Video course

Video Editing & Content Creation Course

From a first storyboard to Premiere Pro, After Effects and paid client work — editing taught as a craft and as a way to earn.

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Duration: 2 or 6 months
Level: Beginner to professional
Timings: Flexible — ask us
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About this course

Pacing, audio and story — not just software

Video editing is one of the few skills where a Chakwal student and a Karachi student are on level terms: the client never sees the room, only the export. It is also one of the easiest things to be mediocre at, which is why this course spends as long on pacing, audio and storytelling as it does on software.

Four tracks run under one course. Two are professional: an eight-week intensive, and a six-month course that goes from Premiere Pro through colour grading and After Effects into AI tools, client workflow and a showreel. Two are for children — storyboards, voice-overs and their first finished film.

Software you will use

CapCutAdobe Premiere ProAdobe After EffectsCanvaAI editing tools

What you finish with

A short-form reel and a full YouTube video, both cut for retention rather than for you

A cinematic, colour-graded piece and a green-screen piece

A motion graphics project — animated logo, kinetic typography or an explainer

A product advertisement and a business promotional video

An AI-assisted video, made knowing where the tools help and where they do not

A personal showreel, plus the pricing and proposals to put it in front of clients

Curriculum

Four tracks under one course

Not sure which track suits you? Call 0309 0571403 and we will tell you.

Roughly 30% digital skills, 30% creativity and storytelling, 25% video editing and 15% safety and communication - taught as short activities and guided projects rather than long lessons.

10 modules

01 Pre-digital creativity and storytelling2-3 weeks

Free drawing and doodling
Drawing characters and simple objects
Creating simple scenes
Picture-based storytelling
Beginning, middle and ending of a story
Expressing emotions through drawings
Creating a simple storyboard
Turning drawings into a story

02 Basic computer and device skills3-4 weeks

Introduction to computers and devices
Mouse control and clicking practice
Keyboard basics
Opening and closing applications
Creating and saving files
Folders and basic file organisation
Basic internet awareness
Safe and responsible device use
Introduction to camera, microphone and speakers

03 Introduction to visual content3 weeks

What is a photo?
What is a video?
Photo versus video
Understanding frames and movement
Taking simple photographs
Basic camera handling
Different types of shots
Close-up, medium and wide shots
Simple composition
Light and background awareness

04 Introduction to video editing4-5 weeks

Worked in a child-friendly editing application.

What is video editing?
Importing photos and videos
Understanding the timeline
Arranging clips
Trimming unwanted parts
Splitting clips
Adding photos
Adding simple transitions
Adding text and titles
Adding simple music
Adjusting basic volume
Previewing and saving a project

05 Creative content creation4 weeks

My Day video
My Favourite Toy
My Favourite Animal
My Family Story
My School Day
Story from Pictures
Mini Birthday Video
Simple educational video
Drawing-to-video project
Photo slideshow

06 Voice, sound and expression3 weeks

Introduction to voice recording
Speaking clearly
Story narration
Recording a short voice-over
Matching voice with visuals
Background music
Understanding loud and soft sounds
Basic sound effects
Using pauses and expression
Creating a narrated story

07 Fun video projects4-5 weeks

My Animated Drawing
Picture Story
My Favourite Things
Mini Educational Video
Voice-over Story
Family Photo Story
Short Creative Reel

08 Introduction to content creation3 weeks

What is content?
What is a creator?
Different types of content
Educational versus entertainment content
How ideas become videos
Creating a simple content idea
Making a storyboard
Recording short clips
Combining clips into a final video

09 Digital safety and responsible content2 weeks

Keeping personal information private
Asking parents before sharing content
Safe use of cameras
Understanding online audiences
Being respectful online
Basic copyright awareness
Not copying other people's work
Healthy screen habits

10 Final creative project3-4 weeks

Taken through the whole chain: idea, storyboard, recording, editing, voice and music, final video.

My Little Story
My Favourite Animal
A Day in My Life
My Dream World
A Short Educational Video
My Drawing Comes to Life

Ten modules from framing a shot to a finished short-video package with its own thumbnail and title.

10 modules

01 Digital creativity and visual storytelling2-3 weeks

Mini project: create a storyboard and plan a short video.

Basic computer skills
Keyboard and mouse practice
Creating and organising folders
Managing image and video files
Introduction to cameras and smartphones
Camera orientation and framing
Basic recording techniques
Keeping the camera stable
Recording clear audio
Basic lighting
Safe and responsible use of devices

02 Computer and camera basics2-3 weeks

Project: record a 30 to 60 second video.

