Master creative video editing for social media. Learning essential skills in optimising your content and engaging audiences, from our industry experts.
1 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- Understanding modern social video editing principles, enabling professionals to produce platform-ready content confidently across formats and audiences.
- How to select optimal video formats resolutions and codecs, improving playback performance and loading speed on every platform.
- Applying efficient media ingest and project organisation, helping teams edit faster reduce errors and manage revisions professionally.
- How to edit for narrative flow and retention, creating hooks that stop scrolling within seconds on Instagram feeds.
- Balancing dialogue music and ambient sound for mobile viewing, ensuring clarity impact and effectiveness in sound-off environments.
- How to enhance visuals using colour correction and motion, empowering editors to deliver polished brand-consistent social videos.
- Preparing exports for multiple social platforms, enabling reliable uploads client delivery and scheduling without quality loss.
This Video Editing for Social Media course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
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| Tue 24 Feb 2026 | Live Online |
£345
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| Thu 12 Mar 2026 | London |
£375
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| Thu 26 Mar 2026 | Live Online |
£375
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| Tue 14 Apr 2026 | London |
£375
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| Wed 29 Apr 2026 | Live Online |
£395
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| Mon 11 May 2026 | London |
£395
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£395
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| Mon 8 Jun 2026 | London |
£395
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£395
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£395
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£395
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£395
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£395
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£395
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£395
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£395
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£395
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| Tue 10 Nov 2026 | London |
£395
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Course Outline for Video Editing for Social Media
Video Editing Foundations
- An overview of modern video editing for social content and short-form video
- Core principles of effective video editing
- Understanding common video file formats and project settings
- Exploring different social media video styles and editing approaches
Video Formats Resolution and Performance Standards
- Identifying optimal aspect ratios, frame rates and codecs for social distribution
- Preparing footage for vertical square and landscape delivery without quality loss
- Understanding compression trade-offs for fast loading and smooth playback
Media Ingest and Project Organisation for Fast Turnaround
- Importing video, audio and stills efficiently into modern editing workflows
- Applying practical folder structures and naming systems for repeatable projects
- Managing revisions and alternate cuts without duplication or confusion
Editing for Narrative Flow and Viewer Retention
- Structuring edits that hook viewers within the first few seconds
- Refining pacing through clip trimming, jump cuts and rhythm control
- Shaping story beats to maintain clarity, impact and emotional continuity
Audio Editing for Social and Mobile Viewing
- Balancing dialogue, music and ambient sound for clarity on mobile devices
- Preparing edits that remain effective in sound-off environments
- Selecting and integrating royalty-free audio suited to brand tone and pacing
Visual Enhancement Through Colour and Motion
- Applying basic colour correction for consistency across clips and shots
- Using subtle motion techniques to add energy without distraction
- Choosing transitions that support flow rather than draw attention
Scaling and Animating Visual Elements Across Formats
- Adapting footage and graphics for multiple platform dimensions
- Creating controlled zoom, pan and scale effects to guide attention
- Maintaining visual quality while resizing assets for social output
On-Screen Text Subtitles and Graphic Callouts
- Designing titles, captions and callouts for clarity and accessibility
- Formatting text for legibility on small screens
- Building consistent text styles that support branding and message hierarchy
Exporting Social-Ready Video Assets
- Selecting export settings appropriate to each social platform
- Managing file size, quality and playback performance
- Preparing clips for direct upload scheduling or client delivery
FAQs about the Video Editing for Social Media course
Is this Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to editing video for social media or have been editing video for social media for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in editing video for social media. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course?
Our Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be creating and editing video for social media use throughout the day, working through examples and projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course?
For private classes in Video Editing for Social Media Introduction, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
Should I attend the Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
What support is available after I attend the Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Video Editing for Social Media Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
Video Editing for Social Media — Team and Bespoke Training
Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.
- Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
- We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
- Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
- We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.
Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.
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