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“The instructor was extremely knowledgeable about Premiere Pro, and the exercises were interesting. I feel like I can use this program now without being too intimidated.”
Jonah Schrogin
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Take your videos to a new level by learning the essentials of Adobe Premiere Pro, the industry-standard video and film editing software package used today.
Learn how to use Adobe Premiere Pro to create professionally edited videos in this comprehensive class. From importing and organizing footage to advanced editing techniques like multi-cam editing and green screen removal, this course will equip you with the skills to create compelling video content.
Become a skilled Video Editor by learning video editing, motion graphics, and audio editing using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Audition. Showcase your expertise by creating a professional video editing demo reel to impress prospective clients or employers.
Become a skilled Video Editor and Motion Graphics Designer by learning Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Cinema 4D Lite, and Audition. Develop creative techniques and concepts for editing videos, and showcase your skills by creating a professional demo reel.
Learn basic through advanced Premiere Pro skills and become an Adobe Certified Professional in this hands-on course.
Learn motion graphics and visual effects with Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Cinema 4D Lite. Develop your skills in animation, video editing, and special effects, and create a motion graphics demo reel to showcase your work to potential clients or employers.
Take your video editing skills to the next level with this advanced Premiere Pro training course. Learn how to create custom transitions, light leaks, and other visual effects, work with audio, edit action sequences, and master the art of vertical video.
Learn Adobe Premiere Pro fundamentals in this accelerated class. Gain skills to organize projects, create sequences, fix audio and color, add B-roll, animate images, edit clips, add lower third titles, and export final videos for social media. Perfect for a quick, essential Premiere Pro education.
Dive into the dynamic world of Adobe After Effects with this advanced course, designed to elevate your animation and motion graphics skills. From mastering 3D layers and custom shapes to optimizing animations with expressions, you'll create captivating visuals that stand out in any project.
Learn to create compelling video content with Adobe After Effects. This course covers the basics of animation, text effects, and file integration needed to start creating impressive visual content from scratch. Get hands-on experience with real-world projects taught by an experienced instructor.
Dive into the dynamic world of Adobe After Effects with this advanced course, designed to elevate your animation and motion graphics skills. From mastering 3D layers and custom shapes to optimizing animations with expressions, you'll create captivating visuals that stand out in any project.
Learn Cinema 4D Lite and integrate it with After Effects to create 3D models and motion graphics. This course teaches techniques for creating and working with 3D models, assigning textures, creating animations, and using the Cineware effect for seamless integration.
Learn the basics of audio editing with Adobe Audition. Enhance audio in videos or audio projects with this powerful digital audio workstation. Fix damaged audio and create sound mixes for video editing or animation projects. Audition makes your work more engaging and impactful.
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Our Premiere Pro classes are taught by an industry-expert who designed our step-by-step training workbook. You’ll cover all the essentials of filmmaking and video editing, including timelines, color correction, audio and more. Over the past 30+ years, Noble perfected the craft of teaching, and you’ll see for yourself why our students love our Adobe Premiere classes.
“The instructor was extremely knowledgeable about Premiere Pro, and the exercises were interesting. I feel like I can use this program now without being too intimidated.”
Jonah Schrogin
Our Premiere Pro classes come with a custom step-by-step training manual sold to universities and schools around the world. Created and developed by an expert animator and editor, the class projects include real-world video editing projects such as promo ads and animated GIFs.
“The teaching method at Noble Desktop is excellent. It allows the student to concentrate on what the teacher is teaching, then the student tackles the same exercise following the detailed workbook. It is the best approach to learning new programs.”
Pamela White, Associate Creative Director, Digital Design
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Our Premiere Pro Classes are rated 4.8 stars by 884 students
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It was a great way to learn a challenging program. I walked out knowing how to accomplish what I needed to do with Premiere Pro, and it was a fun experience thanks to my instructor, Jerron Smith.
