Film Editing Mastery Program
Learn professional video editing from industry veterans who've worked on major film productions. Our comprehensive 8-month program takes you from basic cuts to advanced color grading and sound design.
Start Your Journey
Complete Curriculum Overview
We've designed this program around real-world editing workflows. Each module builds practical skills you'll actually use in professional environments.
Foundation & Software Mastery
Start with industry-standard software including Avid Media Composer and DaVinci Resolve. Learn interface navigation, project organization, and basic cutting techniques that form the backbone of all professional editing.
Advanced Storytelling Techniques
Discover how rhythm, pacing, and visual continuity shape audience emotions. Practice with actual footage from documentary and narrative projects to understand different editing approaches.
Color Grading & Audio Post
Master the technical aspects that separate amateur from professional work. Learn color theory, sound mixing, and how to create consistent looks across different shooting conditions.
Learn from Maya Chen
Maya spent twelve years cutting feature films for studios like Warner Bros and independent distributors. She edited the acclaimed drama "Crossing Paths" which premiered at Sundance in 2023.
But here's what makes her different as an instructor — she actually remembers what it felt like to struggle with timeline organization and audio sync. Maya breaks down complex concepts into manageable steps.
"I teach the shortcuts and workflows I wish someone had shown me when I was starting. We focus on building good habits early, not just learning button combinations."
Your 8-Month Learning Path
This timeline shows how skills build progressively. Each phase includes hands-on projects with real footage.
Software Foundation
Master workspace setup, import workflows, and basic three-point editing. Complete your first short documentary edit using provided interview footage and B-roll.
Advanced Cutting Techniques
Learn match cuts, jump cuts, and continuity editing. Work with multi-camera footage and practice different editing styles including comedy, drama, and action sequences.
Color & Audio Integration
Dive into color correction workflows and professional audio mixing. Learn to work with separate audio recordings and create consistent visual looks across scenes.
Professional Portfolio
Complete three portfolio pieces including a short narrative film, commercial spot, and music video. Receive detailed feedback and industry-standard deliverable training.
Program Details & Enrollment
Program Start
September 2025
Duration
8 Months
Class Schedule
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-10 PM
Class Size
Maximum 12 students
Classes meet in our downtown Tainan facility with professional editing suites. Each student gets dedicated workstation access during class hours and practice time on weekends. We provide all software licenses and project media.
Application deadline is July 15, 2025. We review portfolios and conduct brief interviews to ensure good program fit. Previous video experience helpful but not required — we've successfully trained complete beginners who showed strong commitment to learning.
What's Included
- 32 weeks of hands-on instruction
- Individual workstation with professional software
- Practice footage library with 50+ hours of content
- Weekend lab access for additional practice
- Portfolio review sessions with industry professionals
- Job placement assistance and networking opportunities
"The hands-on approach made all the difference. I landed my first editing job three weeks after graduation."
— Priya Nakamura, 2024 Graduate