iMovie - Video editing for beginners on Mac OS. (Udemy.com)
Get the basics of iMovie first, then become an imovie master. The complete iMovie course designed for beginners.
Created by: Colin Marks
Last updated August 2024
What you will learn
- Use iMovie to create a movie that they can be proud to show their family and friends
- Use iMovie to Edit and enhance movies before uploading them to Facebook or Youtube.
- Create movies using green screen footage in iMovie
- Export movies in different file formats.
- Create photo slideshows with audio in iMovie
- Be comfortable with all elements in iMovie
How it compares
Against the other 459 rated Udemy courses in Office Productivity on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.7 out of 5higher than 90% of them
- Reviews985#141 of 460 by number of reviews
- Length3 hoursshorter than 61% of them
- Last updatedAugust 2024earlier than 64% of them
Course Description
This iMovie course has everything you need to bring to you from a beginner to advanced level in video editing.
Have you ever wanted to create the type of videos you see on Facebook or YouTube?
Ever been at at birthday party and seen a movie with pictures and music and wondered how it is done?
Or do you have a new shiny Macbook and have no idea how to use or get the most out of it?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions then this course is for you. This Course is a complete guide to iMovie.
In the course we will look at everything from the basics of iMovie to the more advanced video editing options so that you can take your videos and make something that you are proud of when you watch it back in years to come.
The iMovie course is explained in simple terms that the non video editor will be able to understand. This course is your gateway into video editing so you are not expected to know all the terms before you start.
In the iMovie course you will learn
The Layout of the iMovie application
Create events so that you can keep all your videos organised.
How to import content (videos, images and audio) into iMovie.
Select and use video clips in the timeline during the video editing process.
Fine tune and edit the clips.
Export the finished video at the end.
The course will be completed in under two hours. You will have all the tools you need to make your home movie to impress your family and friends.
The course is laid out in an easy to follow manner, starting with an overview of the iMovie application. Then starting to import video clips, either taken by you or the sample ones that I provide. We get into adding videos into our project and editing them so that we can create the movie that we want.
This course is for anyone who has an interest in creating home movies that they can show their family and friends. It can also be used by someone who would like to make a promotional video for their business or even to create your own online cour
Instructor Details
- 4.7 Rating
985 Reviews
Colin Marks
I am an IT Trainer with over 15 years experience in delivering training in both Apple and Microsoft to a large array of clients, in both public training centres and corporate environments.
I have an IT teaching diploma and focus mainly on software training. I hold a current Microsoft Office Master certificate and have been teaching Microsoft Office Specialist (Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and Outlook all to an advanced level) for the past 10 years.
The training I deliver ranges from iPad and iPhone training to Office productivity applications like Pages, Numbers and Keynote. I also train in video editing software like Final Cut Pro X and iMovie.
I feel the most important part of training is developing a connection with your students, building trust in both sides.
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Reviews
By Vanessa Bell on 12/9/2021
Truly, this was excellent. My only complaint is that the final stretch of the course had some repetition of things that didn't need to be repeated and more focus on working with pictures than video - I would have liked more video work. But Colin is really awesome - an excellent teacher and I would be happy to learn from him again.
By Matthew T Mead on 9/30/2021
Course covered every single aspect in iMovie. I am very happy with this short course. The course teaches you how to use all the features and tools of iMovie. There are some tips along the way, but the course does not focus on creating a compelling video, just using the features.
By James Coon on 4/8/2021
This course gave me what i need to know to create simple videos with a sound track. That's what I wanted and expected. The only drawback, and this seems to be true of most courses, is that the instructions for reversing an action were sometimes unclear, such as removing files from the library. I figured it out, but there is probably a simpler way.
By Hitesh Singh on 3/20/2021
This course is right on point, singularly focused on learning the basics of iMovie and a strong base can lead to really creative videos. I will recommend it to everyone who has Mac. Without even spending a penny, you can make videos for free, because our Mac is there. Love and Peace
By Marsha Russell on 1/16/2021
As a former Special and General Education elementary and college level educator, I compliment Colin Marks on the structure, pace, and quality of information provided in this course. Structure: The lessons were broken down into digestible chunks that does not overwhelm participants. Pace: The lessons were engaging and easy to follow. Information: Each lesson had a wealth of information. Each of these aspects kept me engage. I consider myself and a borderline advanced Excel user. However, I learned a few new concepts that were covered at the “Basic” and “Intermediate” levels. These lessons met the participant at their skill set. One question: Can I change the default iMovie location from my MacBook to a network drive? I have scoured the web to see if this is possible but no luck.
By Hassan Sharif on 12/1/2020
Hello Sir ! Thanks for lovely lecture . I am Hassan ( Marine engineer in merchant navy) starting my own travel vlog channel. I have Go pro hero9 black. Could you please guide which editing software you are using? Also, are you shooting in 1080 or 4k. I am learning IMOVIE on macbook pro. When I am shooting 4k movie on camera its cool but once i put in my laptop it starts getting stuck. Any reason for that?. My laptop is macbook retina late 2012 ( 8GB ram 2.5 Ghz core i5) . Please also let me know also which website you are using for songs which are copyright free?
By Joshua Goodman on 11/22/2020
Very well planned and executed
Everything explained clearly Excellent!
By Richard Clark on 11/22/2020
perhaps things have changed with the 2020 version of iMovie but I could not hold down the R key and get a range of clip from my movie
By Ram Gopal Sivadas on 11/15/2020
Took me a while to get used to his accent but otherwise its been an eye-opening experience. Highly recommended for newbies and experienced users alike. Thank you very much Colin.
By Mickey Gart on 11/15/2020
it's great!
By Claudia da Silva Rodrigues on 11/15/2020
At agora muito claro e direto!
By Roger Routsong on 11/15/2020
This class is an excellent choice for a person wanting to learn to use the IMovie program. Although I am only about halfway through the course, I already feel that I can use the program to produce home movies. I am looking forward to continuing this class.
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