Yvette Pomerantz
This class was well-organized and engaging. The instructor, Jerron Smith, brought a lot of industry experience and not only covered how to use the tools in Premiere Pro but also gave some best practices advice for designing and working with Adobe applications. He has practical, real-world experience and really seems to enjoy sharing his knowledge with others.
Tanisha Hogan
Noble Desktop is definitely a HIDDEN GEM for hands-on training and certifications. So glad I signed up for the classes. Jerron Smith is the perfect instructor to teach the Video Editing & Motion Graphics Certificate: thorough, detailed, patient, super engaging, and personable. The class is interactive, and he encourages participation and conversation. Noble Desktop is a HOME RUN and the price is well worth it.
Juan Quintero
As somebody who is brand new to the world of video editing and motion graphics, somebody with zero experience, I must admit that when I first enrolled in Noble Desktop, I felt very threatened and intimidated. However, my instructor Jerron Smith is very professional and knows how to be encouraging. He’s knowledgeable, patient, helpful, and easy to talk to. I was afraid I’d feel discouraged from my lack of knowledge, but on the contrary, Jerron knew how to make each session interesting. I took video editing classes for the first time in my life here, and I’m definitely coming back to Noble Desktop to continue my education. I highly recommend Mobile Desktop and Mr. Jerron Smith.
Roberto Vazquez
As someone who has used Premiere Pro frequently over the last few years, I still managed to learn so much from the course. My workflow has already improved dramatically, as have the quality of my edits.
Justin Corazza
Noble Desktop's Premiere Pro Bootcamp helped me to strengthen skills I already possessed as well as teach me new valuable ones. By the end of the course, I felt much more confident working in the program.
Jenna Wirth
If the purpose of Noble Desktop's Adobe Premiere Pro Bootcamp is to give novices with zero knowledge of content creation a sufficient boost to get up to speed as fast as possible on a highly complex video editing suite, then Noble Desktop's bootcamp goes a long way on that track. It's one thing to read any number of online tutorials; it's another thing to apply the lessons to do actual work (even if it's just the basics). The emphasis on the application of Premiere Pro functions to real-world editing scenarios was the most valuable.
Tom Adams
As a filmmaker, this class gave me a comprehensive understanding of the editing software involved in filmmaking. I would recommend this to every filmmaker in New York City.
Matthew Newton
MN Acting Studio
The instructor was extremely knowledgeable about Premiere Pro, and the exercises were interesting. I feel like I can use this program now without being too intimidated.
Jonah Schrogin
Kalika's class is thorough, easy to follow, and immersive. I came in never having touched Premiere and was able to pull the projects together in no time - by the end of the day!
Krissy Trujillo
For someone who could not figure out the program on my own, it was SO worthwhile to get an idea of how to do some basic editing. I will definitely be able to use what I learned at my job.
Gail Kearney
Fujitsu General America, Inc.
As a novice video editor with literally no experience, this was hugely beneficial and helpful. I plan on coming back for the After Effects workshop. Well worth the money and time!
Denton Crawford
Rochester Institute of Technology
This course worked through the kinks and nuances of everything you need to know as a beginning Premiere user. By the end of the day, you'll feel comfortable editing and exploring the program further.
Emily Drewry
This class taught me exactly what I needed to get started in a program I've never used before, and some bonus tools as well! I'm excited to get working with this and will definitely be coming back for an advanced course soon.
Erin Mutlu
White & Case LLP
Noble Desktop offers great courses and classes where you have great instructors.
Yonel Solon
MUFG Investor Services
I've taken similar classes that have dragged on and on. Noble Desktop's Premiere Pro in a Day was a fast paced, engaging class that taught me a ton and made sure I was having a great time while learning!
Marc Schneider
Really love how the class was paced and was thoroughly taught how to utilize the essential tools in Premiere! Instructor was the cherry topping! She taught everything with patience and finesse!
Jacky
This is a great way to dive into editing. Kalika demystified an intimidating piece of software and subject, making it easy for even the most basic of novices to follow along. Highly recommend!
Elisabeth Griesedieck
Anheuser Busch InBev
Always great learning from Noble Desktop. I recommend you all frequently and have had many other designers and artists mention you in conversation as well. Many thanks!
