Adobe Premiere Pro Training: Fast Track Silver

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Fast-track your video editing skills with this ultimate 5-day Premiere Pro training course for beginners and intermediate level students. Gain comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience to create professional-quality videos with confidence.

LOCATION

London
or Online

DURATION

5 days
10am – 4pm

LEVEL

Beginner to
Intermediate

Cost

(ex VAT)

Company: £795
Self-funding: £675
Online: £635

Adobe Premiere Pro Training: Fast Track Silver

LOCATION

London
or Online

DURATION

5 days
10am – 4pm

LEVEL

Beginner to Intermediate

Cost (ex VAT)

Company £795

Self-funding
£675

Online £635

Overview of the course

Our Fast Track Silver course is the perfect solution for anyone who wants to quickly become proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro. This course combines the content of our two-day beginner course and our three-day intermediate course, giving you a comprehensive five-day training program.

In the beginner portion of the course, you will learn the basics of video editing with Premiere Pro, including importing and organising footage, basic editing techniques, adding transitions and effects, and working with audio and titles. You will get hands-on experience with the software, using provided media assets.

In the intermediate portion of the course, you will build on your foundational skills and learn more advanced techniques, such as colour correction and grading, refining your edits, basic motion graphics, and more. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the editing process, providing practical tips and techniques to enhance your video projects.

By the end of the Fast Track Silver course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Adobe Premiere Pro, and you will be able to create high-quality videos from start to finish. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced editor, this course is the perfect way to fast-track your skills and become proficient in using Adobe Premiere Pro.

Dates

Next Course Date: 12 February, 2024

As this course is a combination of two different levels of training, you will need to pick a start date for each level below. The beginner level runs over two consecutive days, and the intermediate level is three days long.

Beginner Level

12 February, 2024
8 April, 2024
28 May, 2024
22 July, 2024
9 September, 2024
4 November, 2024

Intermediate Level

14 February, 2024
10 April, 2024
30 May, 2024
24 July, 2024
11 September, 2024
6 November, 2024

If the training dates listed here don’t suit your schedule, let us know and we can arrange a private / tailored training course for you where we can customise both the content and the dates of the course.

To find more about our Tailored Training courses, click here

Course Outline

The Fast Track Silver course is a combination of the Beginner and Intermediate levels. Here’s what you’ll learn during each level.

Beginner Level

Introduction to Premiere Pro

Brief discussion on system specs and how they affect performance
Video terminology
Introduction to digital video editing workflows
Creating a new project and saving it
Keeping files organised outside of Premiere Pro

File Organisation

Using the Project Panel to import and organise media
Creating bins to group files
Working with labels
Using the Media Browser Panel to preview and organise files

Previewing Clips

Using the Source Panel to preview clips
Shuttle controls
Keyboard shortcuts that speed up the workflow
Marking in/out points on clips
Customising the Source Panel

Performing Edits

Creating a Sequence based on the settings of a clip
Assembling a rough cut
Understanding the difference between Insert and Overwrite edits
Setting clips to specific durations
Enabling / Disabling clips in a sequence
Creating a simple interview edit

Timeline Basics

Understanding what is included in a Timeline
Working with both video and audio tracks
Adding and removing tracks from the Timeline
Navigating the Timeline horizontally and vertically
Using the Selection Tool to refine the edits on the Timeline
Making clips longer/shorter after an edit is performed
Moving clips in the Timeline
Copying, cutting and pasting clips

Using Multiple Tracks

Using multiple tracks to have audio and video content run simultaneously
Understanding Cutaways
Advantages and limitations of Cutaways
Use cases

Working with Audio

Correct audio levels and considerations for publishing
Adding background music to a sequence
“Ducking” audio to make it go quieter
Using the Razor Tool to cut the audio clips
Smoothing the shift in audio levels
Using basic audio keyframes

Video and Audio Transitions

Smoothing an audio edit by using transitions
Things to consider when using a transition
Video transitions, its uses, advantages and considerations
Limitations of transitions
Applying different types of transitions

Titles

Creating a simple and static opening title
Working with Lower Thirds
Title styles and formats
Using the Essential Graphics Panel
Title presets
Rolling titles

Applying Simple Effects

Understanding how effects work
Applying and removing effects
Basic colour correction effects
Previewing with/without effects

Exporting Media

Brief discussion on different video formats, frame rates, and file properties
Understanding the basics of codecs
Exporting for social media and various other platforms
File size vs quality

Intermediate Level

Advanced Trimming Tools

Refining the timeline by using the advanced trimming tools
Understanding how the Ripple Edit Tool works
Advantages and limitations of the Ripple Edit Tool
Syncing / Matching clips
Using the Rolling Edit tool to change the edit time
Creating J and L cuts with the Rolling Edit Tool
Using the Slip Tool to sync clips in place
How and when to use the Slide Tool

Advanced Audio Editing

Working with different types of Audio Keyframes
Useful shortcuts for audio editing
Copying / Pasting properties from an audio clip to another
Using the Essential Sound Panel to fix problems in audio clips
Removing background noise
Reducing reverb
Adding special audio effects