Understanding images, videos and visual content
What makes a good video?
Introduction to storytelling
Beginning, middle and ending
Creating simple story ideas
Storyboarding
Shot types - wide, medium, close-up
Camera angles and simple composition
Understanding light and background
Creative observation activities

03 Introduction to video editing4 weeks

Project: a one to two minute edited video.

What is video editing?
Understanding the editing interface
Importing media
Timeline and tracks
Cutting and trimming clips
Splitting clips
Rearranging clips
Removing unwanted footage
Adding images and videos
Basic transitions
Adding music
Adjusting video speed
Undo, redo and saving projects

04 Creative video editing4 weeks

Project: a short educational or entertaining video.

Text and titles
Captions and subtitles
Stickers and graphics
Basic animations
Zoom in and zoom out effects
Slow motion and fast motion
Sound effects
Voice-over
Background music
Volume control
Basic colour adjustment
Creating engaging openings and endings

05 Content creation4 weeks

Project: plan and make a three-video mini series.

What is content creation?
Different types of digital content
Short-form videos
Educational videos
Storytelling videos
Tutorial videos
Vlogs
Introduction to reels and shorts
Understanding an audience
Choosing age-appropriate topics
Creating hooks
Writing simple scripts
Planning a content series

06 Scriptwriting and presentation3 weeks

Project: a scripted one to three minute video.

How to generate video ideas
Writing simple scripts
Creating strong introductions
Speaking confidently on camera
Voice clarity and expression
Storytelling techniques
Using voice-over
Recording multiple takes
Basic presentation skills
Using visuals to support a story

07 Audio and sound design2 weeks

Project: a video with voice-over, music and sound effects.

Why audio matters
Recording clear voice
Removing unwanted sections
Background music
Sound effects
Voice-over editing
Balancing voice and music
Using music appropriately
Understanding copyright basics

08 Advanced creative editing4 weeks

Project: an effects-based creative video.

Layer-based editing
Green screen basics
Background replacement
Masking basics
Introduction to keyframes
Motion effects
Creative transitions
Basic colour grading
Creating cinematic effects
Combining video, images, text and audio

09 Social media content and digital safety2-3 weeks

Project: a complete short-video package - video, thumbnail and title.

Understanding YouTube, Shorts and other platforms
Video formats and aspect ratios
Creating thumbnails
Titles and descriptions
Understanding views and engagement
Content consistency
Digital footprint
Privacy and personal information
Safe online communication
Copyright and respecting other creators
Responsible content creation

10 Final content creation project4 weeks

A two to five minute original video, from idea to final production, on a subject the student actually cares about - science, gaming, art, books, sport, technology, cooking, travel or storytelling.

Choose a topic
Develop the idea
Write the script
Create a storyboard
Record footage
Edit the video
Add voice-over
Add music and sound effects
Create a thumbnail
Export the final video
Present the work

The intensive professional track. Eight weeks, finishing with at least three portfolio pieces: a reel, a YouTube video and a business promo.

8 modules · 8 weeks

01 Introduction to video editingWeek 1

Introduction to video editing
Understanding video formats and resolutions
Types of video content
Understanding frames, FPS and aspect ratios
Introduction to the editing workflow
Organising video files and folders
Basic computer and media management for editing

02 Editing fundamentalsWeek 2

Introduction to editing software
Understanding the editing interface
Importing media
Timeline and tracks
Cutting, trimming and splitting clips
Joining and arranging clips
Basic transitions
Undo, redo and project management

03 Audio and musicWeek 3

Understanding audio in video
Adding background music
Voice-over recording and editing
Adjusting volume
Audio fading
Removing unwanted noise
Sound effects
Syncing audio with video

04 Text, titles and visual effectsWeek 4

Adding text and titles
Creating attractive captions
Font and typography basics
Text animations
Stickers and graphics
Basic visual effects
Green screen basics
Creating engaging social media visuals

05 Colour and professional editingWeek 5

Understanding colour correction
Brightness, contrast and saturation
White balance
Basic colour grading
Speed control
Slow motion and fast motion
Zoom and keyframe basics
Creating smooth and professional edits

06 Social media video editingWeek 6

YouTube video editing
YouTube Shorts
Instagram Reels
TikTok-style short videos
Vertical, horizontal and square formats
Creating hooks for short-form content
Captions and subtitles
Retention-focused editing
Export settings for social media

07 Advanced editing techniquesWeek 7

Advanced transitions
Keyframes
Masking basics
Motion tracking basics
Green screen and chroma key
Picture-in-picture
B-roll editing
Cinematic effects
Creating engaging storytelling sequences

08 Real projects and freelancingWeek 8

Tools: CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, and an introduction to After Effects.

Editing a complete YouTube video
Editing a professional reel or short
Promotional video editing
Client requirements and revisions
Video file formats and delivery
Creating an editing portfolio
Introduction to freelancing
Finding video editing opportunities
Final practical project

The full professional course: Premiere Pro, colour grading and effects, After Effects and motion graphics, content strategy, AI tools, freelancing and a showreel.