Scott Ramsey
This course is perfect for beginners! If you have trouble at first the instructor is there to break everything down for you, so you have a better understanding on how to use all the tools and etc. I definitely will be taking this course again in the future!
Gokce Hoffmann
The best in-person, hands-on Creative app training I've found in 20+ years in the industry. You won't be disappointed.
Joe Zwielich
RIMS
This is an excellent course to learn the basic tools for creating videos that are complete with audio, music, photos and videos and transitions to make a 'professional' looking video the first time around.
Valerie Paganessi
Merck & Co., Inc.
Just what I needed to get started with video editing for work and as a hobby.
Jessica Hopkins
Macy's Backstage
This was a great course for anyone who wishes to brush up on their Premiere Pro skills or start from scratch! I'm looking forward to looking into other courses.
Emily
Viacom
The class "Premiere Pro in a Day" is a great beginners course for anyone who wants to know the basics of Premiere Pro. You will learn everything you need to create a simple but elegant video with patient and knowledgeable instructors.
CucHuong Do
"I feel like I am well prepared to embark on my Premiere journey"
Rachel
Canon
Class packed with intense information spelled out by a dedicated teacher to sharing her wealth of knowledge and information...
Traian Stanescu
The class included many different types of exercises to learn all of the core aspects of video editing (sound and image editing, animation, incorporating music, adding subtitles and graphics, intro and outro, fades, dissolves and other transitions)
Pablo Mena
This class has not only assuaged my fears for learning editing but it’s made it enjoyable enough to make me want to learn it more.
Pooja Desai
This was a great class. The instructor was an expert both in Premiere, and as a teacher. The instruction offered a detailed overview of the program, and the exercises were well paced and easy to follow. I happily recommend this class, and would enthusiastically sign up for another with Noble Desktop.
SteveShohl
self
Pace is great and teachers are professional and patient. Recommended.
Corrie
I truly enjoyed this class. The teaching technique allowed you to gain muscle memory and move smoothly throughout the course. It is great for beginner level designers/anyone looking to learn about video editing! I would take this course again/any course from Noble Desktop.
Erica Schipani
Marcus & Millichap
Better than sitting in front of the computer trying to learn it off of YouTube. I mean it!
Rachel
This class gives you a great introduction to Premiere and is the perfect pace to learn a complicated software.
Rebecca Lerner
With all the files readily available and a booklet with easy-to-follow directions, this class is a perfect for anyone who's looking to learn the basics of Premiere Pro.
Alido Rodriguez III
The Nature's Bounty Co.
Noble desktop has amazing courses, as well as customizable ones. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn the Adobe suite.
Kathie Gambale
IMA
I encourage this class for those wanting to expedite how fast they learn Adobe Premiere.
Steven Hill
Cam Kirk Studios
My overall experience was amazing. I'm glad that I had to the opportunity to learn this program and add a new tool to my toolkit through Noble Desktop.
Reginald Ford
KIPP NJ
Precise and easy to follow, it demystified Premiere Pro and gave me the confidence to jump into my editing jobs with confidence.
Bertrand
I really appreciate how clear (and linked!) the PDF notebook is. Wow. The ease of use is superb! I'm also pretty impressed with how well this teaching format transfers to Zoom and sharing screens online.
Zillah Langsjoen
The Premiere Pro class is amazing. I learned so much in so little time and am able to apply it to what I'm working on already. Can't wait to learn After Effects!
Scott Carson
I took the Premiere Pro Class in a day with Kalika Shama and it was excellent! As a first time user of Noble Desktop and Premiere Pro, I now feel comfortable enough to begin jumping in and starting to edit my videos. Thank you for a great class!
Joelle
Joelle Ng
Noble Desktop unlocked a world of knowledge that most people wouldn't be able to find. You can transform from a beginner to a professional in a matter of three days!
Jacob Sigman
This class really helped tie everything together.