Motion Properties

Working with Motion Properties
Understanding how to change the Position, Scale, Rotation and the Anchor Point of clips
Working with Opacity
Resetting parameters

Animation in Premiere Pro

Motion Properties recap
Animation basics
Understanding keyframes
Creating a simple motion animation
Animating a title’s position
Animating other properties such as scale, rotation and opacity
Back-timed animation for precise movement
Enabling / Disabling animations

Animating Effects

Applying keyframes to effect parameters
Animating a blur effect
Changing the brightness of a clip gradually
Duplicating animations

Compositing

Creating a split screen
Adjusting clips sizes and properties to create a grid layout
Working with Guides and Safe Margins
Grouping clips together by using Nested Sequences

Masking Effects

Working with Masks to limit the effect to a certain part of the clip
Blurring someone’s face
Auto-tracking a mask
Manually keyframing the mask path
Working with mask properties such as Feather, Expansion and Opacity

Colour Correction Basics

Evaluating colour and brightness values
Working with Lumetri Color
Basic colour correction settings
White balance controls
Shadows and Highlights
Saturation controls
Applying LUTs (Look Up Tables) to clips

Working with Markers

Understanding what markers are used for
Creating and editing markers
Changing the duration of a marker
Adding comments to markers
Changing marker colours
Using markers to edit in sync with the audio beat

Class Exercise

Putting everything into practice by using the tools and methods you’ve learned during the training
Evaluating each other’s work
Constructive feedback

Work Samples

Here are a few examples of the kind of work you can expect to be able to create after completing this Photoshop course. Click the thumbnails to see explore the details.

Working with Selections

You will learn how to create accurate selections so that you can isolate a subject from the background.

Adjustment Layers

Instead of applying an adjustment to the entire image, you will learn how to do this selectively by using adjustment layers.

Retouching Skin

One of the most common uses of Photoshop is Skin Retouching. You will learn the best practices to ensure your image looks natural.

Working with Layers

Layers allow you to create complex compositions with endless possibilities. You will learn the ins and outs of how layers work.

Advanced Selections

Creating accurate selections mean that you can remove any background. Learn how to create perfect selections around hair and more.

Typography

Text is a crucial element in any design. Learn the foundations of typography and create a professional looking poster.

What's included?

Together with this course, you also get the following benefits at no extra cost.

Course Certification

At the end of your Premiere Pro training, you will receive a certificate of completion which you can use to demonstrate your competence in using Adobe Premiere Pro. Your certificate will be approved by one of our Adobe Certified Instructors

Lifetime Support

After your Premiere Pro training, you will have access to our technical email and phone support for a lifetime (yes, you read that right). You can contact us with any technical questions related to what you have learned on your Premiere Pro course.

Course Notes

As well as the training files you create during the course, you will also be given exercise files and notes that you can take away with you. Because, let’s admit, nobody enjoys going through a software manual that is hundreds of pages long.

Training Videos

After attending a classroom or online Premiere Pro training course, you will have free access to our extensive online training video library for seven days. All of our online training videos are produced by our instructors in partnership with digidemy.com

Free Class Retake

Once you complete your Premiere Pro course, you can come back and attend the same training session for free within 24 months. This is particularly useful to fill some gaps in your knowledge or just to refresh your skills and get a little more practice.

Course Recording

During the course, you will be able to record the training sessions so you can refer to it whenever you need to in the future. These recordings will be yours to keep forever and they will be an invaluable resource for your continued learning after the training.

As well as the certificate of completion that you will get at the end of your course, you will also have the option to take the official Adobe Certified Professional exam for an additional fee of £100. The ACP is the industry-recognised certification which proves that you have the in-demand and job-ready skills!

Offers

We want to provide you with the best possible Adobe Premiere Pro training experience. That’s why we have a number of offers to make the whole training process more manageable.

Money-Back Guarantee

If you are not truly satisfied with your Adobe Premiere Pro training course, neither are we. Let us know on the first day of the course and we will go the extra mile to make things right. If you are still not happy, we will refund 100% of your money.

Early Bird Discount

Book this course three months in advance and receive a 15% discount.

Group Bookings

If you book two people to attend the course on the same dates, you get a 5% discount. For three people the discount is 10% and for four or more people it is 15%.

Schools and Non-profits

If you work for an educational or non-profit organisation, you get a 15% discount.

Instalment Plans

We understand that it may not always be very easy to pay for your Adobe Premiere Pro training upfront. That’s why we offer a payment plan, which allows you to spread the cost of your training over 3, 6 or 12 months with 3%, 5% or 10% interest.

Want to learn more than one software?

This Premiere Pro course is also included in the Video Bundle. If you'd like to learn Premiere Pro and After Effects together, be sure to check our Video Bundle below.

Video Bundle

If you want to create high end videos, then this bundle is for you. It includes the After Effects and Premiere Pro training courses.

View Bundle

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FAQ

Couldn’t find the answer to you question? These might help.

Where does the classroom training take place?

Our address is: 3 Laybourne House, Admirals Way, London, E14 9UH.

