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PowerDirector 15 - Video Editing for PC Users

Name: PowerDirector 15 - Video Editing for PC Users
Rating: 4.5 (610 reviews)

Learn how to edit professional videos on a Windows PC with this Cyberlink PowerDirector video tutorial course.

Created byPhil Ebiner, CyberLink Software, Video School

Last updated 2/2021

English

What you'll learn

Edit videos the way you imagine!
Use all the BRAND NEW features of PowerDirector 15 including 360° video editing.
Improve your videos with blend modes, masks, and the action camera center.
Add titles and animated graphics to your video.
Export your high quality video for any device.

Course content

12 sections • 76 lectures • 4h 2m total length

Welcome and Course Overview1:25
Welcome to the PowerDirector 15 course. In this lessons, we'll cover what this course is all about, how you should take this course, and what's new in PowerDirector 15 that we'll be covering.
Download the Course Project Files0:11
In this lecture, we've included a variety of clips for you to practice editing with. Please download them so you can follow along.
Download the PowerDirector User Guide0:05
Here is the PowerDirector user guide, which you can use to follow along with the course.
Tips to Improve Your Course Taking Experience1:06

Introduction to 360°1:32
Welcome to a new section in the PowerDirector 15 course. In this section, we'll be covering one of the new aspects of PowerDirector 15 - 360° video editing.
Previewing and Editing 360° Video3:57
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to preview 360° footage and do basic video edits.
Adding Text to 360° Video5:07
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to add text to a 360° video that is actually in the 360° environment.
TrueTheater Enhancements - Color Correction and Style Presets for 360° Video5:13
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to color correct and color grade 360° footage with different styles and presets.
Adding PiP Objects to 360° Video2:16
Adding Effects to 360° Video3:38
Using 360° Footage in a Non-360° Sequence1:48
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to add PiP (Picture in Picture) objects to the 360° environment of a video.
Tip - Switching from Regular to 360° Sequences1:06
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to use footage shot with a 360° camera in a regular non-360° sequence.
Producing a 360° Video and Uploading Online3:07
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to produce (i.e. export) your 360° videos so that they play as 360° videos on YouTube and Facebook.

How to use Blending Effects10:34
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to use the new blending effects within PowerDirector 15.
Combining Videos using Blend Modes2:53
How to use the Mask Designer7:25
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to use the new Mask Designer in PowerDirector 15.
Action Camera Center9:03
In this lesson, you'll learn how to use the Action Camera Center to edit video from GoPro and other 'action' cameras.
How to Edit Vertical Video from Your Phone5:37
In this lesson of the PowerDirector 15 course, you'll learn how to edit vertical videos shot with a smartphone or mobile device.

Section Intro0:34
In this introduction video, I'll talk about what you can expect to learn in this section.
How to Import Videos and Photos from an iPhone1:38
In this video, I'll show you how to import video from a mobile device including iPhones, iPads, and other devices.
How to Import Videos and Photos from a Camera1:44
In this video, you'll learn how to import videos from a camera memory card to your computer so that you can start editing!
Quick Tips for Better Video4:26

Here's a quick guide to shooting better video.
Using the Easy Editor7:03
In this video, you'll learn how to use the easy editor to create an quick and easy video montage.
Using the Slideshow Creator6:34
In this video, you'll learn how to use the slideshow creator to make a quick and easy photo slideshow with PowerDirector.
Exercise: Create a Travel Video Montage with the Easy Editor0:50
It's time for you to take what you've learned and put it into action. Your exercise for this section is to use PowerDirector's Easy Editor tool to put together a quick montage using the footage you shot before.
Exercise Walkthrough4:12

In this exercise walkthrough, I show you how to create a slow motion montage using the easy editor.