John Gatyas
This class and instructor will definitely have you feeling confident about the Premiere Pro skills you learned in 3 short weeks!
Akwele Vassall
I'm so happy I was able to take the Premiere Pro Bootcamp course. I know basics of animating graphics. But now, knowing how to navigate and operate Premiere will enable me weave audio and visuals together which will result in the ability to enrich my department's portfolio.
Adriana Machado
Medscape/WebMD
I took the Adobe Premiere Pro class knowing absolutely nothing about video editing. The class went through things in small steps so I was able to learn, understand and then practice what was being taught. After 3 days I have a great understand of Premiere Pro and feel confident in my new skill set!
Jennie Silverman
Kumon North America
This course has made learning a software as intricate as Premiere Pro extremely easy and fun! Dan is a great instructor with very organized lesson plans and detailed, step-by-step exercises. I would recommend this program to anyone who is very passionate about learning motion graphics.
Charlotte Mirkovich
Noble Desktop's staff is amazing! They really want to help you understand what you're creating. I've taken a class before with Jerron Smith and recently with Dan Rodney and both were phenomenal. The instruction and course material give you so much confidence within each exercise.
Alicia Roderick
This is a class devoted to real projects, run by a teacher who generously shares her knowledge, experience and passion for animation.
Traian Stanescu
Learned a lot in a short amount of time!
Djamika Smith
92Y
Not only did I learn so much more than I've ever imagined, but I had fun learning it too!
Chase Middleton
The instructor gave extremely clear instructions and was one of the best teachers I've come across.
Arianne Hirsch
Noble Desktop has been there every step of my career, helping me to continuously develop new skills to keep pace and move ahead. I don’t know where I'd be professionally were it not for Noble!
Mat Patalano
Liquidnet
Definitely recommend Noble Desktop over taking a semester-long Continuing Ed. class at an expensive art school. This class covers techniques in a practical manner and you can get started on your own after 3 days of intensive learning. The teacher is fantastic, friendly, and engaging.
Sara Kliti
The knowledge I learned from this class will help save hours of manual tedious labor, make my videos look hundreds of times better, and make them sound great as well.
Anthony Cochran
I was so impressed with how comprehensive this course was, from Dan's knowledge and experience, to the course materials provided, to the content it covered. I feel so comfortable with using Premiere now!
Katt Adachi
I came to this class with 0 experience in video editing and wanted to learn from scratch. I found this class to be very helpful and was able to learn a lot in 3 days. It gave me a very good starting foundation for learning more on my own after the class is over.
Loan N.
The class content was clear and detailed, allowing me to grasp the concepts I intended to learn and to create a foundation of my own workflow within the software. Dan was very articulate, thorough, and patient with everyone.
Mac S.
I am fairly new to Premiere Pro and found this course extremely accessible. I appreciated Jerron's patience and great attention to detail.
Matthew M.
I took this course as a basic Adobe Premiere user, and I've learned so many cool edits and shortcuts which will save me a ton of time!
Stephanie Suarez
The class has all the necessary content that anyone will need to start editing in Premiere Pro! Jerron was thorough and answered all the questions about Premiere Pro. He was very patient with everyone being on the same page and the class was very informative.
Alina M.
I enjoyed our class and feel better prepared to use Premiere professionally and in my own work. I especially enjoyed learning about features I did not know existed.
Sade D.
This intro class gave me a great overview of the capabilities of Premiere Pro, and inspired me to take other classes in video and audio production.
Elizabeth Halliday
I highly recommend Noble Desktop's Premiere Pro editing classes. I came in as a beginner, knowing very little, and feel I can now say I can edit. The instructor, Jerron Smith, is top-notch and he has designed an excellent program with an easy-to-understand guidebook that truly teaches you how to edit.
Larry Posner
Worth it if you want to improve your editing game! I use Premiere a lot on a very basic level, but not enough to be taken seriously. I learned a lot of tips, tricks, tools, and shortcuts in this class that leveled up my skills in this program immensely. This class is a MUST for people new to the program or for those who are self-taught (like me) that want to learn how to improve their productivity and workflow. This course gives you all the frequently used tools you need to create a successful project.
