LESSON 1 Flashcards
is the process of manipulating and
rearranging video shots to create a new work.
Video editing
In the old days of analog TV and VHS video, video editing is carried out using huge workstations in a process called
“linear video editing”
Until the advent of computer-based
random access non-linear video editing systems in.the early __ “linear video editing” was simply called__
1990s
“video editing”
This is the measure of the number of horizontal and vertical pixels of a video image, in other words, the size of the image.
Resolution
This is the ratio between the horizontal and the vertical resolution of an image. Typically, you will come across just two: 4:3 and 16:9. When starting a video editing project, the first things you will decide are the image resolution and__. This will most likely be determined for you by the source material.
Aspect Ratio
The term most often used to describe what kind of digital video you are using is “format”. It is a confusing term because it can mean either its __ or its file format. __ refers to how
analog video images are digitized (using a codec), whereas format usually refers to how digitized images are organized in a file.
Encoding
There are also three general container formats that are used to “wrap” a variety of encoded video and audio. They are:
- AVI (Audio Video Interleave) developed by Microsoft.
- MOV (QuickTime Movie) developed by Apple Inc.
- MKV (Matroska Multimedia Container)
BEST 10 EDITING TOOLS
- Movavi Video Editor Plus
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Filmora
- CyberLink PowerDirector
- OpenShot
- Shotcut
- Hitfilm Express
- DaVinci Resolve
- Adobe Premiere Elements
10.Microsoft Photo
is a robust Windows movie editor with a Mac-compatible version available as
well. _ offers a free download and trial period, and users can choose to purchase a one-year license or a lifetime license. The base version of this video editor includes key features, such as keyframe animation, effects and transitions, cutting, trimming, and joining, and fast processing for high-definition (4K) videos.
Movavi Video Editor Plus
is a professional-level platform for editing videos on Windows computers. For PC users, __ has been a go-to editing tool for years, with a wide range of features, tools, and effects. Some users have reported that it may crash when processing larger files, and it has a bit of a learning curve.
Adobe Premiere Pro
is a line of video creation and editing
applications developed by Wondershare. ,__ includes products for a range of users from beginner to intermediate. Common features of _ include a timeline, preview window, and effects library, navigated and controlled using a drag-and-drop interface.
Filmora
is a comprehensive platform for professional video editing, but it’s also a top pick for many amateurs as well. Key features include motion tracking, color correction, and filters and transitions.
CyberLink PowerDirector
is freeware video editing software for Windows 10, Linux, and Mac OS X. While the software is robust and offers a lot of effects and tools to edit clips, like PowerDirector, it may be harder for experienced editors to use.
OpenShot
is open-source video editing software for Windows and Mac. Of the free video-editing apps available, __ stands out for its frequent updates and a relatively good level of documentation and support. The user interface is fairly simple and straightforward, with a wide array of features and effects to choose from.
Shotcut
bills itself as “free video editing
software with professional-grade VFX tools.” While it does boast professional tools and a robust platform, the “free” part of this statement isn’t entirely true.
While _ offers a free download, there is no free version beyond the trial period. However, many users love the built-in effects and transitions, and the platform offers playback options that expedite editing processes.
Hitfilm Express
Is a video editing mega-tool. It includes all of the most popular editing tools and features, and adds color correction, motion graphics, and audio post-production features, as well. For professional editors, _ is a good option for editing videos on Windows.
Davinci Resolve
For video creators looking for a more affordable version of Adobe Premiere Pro, __ might be a good option for a video editor for Windows 10. The platform is user-friendly and simple to get started with.
Adobe Premiere Elements
Is a basic photo and video editing. tool that’s available for free from the _ store. It excels at photo montages and gives users a quick and easy way to create nostalgic videos with fun soundtracks from their digital photos.
Microsoft Photos
is detailed in the Terms of Service. Whenever you post a video on YouTube, you basically grant YouTube to broadcast your video on YouTube. Apart from that, you retain all copyright. It means you allow people to watch your video, but not download it, copy, or distribute it. If you want people to be able to redistribute it you can select a Creative Commons license.
YouTube Standard Licence
provide a standard way for content creators to grant someone else
permission to use their work. YouTube allows users to mark their videos
with a CC BY license. These videos are then accessible to YouTube users for use, even commercially, in their own videos via the YouTube Video Editor.
Creative Commons Licence
In many countries, certain uses of copyright-protected works do not infringe the copyright owner’s rights. For example, in the United States, copyright rights are limited by the doctrine of “fair use,” under which certain uses of
copyrighted material for criticism, commentary, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research may be
considered fair.
Fair Use of copyright-protected work
is essentially the process of editing segments of motion video production footage by cutting, trimming and overlaying them, and adding special effects and sound recordings.
Video editing
The __ behind digital video are
profound and complicated. In order to begin the process of video editing, you need to know the basic concepts of digital video.
technologies
Aspect Ratio/ Technology
4:3- Analogue TV, VCD, DVD,
LCD, SDTV
16:9- HDTV, UHDTV
