Jianying Mastery: The Complete Editing Handbook

Course Overview:

Lesson 1: The Art of Color Grading

How to color-grade footage to make it more vivid.

Lesson 1: The Secrets Behind Stabilized Footage

Why stabilization matters and how to achieve it.

Lesson 1: Advanced Editing — Motion Inertia

Deep-dive into motion inertia to sharpen editing.

Lesson 1: Choosing the Right Resolution

Finding the best resolution for shooting.

Lesson 1: The Secrets of Shot Groups

What shot groups are and how to use them in video.

Lesson 1: Exploring the World of Montage

The meaning of montage for developing an editor's mindset.

Lesson 2: Matching Sound Effects to Footage

Using sound effects correctly and avoiding motion-inertia mistakes.

Lesson 2: Footage in Harmony with Music

Matching footage and music for an audio-visual feast.

Lesson 2: Fixed-Camera Shooting Tips

Fixed-camera shooting for quality videos.

Lesson 2: Golden Rules of Shot Design

Shot-design principles to guide short-film positioning.

Lesson 2: The Charm and Techniques of Slow Motion

The visual principles of slow motion and how to use them.

Lesson 2: Organizing Footage & Editing Basics

Organizing footage and basic editing for a solid foundation.

Lesson 3: Choosing Cut Points

Tips for choosing cut points to edit faster.

Lesson 3: Applying Slow Motion

Using slow motion to add drama.

Lesson 3: Secrets of the Storyboard

Writing storyboards to improve storytelling.

Lesson 3: Less Is More

The less-is-more mindset for concise, refined work.

Lesson 3: Music and Footage in Perfect Sync

Matching music and footage for more emotional impact.

Lesson 3: Volume Adjustment & Adding SFX

Tuning volume and adding SFX to enrich video expression.

Lesson 4: The 55-Rule Editing Technique

Applying the 55 rule to improve editing.

Lesson 4: Demo of Your First Film

Demo of editing your first film to build practical skill.

Lesson 4: Storyboard-Writing Tips

Storyboard-writing tips for video creation.

Lesson 4: Mastering Shooting Fundamentals

Lesson 4: Mastering Shooting Basics

Lesson 4: Mobile Camera Settings

Mobile shooting parameter settings for quality.

Lesson 4: Time-Lapse Footage & Adding Text

Handling time-lapse and adding text for fun.

Lesson 5: Applying Dissolve Transitions

Using dissolves for smoother transitions.

Lesson 5: Backward Script Practice

Backward scripting to spark creative inspiration.

Lesson 5: Adding Titles & Subtitles

Adding titles and subtitles to improve information delivery.

Lesson 5: Speed-Change Techniques

Speed-change techniques for variety.

Lesson 5: Editing Thinking Before Shooting

Thinking about editing before shooting for innovation.

Lesson 5: Time-Lapse Charm & Application

Time-lapse principles and use cases.

Lesson 6: Raising Video Aesthetics

Tips to raise video aesthetics and attract viewers.

Lesson 6: Applying Jump Cuts

Using jump cuts for rhythm and visual punch.

Lesson 6: Drawing Inspiration from Others' Videos

Drawing inspiration from others to expand creative range.

Lesson 6: Exposure & Focus Lock

Locking exposure and focus for quality footage.

Lesson 6: Don't Overuse Dissolves

Why beginners shouldn't overuse dissolves, and restraint.

Lesson 7: Matching Editing Techniques

Applying techniques appropriately for overall quality.

Lesson 7: Basic Shooting Homework

Requirements for basic shooting homework.

Lesson 7: Avoid Zooming In While Shooting

Why avoid zooming in while shooting, for greater professionalism