Rae Chartier
I came in scared and knew nothing about editing. This bootcamp has taught me a ton. Very well assembled instruction. If you're reading this, it means you are thinking about it. Just do it. It's a great class and it won't be the last I take with Noble Desktop!! Thanks so much!!
Brandon Sullins
This is a wonderful course that is specially designed by the best in the field. They also have some really great teachers aside from the content that's invaluable. I would take this course again.
Maura Alicea
This was my first jump into Premiere Pro and this class did a great job of giving me a grasp of the software. It was quite obvious from the start that Jerron knows everything about Premiere Pro, giving me all the confidence I needed for the class. I definitely want to look into other classes Noble teaches.
Shane Osborne
Even though video editing is something I do for my employer, I learned so much more than I knew going in. I lost count of the 'Ah Ha' moments that I had. I'll now be able to work in Premiere Pro much more efficiently, which will allow me to be more productive and a better storyteller.
Keith Highley
The Premiere Pro Advanced class was everything I was hoping to learn and more. I can't wait to start applying what was taught. My efficiency is going to greatly improve!
Keith Highley
Jerron is a wonderful instructor! He does a great job of teaching the fundamentals of Premiere Pro (plus more) to all of his students within this class. His examples are easy to follow. He has a great deal of patience and is always willing to answer any questions you may have. He is funny and smart, and will keep you up for all hours of the lectures. Respectful and amazing instructor for the Video Editing & Motion Graphics certificate program!
Ashley Blanc
You really feel like you're gaining helpful career knowledge in a tangible way.
Taylor Pulcifer
After taking the Premiere Pro class, my productivity when it comes to editing has increased dramatically.
Ronny Perez
I am blown away by how much I learned in a few days. Thank you Noble Desktop for making advanced programs feel approachable! I can't wait to see what I create next.
Francesca Toscano
This course really filled in some gaps in my knowledge, which was the whole purpose of taking it! I've used the program for a decade and still learned a lot. I look forward to applying it in my future films.
Randall Bradley
Fun class! The projects helped me learn the program and were great real-world experiences. I've used Premiere Pro for work before, but never had a solid process and wasn't as organized as I should have been. This class helped me learn a way of working that will make creating video content much more efficient.
Ashley R.
Premiere Pro is Adobe’s video editing software and one of their post-production apps, along with After Effects. It is an industry-standard tool for professional Video Editors and one of the most popular tools for non-professional video editing. Premiere Pro is a beginner-friendly, accessible video editing application with deep enough functionality to regularly find use on major Hollywood projects. No matter what level of video editing you hope to accomplish, learning Premiere Pro is an excellent way to meet your goals.
For those unfamiliar with the term, video editing is taking footage and arranging it in a particular order, occasionally in combination with effects. While this might sound pretty cut and dry on paper, video editing is an incredibly in-depth field, with the ability to completely change or bolster the meaning of the video just by altering the sequence of clips. Video editing is the final stage of most video productions, and it is the most important part of turning all of the work done by other creatives into a finished, coherent project.
Premiere Pro offers many tools to allow users to create any video project they can think of. It has footage transition effects built-in with the option to create your own video effects, audio effects, and basic cut and edit tools. It also has a wide variety of workflow optimization features to help Video Editors ensure that they are producing the best project possible. For instance, before the advent of digital video editing technologies like Premiere Pro, the footage had to be manually cut and connected to produce a finished reel. Premiere Pro allows for non-destructive editing, making the process of experimenting with different edits much easier and less time-consuming. Premiere Pro’s dashboard interface also makes working with dozens of different camera angles, takes, and files possible, making the editing process far more efficient and less laborious on the editor’s part.
