OpenShot
OpenShot is a free video editing software you can use to create any number of videos, from instructional lectures/workshops to short films. Using OpenShot in combination with video or audio recordings from OBS or Audacity is a great way to create polished final videos. In this guide, you’ll learn the ins and outs of OpenShot – from basics like Video Playback to using Keyframes to animate objects.
Each section’s content is given from the perspective of editing an educational video, which is intended to support educators looking to use videos in their practice. However, the techniques and tips provided can be applied to any project you take on. As a culmination of the knowledge in each section, one final section dedicated to learning how to piece together an animated instructional video is provided.
Chapter Objectives
- Become familiar with navigating OpenShot
- Support educators in enhancing (a)synchronous learning content
- Provide tools and knowledge that can be used for any kind of video editing
Learning Outcomes
- Basic editing techniques such as importing content and trimming footage
- Intermediate editing techniques such as adjusting audio and using effects
- Advanced editing techniques such as modifying properties and using keyframes
Resources
To install OpenShot, download it from the website and follow the installation prompts. Please note that this guide was written using OpenShot Version 2.6.1. Due to the open source nature of OpenShot and the updates made to the software over time, the version you work with may differ slightly from what is presented here.
