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Editing Workflow

This document outlines a step-by-step workflow for editing reels in Premiere Pro and After Effects, covering project setup, rough cuts, adding text and visuals, transitions, music, and final touches. Key tips include maintaining a fast-paced rhythm, using engaging animations, and ensuring the final product is optimized for platforms like Instagram and YouTube Shorts. Additional pro tips emphasize keeping the reel under 30 seconds and including a clear call to action.

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Editing Workflow

This document outlines a step-by-step workflow for editing reels in Premiere Pro and After Effects, covering project setup, rough cuts, adding text and visuals, transitions, music, and final touches. Key tips include maintaining a fast-paced rhythm, using engaging animations, and ensuring the final product is optimized for platforms like Instagram and YouTube Shorts. Additional pro tips emphasize keeping the reel under 30 seconds and including a clear call to action.

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Step-by-Step Reel Editing Workflow (Post-Production)

1. Set Up Your Project


In Premiere Pro:
• Create a new project
• Create a vertical sequence (1080x1920, 30fps)
• Import all assets:
→ Footage, B-roll, music, sound FX, logos

2. Do the Rough Cut


• Place the main footage (A-roll) on the timeline
• Trim out silences, mistakes, and filler words
• Use cut tool (C) to make fast, jumpy edits
• Maintain a rhythm: Keep it tight, fast-paced
Goal: Just raw spoken message—clean and direct.

3. Add Text + Subtitles (Captions)


• Use Essential Graphics or Auto Transcription
• Highlight key words in bold or color
• Add pop, bounce, or shake animations
Tip: Use color like yellow or white for subtitles
In After Effects (if advanced):
• Animate each word (kinetic typography)
• Use position + scale keyframes for pop effects

4. Add Zooms, Cuts & Motion


Zoom Effects (in Premiere Pro):
• Select clip → Scale: 100 → 110 over 4-6 frames
• Use Position keyframes to follow the face
Jump Cuts:
• Cut on every phrase or emotion change
• Add speed ramp for extra energy (Right-click →
Speed/Duration)
Use these cuts to add power and pacing.

5. Add B-Roll & Visuals


• Drag B-roll clips over main track
• Reduce opacity or add Luma Fade transition
• Add transparent emojis/PNGs
Use visuals that support what you're saying. Example:
talking about “money”? Show cash flying in.

6. Add Transitions
• Use simple ones: Cross dissolve, Slide, Zoom
• Use glitch transitions or motion blur wipes from plugins
or packs
Tip: Use only 1–2 styles per reel to stay clean.

7. Add Music & SFX


• Background music (volume low -20dB)
• Add punchy sound effects for:
o Text pops
o Transitions
o Logo bounce
Use Boom SFX, Hits, Whooshes, and Clicks to keep it snappy.

8. Final Touches (Color + Branding)


• Apply Lumetri Color for skin tone fix
• Add Vignette or light gradient
• Insert your logo + social handle at end
• Use animation if in After Effects: Slide, Bounce, Scale

9. Export for Instagram, YouTube Shorts, Reels


Export Settings:
• Format: H.264 (MP4)
• Resolution: 1080x1920
• Frame rate: 30fps
• Bitrate: 8–12 Mbps (CBR or VBR)
• Audio: AAC, 320kbps

Bonus: Pro Tips for Viral-Quality Reels


• Keep length under 30 seconds
• Hook in the first 2 seconds
• Use captions on screen always
• Add 1 CTA at the end: “Follow”, “Save”, “Share”

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