Video editing is a complex and technically-driven storytelling process. Learning how to edit video content isn’t just about learning the tools of the trade, though learning Premiere Pro is an important part of the process. When you learn Premiere Pro, you’ll be learning theories of video editing, and you’ll be learning how video editing creates meaning in a film through the act of combining and juxtaposing images. Video editing has been an important part of cinema since the development of motion picture technology, and learning how to edit videos can help you become a part of this creative tradition. Simple cuts and transitions can tell stories by themselves, and talented video editors will learn how to shape the meaning of a film project through their vital contributions to the finished product. Enrolling in a video editing class will involve learning the principles and techniques of film editing. This includes basic principles of editing, like when to use certain cuts and how to maintain continuity between shots, and more advanced principles of editing, like how to create meaning using montage or the Kuleshov Effect.
Video Editing is an in-demand career skill, particularly as more studios and companies turn to online content production to distribute their work and advertise their products. Video Editors can find work in almost all fields that regularly produce video content. While they are most commonly associated with the film and television industries, they also work in advertising, online content production studios, and non-profit advocacy organizations, and they can find work as freelancers or studio editors working on various projects. Video editing can be a rewarding career path to consider, and one of the most important steps in starting this career path is learning Premiere Pro.
Students interested in a career-focused Premiere Pro training class may consider enrolling in Noble Desktop’s Video Editing Certificate program. This class is designed to take students with no prior video editing experience and prepare them for a career in video editing. Students will receive hands-on instruction and edit their own video projects for inclusion in the portfolio (often called a demo reel) that they will take onto the job market. In addition, students enrolled in this, or any, Noble career certificate program can take advantage of one-on-one career mentorship sessions with industry professionals to help guide them through the job search process.
Video editing is also a useful skill to learn for students interested in editing and producing their own video content. The rise of platforms such as YouTube, TikTok and Twitch, combined with the significant price drop in camera technology (most of our phones have better cameras than decade-old professional cameras) has led to a massive influx of aspiring content creators being able to produce and distribute video content. At the same time, the market for this content has become increasingly competitive, as more video content is being produced than can be reasonably consumed. One way to help your content stand out from the crowd is to spend the time to learn how to edit that content using Premiere Pro professionally. With just a few short lessons, online content creators can make their productions look far more professional than ever before, and they can signal to their audience that their content is worth paying attention to.
Even if you aren’t interested in professional video editing, learning editing techniques can be a powerful tool for aspiring filmmakers to learn. Editing is one of the four foundational elements of film, and is where a great deal of the meaning in a movie comes from. The theory of montage suggests that people gain more meaning from two images edited in sequence than they do from those two images alone, and this is an incredibly important element of the filmmaking process. If you are interested in writing, directing, or shooting film, learning how editing can contribute to your final project is a potent tool in your repertoire. In addition, at more advanced stages of one’s career, filmmakers will need to work alongside editors to prepare a project for completion, so it will be important for the collaborative nature of filmmaking to learn how editors contribute to the finished project.
One of the reasons to learn Premiere Pro over other video editing applications is that it is part of the Adobe Creative Cloud. This means that users who license access to Premiere Pro can license other Creative Cloud applications like After Effects, Audition, and Stock. Users licensing After Effects will also receive access to Cinema 4D, a 3D animation application. These programs are all integrated with one another, meaning that learning one of them will make it easier to use the others in more optimized and efficient ways. In particular, After Effects and Premiere Pro are very closely connected when working with digital special effects, so learning how to use one program can complement your skills with the other. Beyond this, Audition lets users edit and utilize audio files in a completed video project, and Stock provides users with a massive library of audio and video assets to use in their projects. Learning Creative Cloud skills will also streamline the editing process, as you can easily move important files from one program to another with minimal hassle.
Video editing is often closely associated with the other major digital aspect of filmmaking, animation. While most people think of cartoons when they think of animation, the term more broadly refers to any process of creating the illusion of weight and motion in a digitally created asset. This includes everything from big-budget Hollywood special effects to minor digital alterations added in post-production to utilizing small animated assets in a TikTok video. Most digital animation is built using programs like Adobe After Effects and edited into a final project using Premiere Pro. As a result, many Video Editors and Motion Graphics Animators will learn both programs. Noble offers a comprehensive Video Editing and Motion Graphics Certificate program, which teaches both applications.
