If you're here, you already know: Video is *the* way forward. It's not only the future—it's the right now. There's no better way to tell an immersive story than through video—whether you're a brand, an influencer, or a person with a vision.
Back in 2011, I created a video of myself that landed me a dream internship where I literally traveled around the world for free. I didn't even use a legitimate camera to shoot that video—just Photo Booth and the built-in lens on my sister's laptop.
That's when it hit me: Video editing is an incredibly powerful tool for marketing the most valuable product out there: yourself.
Hi, I'm Brigette—aka Hummusbird.
Since my discovery, I've used video multiple times as a means to introduce myself to the brands and companies I once only dreamed of working for. And it works. Again and again, it works.
Listen, I'm not saying you have to make a video of yourself every time you want a new job (I mean, you cooould). All I'm saying is video is pow-er-ful. And having the skills and confidence to edit a highly-engaging video on your own? Welp, that's everything.
Oh, and another thing—it's so damn fun.
I can not *wait* for you to feel the magnificence of getting into an editing groove. It's just you and your project, and nothing can pry you away. Full immersion. Pure enjoyment. Welcome to the flow state of editing.
And that feeling of hitting *export* on a perfectly-edited project once it's reached completion? Oooooooooo, there's nothing better.
✨ Welcome to the Course! ✨
Lesson 1: What Makes an Engaging Video on Social Media?
Lesson 2: Workspace Intro 〰️ Importing Video + Audio
Lesson 3: Sizing Your Video for Every Social Platform
Lesson 4: Adjusting Rotation, Position, and Scale
Lesson 5: Assembling Your Video 〰️ Technical Skills & Key Commands
Lesson 5 ✨Workshop✨: Assembling Your Video 〰️ Creating an Engaging Intro
Lesson 5: Assembling Your Video 〰️ Choosing the Best Clips Visually
Lesson 6: How to Fit Horizontal Clips into a Vertical Frame (and Vice Versa)
Lesson 7: Audio Basics
Lesson 8: Sourcing & Editing with Music
Lesson 9: Adding Text
Lesson 10: Incorporating Still Images
Lesson 11: Slow Mo, Speeding Up, and Reversing Clips
Lesson 12: Applying Transitions
Lesson 13: Creating a Video-Within-a-Video Effect
Lesson 14: How to Clone Yourself 〰️ Creating a Split Screen with the Crop Tool
Lesson 15: Creating a Perfect Loop
Lesson 16: Color Basics
Lesson 17: Exporting Your Video
✨ You did it! ✨
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You'll need a computer and access to Adobe Premiere Pro.
If you're not ready to commit to Premiere Pro, but still want to take the course, Adobe has a free 7-day trial that'll be perfect for you.
Tbh, probably! This course has what you're lookin' for if:
• You're brand new to video editing
• You've dabbled in editing and want to level-up your skills
• You've edited a bunch but are new to Premiere Pro
• You're looking to get into video content on social media
All of 'em! While the lessons are taught with social media in mind, you'll be learning the technical skills you need to edit videos of any kind.
This course was designed with an ~all killer, no filler~ mindset. My goal is to provide you with everything you need—and nothing you don't—in order to edit high-quality, engaging videos.
Since it's taught through the lens of social media, it's packed with useful tips and guidance for creating edits that will maximize engagement on allll the social platforms.
Bonus: it's more affordable :) I've seen similar courses out there for $499+, but I didn't want to do that to you. All the quality is here, though. Trust.
And last but not least, 10% of every sale is donated to the Black Artist Foundry. ❣️
Nope! Once you sign up, you'll have lifetime access.