INTRO TO VIDEO EDITING
Located at Zeitgeist’s Media Arts Lab (222 E Superior St, Suite 306). Classes are designed for those aged 16+. The level is Beginner – no prior experience needed!
Class Description:
Learn how to shape raw footage into powerful stories. This beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of video editing, combining hands-on practice with creative exploration. Over 8 weeks, you’ll become familiar with industry-standard editing softwares like Adobe Premiere and DaVinci Resolve, while developing the skills to cut, organize, and polish your own video projects.
Dates:
Tuesdays, 6:00 – 8:30 pm, starting June 3, 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 8, 15, 22
Duration:
8 Weeks · Schedule: Once a week, 2.5 hours per session
Location:
The class will be held at the Zeitgeist Media Arts Lab.
Instructor:
William Cox, Owner of Superior FX.
Topics Include:
- Editing Software Basics: Intro to tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve
- Project Setup & Organization: Best practices for managing footage, timelines, and media
- Techniques: Trimming clips, sequencing scenes, and editing for rhythm and flow
- Audio Editing: Syncing sound, using music, and basic mixing
- Basic Effects & Titles: Adding transitions, motion, and text
- Exporting & Sharing: Output settings for web, social media, and screenings
Costs:
$95 for the entire session, scholarships available.*
Whether you’re working on a documentary, short film, or social media content, this course will give you the confidence to bring your vision together in the edit.
*Limited Scholarships! If inquiring about a scholarship, please send an email to vera@zeitgeistarts.com
About the Instructor:
William Cox
William J Cox is a seasoned visual effects artist with a strong foundation in visual effects and motion graphics, honed through formal education. In 2011, Will moved to Los Angeles to kickstart his career, initially working in rotoscoping for various television shows and commercials. Over time, he transitioned into compositing and has remained a dedicated compositor ever since.
In 2019, Will took a major step in his creative journey by directing his first feature film, “Seed of Doubt”. Building on years of industry experience, he co-founded the post-production company “Superior-FX” in Duluth, Minnesota, alongside business partner Jon Julsrud in 2023. Together, they work on a variety of film projects, bringing their expertise to the forefront. With over 80 projects under his belt, Will continues to be a driving force in the visual effects industry.
The Zeitgeist Minnesota Media Arts School, in partnership with the Minnesota Discovery Center, is an affordable option for the Northland’s diverse creative community ranging from filmmakers, graphic designers, multimedia artists, and theatrical artists to learn, work, create, and connect. With teaching hubs in Chisholm and Duluth, we will add important contributions to the regional film ecosystem.
Our goal is to empower, support, and educate Northland community members ages 16+ as active participants in shaping our culture, and engage diverse communities to rethink the way we view film, art, and local storytelling. We provide access and a platform to work, learn, create, and experience filmmaking and media production in our community.
Benefits include access to iMac computers loaded with creative design and editing software, meeting rooms, multi-media studios, film/video equipment for on-site photo/video shoots & projects, digital tools, and more.
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