The difference between animation software and video editing is that the former is for creating footage from scratch. Motion graphics is the process of building all new digital assets that will be added to a finished video project, and it is primarily associated with the kinds of digital effects that would be impossible to recreate using film techniques alone. By contrast, video editing involves taking already-made clips and altering them within a sequence to create something new. Editors will make meaning out of existing content by rearranging it, cutting it, and combining different shots into a single new shot. Video Editors will often work alongside Motion Graphics Artists to bring a finished project to life,
Premiere is powerful enough to allow simultaneous editing, which means the user can place several video clips at once into the program and edit all of them within the same project. This will tremendously improve editing workflow efficiency since you won’t want to manually move between files to edit multiple sections of footage. The application also can take all sorts of file types while maintaining high-quality resolutions for real-time playback. This means the user can import audio files, different kinds of video files, and even static images without blurring or pixelating. If the user previews their project, Premiere Pro will replay their clips in real-time without stuttering or loss.
Ostensibly, the majority of people who use Premiere are video editors. However, the applications they use it for are vast and varied. Video Editors will work in a wide range of fields, and the number of studios, firms, companies, and organizations producing video content is growing every day. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, film and video editing positions are expected to grow by about 14% over the next decade, nearly three times the national average. This means that learning to use Premiere Pro is a good way to open the door to a career path growing across various industries.
Premiere Pro is most commonly used in the film and television industry (nearly 40% of Video Editors work in these industries). With the rise in original content for online streaming platforms, more and more editors are being employed to create enough content to keep audiences engaged, so entry-level editing positions are significantly more common than in the past. In addition, as film projects become more elaborate and expensive, larger teams of editors and effects artists are required to keep up with the industry's demands. Learning Premiere Pro can be a significant boon for anyone working on major studio productions. Film and television also recognize the importance of film editing, with major industry awards and accolades given to skilled artists for their editing excellence.
Video Editors can also find work at online content studios and advertising agencies. These studios are producing video content significantly faster than film and television studios, and they need to hire experienced editors who can quickly turn material around without cutting corners on the important technical aspects of editing. Some editors can find this accelerated process more creatively rewarding, particularly as it allows them to work with a more limited range of content, requiring them to be more creative with the limited tools they have to work with. These also tend to be smaller studios that work on more varied content, meaning editors can form tight-knit communities with their colleagues. Video Editors can even find work on very small projects for web platforms like YouTube or TikTok since this video content needs to be professionally edited to help it stand out in the crowd. Many successful content creators hire editors to help streamline the process or assist them in the final stages of video production.
Video Editors can also find freelance work, which can be lucrative (according to the BLS, more than 35% of Video Editors are self-employed). Freelance Video Editors are often hired by individuals looking to create their own video content, firms that don’t regularly produce video content who need editors (for everything from start-up pitches to training videos), and temporary projects that require Video Editors for a short-term period of time (such as political campaigns or one-time community events). Freelance Video Editors can even find work on small projects like wedding or graduation videos. One of the advantages of becoming a freelance Video Editor is that you’ll have greater control over the kinds of work that you do and the amount of time you dedicate to your work. The drawback is that freelancers will have added responsibilities (such as working with clients and keeping financial records) if they want to make it a stable career.
Premiere has a pretty well-stocked toolbar, but don’t feel intimidated by its scope. The program is very beginner-friendly, and students can start editing video projects with only a few hours of training. Adobe even offers its own collection of free resources to help new users navigate the application. In addition, Noble Desktop offers a collection of free Premiere Pro resources and a free Intro to Premiere Pro seminar for prospective students. Here’s a handful of basic tools and terms to get you started with the application.
