The Basic Concepts of Film and Video Editing course enables the learners to understand the nuances of the post-production process of filmmaking briefly. The course gives students a brief overview of editing, its history, invention and application. It also deals with how it has impacted the growth and language of Indian cinema.
The Film and Video Editing certification training take students through the diverse concepts and technologies used to bring the best of the video after editing. Although editing is popular as an art, an aspiring editor needs to have strong technical background knowledge. Joining shots is possible only then.
Spread over eight weeks, the Film and Video Editing online course by Swayam explains the fundamental concepts of joining shots, understanding complex narrative sequences, and how all of these make a film work. By the end of the course, students will be adept in editing their own simple narrative films and videos.
Candidates who have completed the Basic Concepts of Film and Video Editing training will develop adequate knowledge in the following aspects:
Fundamentals of editing
The creative role of editor
Film editing
Joining two shots
Chroma Keying
Transferring and capturing videos
Admission Details
Candidates need to follow the following steps to join the Basic Concepts of Film and Video Editing course by Swayam:
Visit the course page by tapping on the given link - https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_ge17/preview
You can proceed further with the admission process by clicking on the “Sign in/ Register” tab.
Create an account on Swayam with a username and password.
Confirm the verification code sent to your provided email.
Now, sign-up with Swayam to proceed with the course.
Application Details
Candidates interested in the Film and Video Editing certification course are not required to fill any additional forms other than the basic forms with the personal details.
The Syllabus
Basic Concepts of Editing (Part-I)
Basic Concepts of Editing (Part-2)
Basic Concepts of Editing (Part-3)
Creative Role of the Editor (Part-1)
Creative Role of the Editor (Part-2)
Creative Role of the Editor (Part-3)
Creative Role of the Editor (Part-4)
Basic Aspects of Film Editing
Techniques of Joining Two Shots
Match Cut, Invisible Cut etc
Imaginary Line, 30 Degree Rule etc
Methods and techniques
Narrativisation
Digital Editing Software and Equipment
Editing Basics Part-1
Editing Basics Part -2
FCP Introduction
Interface
Capturing and Transferring Video ,
Basic editing Functions
Image Sizes, Settings and Motion Tab
Manipulations
Audio, Key Framing and Text
Colour Correction & Chroma Keying
Short Cuts and Exports
Evaluation process
To receive the certificate for the Film and Video Editing online course, the candidate must appear for an end-term examination. It holds 70% of the total weightage, whereas the internal assessments have 30% weightage in the overall assessment.
Instructors
SRFTI Kolkata Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
1: Is it compulsory to appear for the Basic Concepts of Film and Video Editing course-end examination?
No, it is not mandatory. You should take the test if you want a certificate.
2: Will I be able to access the study material for free?
Candidates can freely access all the course contents and the study materials.
3: How can I login into the Basic Concepts of Film and Video Editing course’s dashboard?
Once you reach the course page at https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_ge17/preview, you can sign in with your login credentials. If you do not have them, you can sign up on the website on the spot.
4: How long will it take to complete the course?
The Basic Concepts of Film and Video Editing course by Swayam has a duration of about eight weeks.
5: Can I get a certificate if I drop midway?
You need to complete the course along with the assignments and the end term exam to receive a certificate.