If you've been thinking about starting a youtube channel in 2025, but not knowing how to edit videos is holding you back... Don't worry I know how confusing it is at first. In this video I'm going to show you how to edit your first youtube video step by step as a beginner so you can finally start your channel. Enjoy! 🎵Start Your FREE 7-Day Trial For Epidemicsound here: https://share.epidemicsound.com/vinceAPR24 💻🚀Learn video editing & social media growth in my New Editing Academy here: https://videoeditors.io/ If you want to see more content about how to edit videos and get clients as a freelance video editor or creative agency owner, make sure to subscribe. ---------------------------------------- Thank you for the support & thanks for watching. VINCE Video on my export settings in Adobe Premiere Pro for Youtube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILVWRfrR6gk&ab_channel=VinceOpra Editing checklist: Pre-Editing Tasks: - Organize your raw footage into folders by project or category. - Backup your footage to prevent loss. - Review any scripts or outlines to understand the video's structure and content. Technical Checks: - Check audio levels to ensure clear sound quality. - Review video resolution and frame rate settings for consistency. - Check for any background noise or distractions that need to be removed. - Ensure proper white balance and color correction for a consistent look. Editing Process: - Import footage into your editing software. - Arrange clips in the desired order according to the script or storyline. - Trim and cut unnecessary footage to maintain pacing and flow. - Add transitions between scenes to improve continuity. - Incorporate B-roll footage to enhance visual interest. - Insert graphics, text overlays, and other visual elements as needed. -Sync audio with video and adjust levels as necessary. - Add background music or sound effects to enhance the mood. - Apply effects and filters for creative enhancement (if applicable). Quality Control: - Review the entire video for any technical errors or glitches. - Check for consistency in audio levels and visual elements. - Ensure that all text and graphics are correctly spelled and positioned. - Verify that transitions are smooth and natural. - Pay attention to pacing and timing to maintain viewer engagement. Content Optimization: - Ensure that the video meets YouTube's recommended specifications for upload. - Add end screens, annotations, or cards to promote other videos or encourage engagement. - Optimize video title, description, and tags for SEO purposes. - Create an eye-catching thumbnail image that accurately represents the content. Final Review: - Watch the entire video from start to finish for a final quality check. - Solicit feedback from peers or collaborators if available. - Make any necessary revisions based on feedback. - Save and export the final version of the video in the desired format. Post-Editing Tasks: - Upload the video to YouTube. - Write a compelling video description and title. - Add relevant tags and select appropriate categories. - Share the video on social media platforms and other relevant channels. - Monitor comments and engage with viewers to foster a sense of community. - Analyze performance metrics to inform future editing decisions. By following this checklist, you can ensure that your YouTube videos are of high quality and effectively engage your audience. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:50 Step 1 - Organization 1:30 Step 2 - Starting a new project 2:01 Step 3 - Trimming the fat 2:45 Step 4 - Adding music 4:40 Step 5 - Adding elements 6:02 Step 6 - Adding sound effects 6:44 Step 7 - Color correcting 8:00 Step 8 - Reviewing your edit 8:25 Step 9 - Going through a pre-export checklist 8:54 Step 10 - Exporting your project 9:28 Summary