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Learning how to edit videos can be incredibly rewarding, but also challenging if you're just starting out. Whether you're editing YouTube videos or cutting a feature-length documentary, editing requires the right mix of both creativity and technical knowledge. Here are two helpful tips to make your video editing process more manageable and productive.
Learn Important Terms
Just like in any industry, there's a ton of jargon to learn in editing. You don't need to know all of the terms to become a better video editor. Still, a fundamental knowledge of the concepts may help you communicate better with other video editors or clients. Essential concepts include the following:
Use Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts are a great way to become a faster and more efficient video editor. Mastering them will help you save a ton of time when performing frequent and repetitive tasks. The best way to learn keyboard shortcuts, is to print out a cheat sheet that you can easily reference while you're editing. Here are free keyboard shortcut references for several professional editing applications:
To learn more about video editing techniques for success, join us for a free workshop, Essential Resources for Video Editors on March 5th. Plus, check out our upcoming classes and intensives at mnn.org/learn.