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Intro to Video Editing

February 8 - 29, 2024

6 PM - 9 PM

This 4-part workshop will introduce you to the concepts and techniques of video editing, from basic theory to the hands-on skills needed to craft an edit from start to finish.

We’ll focus specifically on the DaVinci Resolve edit software – getting familiar with the interface and the tools available, and then diving right into editing. Topics covered include: importing and organizing raw media, building a rough cut, identifying changes needed in the edit, adding titles and music, and exporting the completed edit for delivery.

This is an in-person workshop offered at Digital Arts Resource Centre (67 Nicholas St, Ottawa). To participate in this workshop, we are asking that all participants please wear a mask while on site at DARC.

Registration

Session 1: Thursday, February 8, 6pm-9pm

Session 2: Thursday, February 15, 6pm-9pm

Session 3: Thursday, February 22, 6pm-9pm

Session 4: Thursday, February 29, 6pm-9pm

Participants will need access to:

(Optional) Personal laptop with DaVinci Resolve 18 (download here)

Any additional materials will be sent in advance via email

Please Note: Desktop computers will be provided for participants to use but you may bring your own laptop if you prefer. Workshop time will not permit the instructor to troubleshoot hardware or software issues on your laptop.

About DARC's Workshops

Digital Arts Resource Centre (DARC) provides training in a varied range of disciplines related to filmmaking and media art while making a dedicated effort to create a pathway to an intersectional education. We aspire to be a platform for creative support and community building through active participation and exchange of knowledge. Our workshops and courses explore the ways in which technical and conceptual frameworks can be used as tools to improve your creative practice. DARC’s educational offerings are open to members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work.

Workshop Pricing

DARC’s single-session online workshops are offered on a sliding scale, meaning individuals determine their own fee based on what they can afford.

We understand that everyone’s situation is different. When registering for workshops, we ask that you honestly examine your privilege (i.e. education, generational wealth, parental or community support, partnership status, and other circumstances that may provide a safety net when financial setbacks occur).

DARC also offers a no cost ticket option if access to funds is a barrier to participation. For more information please email us.

Who Is Eligible to Register for Workshops?

Workshops are open to Digital Arts Resource Centre members and the general public engaged in the creation of non-commercial, independent productions and work (Non-commercial, independent productions are productions for which the director retains copyright and artistic control, and for which the production is neither being produced for a client nor for the purpose of advertising or promotion).

Who Is Ineligible for Workshops?

Digital Arts Resource centre does not offer our workshops to persons employed by any government body or any major corporation if the resources are being used to facilitate benefit for one’s employer or for corporate professional development within one of these kinds of organizations. Our workshops are heavily subsidized as they are available only for independent artists/learners who cannot typically afford to take corporate rate workshops. You can find non-subsidized workshops from our friends at SPAO or Henry’s.

Cancellation

DARC is unable to provide course attendee refunds for cancellations. DARC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses if necessary.