We are located only a couple of minutes’ walk from both the Canary Wharf (Jubilee Line) and the South Quay DLR Stations.

What time does the course start / finish?

The course starts at 10am and runs until 4pm with a lunch break and a couple of short coffee breaks throughout the day.

How big are the classes?

We usually have between 4-6 students per class. So it is a very small group, which means you get a lot of individual help and attention.

What's the booking procedure?

When you decide which course and dates you would like to attend, you simply fill the contact form on this page, or get in touch with us by using the chat button. Upon receiving your request, we will raise an invoice and send it to you for payment.

Once we receive the payment, your place on the course gets confirmed and you receive the joining instructions.

When do I need to make the payment?

Payment needs to be made at least 10 days prior to the first day of your course. Until we receive your payment, your place on the course is not confirmed and if the course gets fully booked, we might ask you to wait until the next available date.

How can I pay for my course?

You can pay for your training course via BACS (direct bank transfer), by using any credit or debit card including VISA, Mastercard or AMEX. You can also pay by using PayPal.

Do I need to bring anything with me?

We provide the workstations, notepads, light snacks, biscuits, coffee, tea and chocolate (lots of it!) during the course, so you don’t need to bring anything along.

Can I use my own laptop on the training?

If you feel more comfortable using your own computer, you certainly can. Just make sure you let us know ahead of the course, so we can prepare a workstation for you to connect your laptop.

Can I use my own files during the course?

If you are attending a public scheduled training course with other students, then you would be following a pre-determined outline. This is to ensure that everyone benefits from the training. However, if you would like to use your own files during the course (perhaps you are working on a project that you’d like to use as a case study), check out our Tailored Training page.

How does the online training work?

Overview: Instead of travelling to our London studios, you can join the course remotely as an online student. You will be joining a classroom training session which takes place at one of our training centres with real instructors and students without leaving your home or office. You will have the opportunity to interact with your instructors during the live sessions, ask questions, follow demonstrations, hear and see your fellow students just like you would if you were physically here. It’s exactly like being in a classroom, without the cost of travel and accommodation. Plus the cost of the online training is lower than the traditional classroom training courses.

The platform: Our online courses run either on Zoom or Teams. During the training hours, you need to be in front of your computer and follow your instructor’s monitor as the demonstrations take place. You will then practice what you’ve learned on your own computer. Along the way, you will be able to interact with your instructor, ask questions as well as take part in discussions during the training. If you get stuck, your instructor can take control of your mouse and show you the right way of completing a specific task.

Prerequisites: Almost all modern computers nowadays will have sufficient technology for the live training courses. However, to ensure you get the most out of your online training experience, there are a few things to keep in mind. In order to attend one of the InDesign courses as an online student, you need to have a decent broadband connection (a connection that’s good enough for a traditional HD video call will suffice). You will also need a pair of headphones or speakers as well as a microphone. Although not compulsory, you are advised to have a dual-monitor setup. Ideally, you would be following your instructor from one monitor and use the other monitor to practice the tools you are taught. As an alternative, you can use a single monitor and switch between the online session and your software. You will need to have either the full version of the software you are learning or we can send you a link to download a free trial for a limited period.

Can I postpone my booking to another date?

Yes – as long as you give us 10 days’ notice, you can postpone your course to another date without any charges. For full details on cancelation and postponing, please refer to our T&Cs.

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Our expert instructors have years of experience in the video editing industry and are committed to delivering personalized instruction to each of our students. They’ll guide you through each stage of the editing process, from importing and organizing your media to adding special effects and transitions. You’ll learn how to use Premiere Pro to create professional-quality videos that will impress your audience.

The course content covers a wide range of topics, including basic editing techniques, working with audio, colour correction, and more. You’ll have access to a range of resources and materials to help you practice your skills, including project files and video tutorials. Our comprehensive approach ensures that you leave the course with the knowledge and confidence to create high-quality videos.

One of the advantages of our Fast Track Silver course is that it’s designed to suit your needs. We offer both in-person and online training options, so you can choose the option that best fits your schedule and learning style. Regardless of which option you choose, you’ll receive personalized feedback and support from our instructors throughout the course.

At Docklands Media, we prioritize a problem-solving approach to teaching. Our instructors don’t just show you how to use Premiere Pro; they help you develop the critical thinking skills needed to succeed in the creative industry. You’ll learn how to approach editing challenges with a solution-focused mindset, which will be an asset in any creative workplace.

What sets our Fast Track Silver course apart from our competitors is our commitment to delivering practical, hands-on training that prepares you for real-world video editing. Our course is designed to provide a learning experience that’s as close to the professional environment as possible. You’ll work on real-world projects and receive feedback on your work, so you can be confident in your ability to create high-quality videos.

In conclusion, if you’re looking for a comprehensive Adobe Premiere Pro training program that’s tailored to your needs, Docklands Media’s Fast Track Silver course is the right choice for you. Our expert instructors, comprehensive course content, and personalized instruction ensure that you’ll receive a learning experience that prepares you for a career in video editing. Visit our website today to learn more and get started on your journey to becoming a Premiere Pro expert!