Intro to DaVinci Resolve w/ Editing

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Date and Time

Mon, Feb 10
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Tue, Feb 11
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Price

$75 AFS MEMBER | $85 REGULAR PRICE

Location

Studio 1 (Austin Public)
1143 Northwestern Ave, Austin, TX 78702

Continuing Education

Intro to DaVinci Resolve w/ Editing

This two-day course offers a focused introduction to DaVinci Resolve, one of the industry’s most powerful post-production tools. Designed for beginners, this hands-on workshop will teach you the foundational skills to confidently edit video using Resolve’s intuitive interface and robust features. By the end of the class, you’ll feel comfortable with DaVinci Resolve’s editing workflow and be ready to use it for your own video projects. Whether you’re a hobbyist or taking your first steps into professional editing, this course will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to get started. Sign up today to bring your creative ideas to life!

Course Highlights:

  • Day 1: Learn the essentials of editing — importing footage, timeline basics, and creating sequences.
  • Day 2: Explore advanced foundational tools like transitions, effects, and exporting, and dive into how editing decisions influence color correction.

Topics covered include:

  • Navigate DaVinci Resolve’s interface and tools.
  • Import, organize, and manage your footage effectively.
  • Edit video on the timeline: cut, trim, and arrange clips.
  • Sync audio and perform basic audio edits.
  • Add transitions and effects to videos for a polished look.
  • Learn color grading basics and how edits impact final visuals.
  • Export your project in different formats and to different platforms.

About the Instructor:

Brian Kaleh is a video storyteller, educator, and entrepreneur. He is the co-founder and creative director at Kaleh Media, a firm dedicated to delivering compelling brand stories that build communities and inspire action through high-quality video production. His previous roles include the assistant director for marketing at the University of Texas at Austin, lead editor and promotions producer for the nightly news at CBS Austin (KEYE-TV), and leader of video departments for full-service advertising agencies in Austin. Brian has produced and edited several short films, including WHY WE FIGHT, which was featured in multiple festivals. He also served as the animator for the international award-winning documentary BARBETTE+FONTAINE and produced and directed the University of Texas episode for College Tour, an Amazon TV show. Additionally, he takes pride in creating pro-bono videos for non-profits like the YMCA and United Way as well as other causes and social-impact organizations he is passionate about.

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