22 modules · 6 months

01 Computer and digital skillsMonth 1

Computer fundamentals
File and folder management
Keyboard and mouse shortcuts
Understanding video, image and audio file formats
Importing, exporting and organising media
Basic internet and cloud storage skills

02 Introduction to videoMonth 1

What is video editing?
Types of video content
Video resolution and aspect ratios
FPS and frame rates
Video codecs and formats
Understanding timelines
Basic storytelling principles

03 Editing fundamentalsMonth 1

Month 1 projects: a photo slideshow, a 30-second motivational video, a basic social reel and a short storytelling video.

Introduction to editing software
Workspace and interface
Importing media
Timeline management
Cutting and trimming
Transitions
Basic text and titles
Adding music and sound effects
Basic colour adjustments
Exporting videos

04 Premiere Pro fundamentalsMonth 2

Premiere Pro interface
Project organisation
Sequences and timelines
Media management
Keyboard shortcuts
Efficient editing workflow

05 Advanced editing techniquesMonth 2

J cuts and L cuts
Speed control
Speed ramping
Freeze frames
Masking basics
Nested sequences
Multi-camera editing
Adjustment layers
Professional transitions

06 Audio editingMonth 2

Month 2 projects: a YouTube video, a travel video, a talking-head video, a product promo and a short-form reel.

Understanding audio
Voice-over recording
Noise reduction
Audio levels
Music synchronisation
Sound effects
Audio transitions
Basic audio mixing

07 Colour correctionMonth 3

Understanding colour
White balance
Exposure
Contrast
Saturation
Skin tones
Colour correction workflow

08 Colour gradingMonth 3

Creating moods through colour
Cinematic looks
LUTs
Creating custom looks
Matching shots
Professional colour workflow

09 Visual effectsMonth 3

Green screen basics
Chroma key
Masking
Motion tracking basics
Object removal
Screen replacement
Basic visual effects

10 Professional editingMonth 3

Month 3 projects: a cinematic video, a green-screen video, an interview, a colour-grading project and a storytelling short film.

Editing for emotion
Pacing and rhythm
B-roll selection
Story structure
Retention-focused editing
Editing talking-head content
Editing interviews

11 After Effects fundamentalsMonth 4

After Effects interface
Composition
Layers
Keyframes
Position, scale, rotation and opacity
Animation principles
Graph editor basics

12 Motion graphicsMonth 4

Animated text
Lower thirds
Logo animation
Social media animations
Title animations
Shape animations
Motion presets

13 Advanced effectsMonth 4

Mask animation
Motion tracking
2D camera
Green screen
Rotoscoping basics
Visual effects
Compositing

14 Creative motion designMonth 4

Month 4 projects: an animated logo, a YouTube intro, a kinetic typography video, a product advert and a short explainer animation.

Kinetic typography
Animated advertisements
Explainer video elements
Product animations
YouTube intro and outro
Logo reveal

15 Content creation fundamentalsMonth 5

Understanding content creation
Finding content ideas
Audience research
Content niches
Content planning
Storytelling for social media
Creating hooks

16 Short-form contentMonth 5

Instagram Reels
YouTube Shorts
TikTok-style videos
Viral video structure
The first three-second hook
Captions and subtitles
Fast-paced editing
Retention techniques

17 YouTube video productionMonth 5

YouTube content planning
Script structure
Recording basics
Talking-head videos
B-roll
Voice-over videos
YouTube editing workflow
Thumbnail basics

18 Commercial and promotional videosMonth 5

Month 5 projects: five social media reels, a YouTube video, a product advert, a business promo and an educational video.

Product videos
Business advertisements
Social media ads
Promotional videos
Real estate videos
Educational videos
Event videos

19 AI for video creatorsMonth 6

Introduction to AI video creation
AI-assisted scripting
AI voice generation
AI image generation
AI video generation
AI subtitles
AI background removal
AI video enhancement
AI-assisted editing workflows
Ethical and responsible use of AI

20 Professional content workflowMonth 6

Client requirements
Understanding a brief
Script to final video workflow
Project organisation
File naming and backup
Revision management
Meeting deadlines
Quality control

21 Freelancing and career skillsMonth 6

Video editing as a career
Freelancing platforms
Creating a professional profile
Finding clients
Writing proposals
Client communication
Pricing video editing services
Creating packages
Handling revisions
Building long-term clients

22 Portfolio developmentMonth 6

Short-form reel
YouTube video
Cinematic video
Product advertisement
Social media advertisement
Motion graphics project
AI-assisted video
Personal showreel

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