- Drag footage to your timeline and cut out “ums” and any bad takes. Don’t forget to save frequently!
- Export and publish
- Skillshare’s video player requires HD videos. Find the export menu in your editing software and select HD 1080 or 720. See your recommended settings here.
Additional Resources
Here are some software-specific resources to get you started.
- Quicktime
- Editing with Quicktime
- Quicktime Support: Edit Section
- Video Tutorial: How to Trim Video in Quicktime
- iMovie
- Camtasia