
About Course
π¨ DaVinci Resolve: Color Grading and Video Editing
Code: 10025-GR
π Course Description:
Master the art of color grading and professional video editing using DaVinci Resolve, an industry-standard tool trusted by filmmakers and post-production studios worldwide. This course combines storytelling through editing with the creative science of color correction to help you build cinematic and polished video content.
π§ͺ Technical Information:
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π Course Duration: 30 hours (Over 4 weeks)
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π» Software: DaVinci Resolve (Free & Studio versions supported)
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π¬ Level: Intermediate
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ποΈ Focus: Non-linear editing, professional color grading, audio mixing
π― Target Audience:
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π₯ Filmmakers and video editors
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ποΈ Colorists seeking to improve cinematic visuals
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π Media students and creatives
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π’ Content creators producing professional-level content
π‘ What Will I Learn?
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π§© Navigate DaVinci Resolveβs interface and media management tools
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π¬ Perform advanced video editing using a timeline-based workflow
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π¨ Master color grading tools including LUTs, curves, and color wheels
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π Mix and edit audio professionally within the same environment
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π€ Export video content optimized for various digital platforms
π Course Modules:
πΉ Module 1: Introduction to DaVinci Resolve (7 hours)
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ποΈ Exploring the interface: Media, Cut, Edit, Color, Fairlight, and Deliver
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π₯ Importing and organizing footage
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βοΈ Basic editing, trimming, and timeline navigation
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π¨ Intro to color grading: primary color wheels and corrections
πΉ Module 2: Advanced Color Grading (7 hours)
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π Color theory and cinematic color workflows
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π§ͺ Using curves, LUTs, and the color wheel
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π― Secondary correction and isolating elements
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π§ Matching shots and correcting skin tones accurately
πΉ Module 3: Video Editing and Effects (8 hours)
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𧬠Non-linear editing techniques for storytelling
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π Adding transitions and dynamic effects
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π Audio editing, equalization, and effects
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πΌοΈ Custom effects, text titles, and fusion composition
πΉ Module 4: Finalizing and Exporting Projects (8 hours)
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ποΈ Export settings for YouTube, Vimeo, social media
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βοΈ Compression settings for web vs. broadcast
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π¦ Finishing touches for delivery and portfolio presentation
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π Final Project: Create and deliver a polished, color-graded video
π¦ Materials Included:
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π¬ Sample raw footage for practice
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π¨ LUTs and grading presets
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π Timeline templates and editing worksheets
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π Final project instructions and review checklist
β Requirements / Instructions:
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π» Computer capable of running DaVinci Resolve (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
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π§ Headphones or speakers for audio mixing
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π§ Prior experience with any video editing software is helpful
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π Sufficient storage for media files and project exports