Section Intro0:34
In this introduction video, I'll talk about what you can expect to learn in this section.
Overview of PowerDirector's Layout3:30
In this introduction video, you'll get a crash course on the PowerDirector layout.
Import Your Media into the Media Room1:12
In this video, you'll learn how to import video, photos, graphics and other media into PowerDirector.
The Timeline Interface4:26
In this video, you'll learn how to navigate the PowerDirector timeline.
Making Cuts - How to Put Together a Video Sequence8:18
In this video, you'll learn how to start editing your footage in PowerDirector.
How to Add Transitions Between Video Clips8:17
In this video, you'll learn how to add transitions to the ends of and between clips.
Screen Recording with PowerDirector4:16
In this PowerDirector tutorial, we'll show you how to use the Screen Recording tool to create screencast videos. You'll learn how to change the screen recording settings, size, microphone input, and much more to make sure you're recording a High Definition screencast.
Exercise: Create a Travel Video Montage with the Full Feature Editor0:48
It's time for you to take what you've learned and put it into action. Your exercise for this section is to edit 30-60 seconds of video using the video you've shot, and using the full feature editor.
Exercise Walkthrough9:33

In this video, I'll show you how I am creating my travel montage in PowerDirector.

Section Intro0:26
In this introduction video, I'll talk about what you can expect to learn in this section.
How to Add Titles8:17

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to add and edit titles to your videos.
How to Add a PiP Object1:43
In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to add PiP objects (graphics) to your videos.
How to Add Video Effects2:11

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to add video effects to specific video clips or entire sequences.
How to Add Background Music3:03
In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to add background music to your videos and adjust levels.
How to Download Templates from DirectorZone2:52
In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to download templates from DirectorZone. DirectorZone has lots of amazing PiP, transition, title templates and more!
How to Zoom and Crop a Video1:48

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how zoom in and crop your video.
How to Split Audio and Video Tracks1:13
In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to split the audio and video of a clip from each other, so you can edit them individually.
Exercise: Add Music and Titles to Your Travel Montage0:52
It's time for you to take what you've learned and put it into action. Your exercise for this section is to add music and titles to your video.
Exercise Walkthrough5:13
In this exercise walkthrough, I show you how I add music to my video, edit my clips to the music beats, and how I added a title to my montage.

Section Intro0:45
In this introduction video, I'll talk about what you can expect to learn in this section.
How to Produce a Video File4:02
In this video, you'll learn how to produce (export) a video file.
Producing for iPhone, Playstation, and Xbox1:33

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to produce (export) your video for different devices.
Producing and Publishing to YouTube1:57
In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to produce (export) a video for YouTube and publish directly from PowerDirector.
How to Burn a DVD Movie Disc with PowerDirector5:39

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to burn a DVD or BluRay with PowerDirector.
Exercise: Produce and Publish Your Video to YouTube0:41
It's time for you to take what you've learned and put it into action. Your exercise for this section is to export/produce your video and post it online. You can post it on YouTube or Vimeo. Once you've done that, please post a link or embed the video in a discussion on the course page or send it to the instructor via a private message.
My Sample Montage1:28
Here is the sample video montage that I've been editing for this course.

Section Intro0:30
In this introduction video, I'll talk about what you can expect to learn in this section.
How to Blur Out a Specific Part of Your Video1:56
In this video, we'll learn how to blur out a specific part of your screen.
Adding Blur to a Moving Object - Like a Face2:14
In this tutorial, we'll learn how to blur out a face that is moving in your video.
Using the Multicam Editor6:39

In this video, I'll show you how to use the multi-cam editor to easily and efficiently edit a video with multiple camera sources.
Adding Video Stabilization2:21

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to stabilize shaky footage.
Using Smooth Slow-Motion4:14

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to change the speed of video clips.
Chroma Keying (Green Screen Editing) in PowerDirector3:16

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to edit green screen footage in PowerDirector.
Motion Tracking in PowerDirector3:10
In this video, you'll learn how to use the motion tracking feature of PowerDirector.
Exercise: Improve Your Montage with some Advanced Techniques0:54
It's time for you to take what you've learned and put it into action. Your exercise for this section is to use one of the advanced techniques you've learned to improve your montage.
Exercise Walkthrough4:13
In this exercise walkthrough, I show you how I added slow motion and stabilization to some of my clips.

How to Sync Audio in PowerDirector1:46
In this video, I'll show you how to sync audio from two different clips in PowerDirector.
Removing Bad Audio in PowerDirector (Hiss Removal Tool)2:54
In this video, I'll show you how to improve your audio by removing background hissing and other noises.
Round Trip Editing with AudioDirector2:26
In this video, I'll should you how to do round trip audio editing in AudioDirector.
Using the Vocal Transformer Tool2:00
In this tutorial, you'll learn how to use the vocal transformer effect in AudioDirector to make voices sound like a man, woman, child, or robot!