The best part of Premiere Pro, however, is how accessible it is. It’s powerful enough to be used professionally, yet available in the comfort of your home. The program is designed to be as intuitive as possible, and while it still requires an understanding of the process of video editing, new users can start experimenting with the system in only a few hours of training. Courses like Noble Desktop’s Premiere Pro in a Day class are ideal places to start learning the basics of the interface and the tools offered through the application. Given how easy it is to produce raw video footage (thanks to how good phone cameras are), it is easier than ever to start learning the basics of video editing. Then, once you’ve got the basics down, you can consider enrolling in a more advanced training program to take your skills to the next level.
Unsurprisingly, video editing software is most commonly used by Video Editors in a professional context. These professional editors are tasked with cutting and rearranging raw footage to turn the collected work of other creatives into a video project that is ready for production. They will need to make creative decisions about how to cut and arrange shots, and they will be responsible for maintaining technically accurate editing practices, such as ensuring audio and visual elements are synced, and that continuity is maintained between shots. Video Editors may also need to work alongside other creatives, like Directors, Writers, and Storyboard Artists, to create a coherent, collaborative video project. In the US, professional Video Editors earn about $55,000 annually.
Premiere Pro is also used by Motion Graphics Designers to complete the digital effects and animated assets they build for video projects. Motion Graphics Designers (also called animators and special effects artists, depending on their work) are tasked with building 3D animated assets in programs like After Effects and Cinema 4D and potentially editing those assets into a video file using Premiere Pro. This is a more traditionally creative process since it involves the construction of new assets using digital design software. In the US, Motion Graphics Artists earn an average annual salary of about $70,000.
Many Video Editors will supplement their work or find gainful employment as freelance artists. These Video Editors will work on various projects depending on their clientele, and they will be freer to negotiate their rates. Freelance editors will need to do more work building a base of clients, and they will need to handle the management aspects of their profession, but they will also be freer to set their own schedule and take on projects that appeal to their creative interests.
There you have it! Premiere Pro is easy enough for anyone to pick it up yet powerful enough to become an industry powerhouse for video editing. The next time you want to try putting together your own film or ad, consider reaching into Premiere Pro. It doesn’t take a lot of training to become accustomed to the software application, and with the right amount of training, you can set yourself up for a career as a professional Video Editor.
If you learn how to edit video using Premiere Pro, you will be using the same software used by industry giants and have access to an incredible library of effects and tools. All of this is packaged in an intuitive, easy-to-learn setup. So grab some footage, start-up Premiere, and take a look through our library of tutorials to get you started on your next project.
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November 14–18
Thursday, Friday, Monday
10–5pm
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$695
18 Hours
NYC or Live Online
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Take your video editing skills to the next level with this advanced Premiere Pro training course. Learn how to create custom transitions, light leaks, and other visual effects, work with audio, edit action sequences, and master the art of vertical video. |
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November 19–December 3
Tuesdays & Thursday
6–9pm
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$695
18 Hours
NYC or Live Online
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Take your video editing skills to the next level with this advanced Premiere Pro training course. Learn how to create custom transitions, light leaks, and other visual effects, work with audio, edit action sequences, and master the art of vertical video. |
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December 2024 | |||
December 11–13
Wednesday to Friday
10–5pm
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$975
18 Hours
NYC or Live Online
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Learn how to use Adobe Premiere Pro to create professionally edited videos in this comprehensive class. From importing and organizing footage to advanced editing techniques like multi-cam editing and green screen removal, this course will equip you with the skills to create compelling video content. |
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December 11
Wednesday
10–5pm
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$425
6 Hours
NYC or Live Online
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Learn Adobe Premiere Pro fundamentals in this accelerated class. Gain skills to organize projects, create sequences, fix audio and color, add B-roll, animate images, edit clips, add lower third titles, and export final videos for social media. Perfect for a quick, essential Premiere Pro education. |
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January 2025 | |||
January 8–10
Wednesday to Friday
10–5pm
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$975
18 Hours
NYC or Live Online
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Learn how to use Adobe Premiere Pro to create professionally edited videos in this comprehensive class. From importing and organizing footage to advanced editing techniques like multi-cam editing and green screen removal, this course will equip you with the skills to create compelling video content. |
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