# Video Editing Certificate Canonical URL: ## Overview Learn the essential tools and techniques of video editing, motion graphics, and audio design in this comprehensive program. You will work on hands-on projects that guide you through the entire video production process and equip you with the skills needed to succeed in the video industry. - **Edit Videos and Audio with Industry Tools:** Learn how to edit video footage using Adobe Premiere Pro by adjusting clip timing, speed, and color to achieve professional results. Clean up and mix audio tracks, remove noise, and add sound effects to enhance video production quality. - **Create Motion Graphics and Visual Effects with After Effects:** Explore the world of motion graphics by learning how to animate text, graphics, and layered elements from Photoshop and Illustrator using Adobe After Effects. Apply advanced techniques such as background replacement and motion tracking to bring your projects to life. - **Develop Advanced Editing Techniques:** Master advanced features in Premiere Pro, including custom transitions, multi-camera sequences, and special effects. Further your expertise in video production by incorporating motion design, compositing, and time remapping to create high-quality visual storytelling. - **Gain Hands-On Video Production Skills:** Work on real-world video editing projects to learn the end-to-end workflow for video production. From organizing footage to final edits, you will gain a deep understanding of industry-standard processes and best practices, preparing you for professional roles in video and media production. ## What you'll learn - Use timeless video editing principles to create interesting and dynamic videos - Video editing concepts, workflows, and best practices - Create and edit videos with Adobe Premiere Pro - Animate titles and graphics with Adobe After Effects - Clean up, mix, and work with audio - Create unique videos to build your demo reel (portfolio) ## Curriculum 1. **Premiere Pro Bootcamp** 2. **Premiere Pro Advanced** 3. **After Effects Bootcamp** 4. **Motion Graphics & Video Editing Portfolio Development** 5. **After Effects Compositing, Tracking, & Keying** 6. **Video Editing & Motion Graphics Capstone Project (Self-Paced)** 7. **AI for Video & Motion Graphics** **Skills covered:** Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Video Editing Demo Reels, Adobe Portfolio, Video Editing Principles, Video Compositing, Overlays & Graphics for Video ## Instructors ### Jerron Smith — Program Director & Senior Instructor Jerron has more than 25 years of experience working with graphics and video and expert-level certifications in Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator along with an extensive knowledge of other animation programs like Cinema 4D, Adobe Animate, and 3DS Max. He has authored multiple books and video training series on computer graphics software, such as After Effects, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash (back when it was a thing). He has taught at the college level for over 20 years at schools such as NYCCT (New York City College of Technology), NYIT (The New York Institute of Technology), and FIT (The Fashion Institute of Technology). ## FAQ ### Is there mandatory work outside of the classroom? Students are required to complete class projects outside of class hours for the Video Editing Portfolio class. Students are not required to complete any work outside of class for the Premiere Pro Bootcamp . Additionally, students are encouraged to practice the skills learned in class and develop a portfolio of work. ### How many students are in a class? Noble’s typical class ranges from 8–12 students, but we accept up to 20 students. ### How does the custom schedule work and what is the recommended class order? We have scheduled the certificate classes in various tracks (day, night, or weekend) for your convenience, but you can customize your schedule. When creating a custom schedule, you’ll be able to choose between the various available dates for each class in the certificate program. If you can’t make a particular class, you can choose a different scheduled instance that works better for you. Please keep the following in mind when scheduling: You must take Premiere Pro before taking the Video Editing Portfolio class (because you’ll be using those apps in the portfolio development class). ### What computer do I need to run Premiere Pro and After Effects? After Effects and Premiere Pro will both run on either Mac or PC. Make sure your computer meets the minimum system requirements for Premiere Pro and After Effects . ### Does this course teach videography? No. In this class, students won't learn videography or how to use a camera to shoot footage. Instead, CreativeLive will provide students with footage created for these projects (in some projects, students may be able to use footage they've filmed themselves). ### Will I receive access to Adobe Creative Cloud software? Yes, students enrolled in this course will receive 4 months of access to Adobe Creative Cloud software. After registering, please email hello@nobledesktop.com for instructions. ### What kind of laptop is suitable for completing the work in this course? Any laptop with the below specifications would be suitable: macOS Monterey (or later) or Windows 11 Model from 2021 onward is preferred RAM: 16GB minimum; 32-64GB or higher preferred 13.6-inch (2560 x 1664) display or larger External monitor preferred ## Reviews > Noble Desktop’s Video Editing Certificate program is packed with a number of well-taught, in-depth class exercises to experience. Between the first and last class my level of confidence working within the Premiere Pro, After Effects and Audition programs greatly increased. Jerron, our Yoda-from-a-distance (Zoom classes) instructor, answered all questions and brought a great sense of enthusiasm and excitement to every class. I asked, “Do you feel like you’re still learning?” He replied, “Of course, Adobe programs are always changing and getting better.” Learning is limitless, curiosity can’t be taught, and these classes generate them into a visual reality. > > — Peter J. McGouran, Owner | Head of Operations, Polluted Eyeball ## Pricing **Tuition:** $2995 Payment options: Student financing available; see the current application terms and pay-as-you-go installments.