DAVINCI RESOLVE 20 BEGINNER’S GUIDE

Blackmagic Design is dedicated to empowering storytellers by developing accessible, innovative technology. With training programs suited to both beginners and seasoned professionals, this course equips you with the essential skills to boost creativity, improve workflow efficiency, and deliver high-quality results. DaVinci Resolve stands as the world’s only all-in-one solution that combines editing, color correction, visual effects, motion graphics, and audio post-production in a single software tool.

This introductory training covers the DaVinci Resolve user interface, guiding you through the layout of essential tools and features. You will learn how the Media, Edit, Fusion, Color, Fairlight, and Deliver pages are seamlessly integrated, enabling you to explore nearly any post-production workflow imaginable.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

• Gain a solid understanding of the DaVinci Resolve user interface and core features, including project setup, media import, and navigating the various panels.

• Master fundamental editing techniques such as cutting, trimming, and arranging clips on the timeline to craft a cohesive narrative or sequence.

• Use editing tools effectively to elevate visual storytelling, including applying transitions, adjusting clip properties, and using key frames for basic animations.

• Integrate audio elements into projects, such as importing, arranging, and adjusting audio tracks to synchronize perfectly with video clips.

• Apply basic color correction and grading techniques to refine the visual quality of edits, adjusting exposure, contrast, color balance, and adding creative looks.

• Understand the process for exporting completed projects from DaVinci Resolve, selecting suitable export settings and formats for various platforms or delivery needs.

• Implement best practices for project organization and management within DaVinci Resolve to streamline your editing workflow and maintain order.

• Troubleshoot common editing challenges, such as resolving playback issues, managing project files, and optimizing software performance.

• Demonstrate the ability to complete editing projects independently, showcasing creativity, technical skill, and attention to detail in the final output.

Technical Requirements

DaVinci Resolve 20 for Mac and Windows. Users with an older version of DaVinci Resolve will need to upgrade to the latest version to follow along with the course lessons.