Color Correction in PowerDirector2:39

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to color correct and fix white balance using tools in PowerDirector.
Color Grading in PowerDirector - Giving Your Video a Feeling4:29

In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to change the look and feel of your video with color grading.
Round Trip Editing with ColorDirector1:31
In this video, you'll learn about round trip editing with ColorDirector.
Adjusting Colors in ColorDirector7:18
This is a video tutorial on how to adjust colors in ColorDirector.
Adding a Gradient Mask in ColorDirector2:12

In this video, I'll you how to do the gradient mask in ColorDirector to add color correction to only one part of the video clip.
Adding a Motion Tracked Mask in ColorDirector2:35
How to create a color corrected mask that is tracked to motion in your video.
The Pleasantville Effect2:45
This is a Pleasantville Effect in ColorDirector for PowerDirector.
Split Toning1:31

This tutorial shows you how to do split toning with ColorDirector.

Requirements

Students should have a copy of PowerDirector to follow along and practice with the course.
You DO NOT NEED PowerDirector 15, but it is require for using the new features taught in this course (which is about 10% of the material)

Description

Start editing your own videos with the best Windows/PC video editing software out there - PowerDirector.

If you're looking for a Windows-based video editing application that will allow you to edit professional quality videos, Cyberlink's PowerDirector is a great tool. This course will teach you everything you need to know to get started editing.

Course Updated with New PowerDirector 15 Features!

Edit and produce 360° videos
Create stunning action videos with the Action Camera Center
Design custom masks with the Mask Designer
Use blend modes and blending effects
Import, edit, and produce vertical smartphone and mobile videos

Make videos the way you envision them! If you want to make videos with great titles, music, effects, and overall quality, this is the course for you.

Here are the main topics of this course:

Using easy editing and slideshow creator to make videos in less than 10 minutes
Importing footage from any camera
Understanding the program layout and tools
Editing together a sequence and adding transitions
Improving your video with graphics, music, and titles
Producing (exporting) your video in HD quality for any device
Creating advanced slow-motion, stabilized, color-corrected videos
much more!

Why is this the course that will make you successful?

Taking online courses isn't easy. It takes work and action. This course will help you succeed with concrete practice lessons. We'll walk you through each exercise. By the end of the course, you'll have a fully edited video montage that you can share with the world.

Color Director Lessons

There is a section on color correcting with Color Director. If you don't have Color Director, that's totally okay - because you'll learn how to do color correction in PowerDirector. But for those of you who have Color Director, this is a great bonus.

Who teaches this course?

Phil Ebiner is a professional video editor who has edited over 1,000 videos in the past 3 years for amazing companies. His videos have shown at film festivals, in movie theaters, on television, and on popular websites. Phil strives to teach students not only the technical skills of a video editor with this course, but also the philosophy of video editing. You'll love learning from Phil like thousands of other Udemy students.

Are you ready to edit professional-looking videos?

With our 30-day 100% money back guarantee, there is nothing holding you back from jumping in right now and trying the course out.

Go ahead and click the enroll button, and I'll see you in lesson 1!

Cheers,

Phil

Who this course is for:

Anyone who is brand new to video editing with PowerDirector.
Anyone who has used PowerDirector 14 (or previous versions), and wants to learn the new version.

PowerDirector 15 - Video Editing for PC Users

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Course content

Welcome and What's New in PowerDirector 154 lectures • 3min

360° Video Editing9 lectures • 28min

More PowerDirector 15 Features - Blending Effects and the Mask Designer5 lectures • 36min

Importing & Using the Easy Editing Modes8 lectures • 27min

Video Editing with the Full Feature Editor9 lectures • 41min

Improving Your Video10 lectures • 28min

Producing Your Video (i.e. Exporting)7 lectures • 16min

Advanced Video Editing10 lectures • 29min

Editing Audio4 lectures • 9min

Color Correction and Grading8 lectures • 25min

Requirements

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