YUNOVA · YouTube Channel Skills
Module 10: Video editing
Editing a YouTube video on phone
Key points
- Phone apps can cut, trim and arrange clips on a timeline.
- Add text, music and transitions within the app.
- Export in a resolution that suits YouTube, such as 1080p.
Editing a YouTube video on computer
Key points
- Desktop editors give more control over timeline and effects.
- Cut out mistakes and pauses to keep pace.
- Export with settings matching YouTube's recommended formats.
B-roll, text and music in a YouTube edit
Key points
- B-roll is extra footage that covers cuts and shows what you describe.
- On-screen text highlights key points.
- Keep music lower than the voice.
Copyright-free music and stock footage
Key points
- Copyrighted music can bring claims or strikes.
- The YouTube Audio Library offers free music for videos.
- Check each licence, as some need credit in the description.