Adobe Premiere Pro CC - Basic Editing for Beginners

In this tutorial I go over the simplest way to get started editing in Adobe Premiere CC. Questions? Comment below!
The version I'm using in the video is CC 2017, but most (if not all) of the steps I walk through are applicable to earlier and later versions of Premiere.
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he explains the step by step as if i were a 9 year old child without a brain, exactly the way I need it, thank you very much

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I have never had premiere pro explained so simply yet in so much detail I have a project due in a few hours and this has sped everything along omg I LOVE YOU

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[@kamranfarooqui7619]

Your soft 'pace' of teaching is easy to digest and learn. Another element I also liked was 'recap summary' that you also go over. Great! Keep that flow. Look forward to more. thanks

[@victoriacrudup3477]

I agree. I loved how he zoomed into the icons so I could see and wasn't too fast. Subscribing. Really helped me out.

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[@neoasura]

Finally an actual "beginner" video, the other "beginner" videos must assume you already have the knowledge of how to import a video clip

[@anthonycerrato5318]

That visualization of the two screens changed my entire outlook on the program. It always seemed so much, but the way you compartmentalized the two different systems made so much sense to my eyes and brain. I literally gasped.

[@gbengaafolayan]

You just gain a new subscriber, Nathan. This video was uploaded in August 2017 (more than 5 years ago) and is still very relevant till now. Nathan, you are a legendary teacher. I wish I could double-like this video. Thank you.

[@jessicahunsberger3664]

OMG....I'm trying to edit a high school play production for the first time and this is a lifesaver of a tutorial. Thank you!!

[@davidosorio7030]

OMG this is a life saver for my class. In my 2 hour class the instructor explained it to us. I was completely lost. I found your vid and within 5 mins I understand how to edit my videos. Thanks so much

[@diveactive]

AT last, Someone who talks at an understanding and bearable pace and accent and explains it in easy simple straightforward steps.

[@amanuelabera819]

This is the best, simplest and quickest tutorial of all. Thanks a lot sir!

[@camelia2374]

your voice is so clear, even though i'm not really good at english, i can understand, thankyou.

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[@sol5803]

EXCELLENT teaching. Thank you! I go to school pay hundreds of dollars, to have an instructor just share adobe tutorials from the Adobe website. He hasn't ever explained anything to this extent.

[@coltonjacobs5383]

Thank you. I’m about to do a video project at school and I needed to learn how to use Adobe Premier. This really helps me out a lot. It’s so simple and your explanations were perfect

[@israelpenzi2534]

I watched this video back in 2020, and I'm now back to drop a comment because I realized how much this video helped me grow my video editing skills and I just can't forget it. Thanks a lot Premier Gal.

[@vernonwilkinsjr.7387]

Thank you so much, I've been having so much trouble wondering where to start and not getting anywhere. I didn't think I could do it but this little 12 minute video you did has convinced me that I can. Thank you again I'll be watching closely.

[@cj4088]

I'm in IT and time is critical to me, so when I say this video was very much comprehensive and concise while being extremely helpful; thanks a million.

[@aarushisingh690]

What a great video! This is literally my first ever Premiere Pro tutorial, and it's super easy to understand Nathan! Thank you!

[@coletteray6429]

Thank you Nathan for your slow explanation of this video. It's easy for a beginner to understand. Some KZbinrs explain and go so fast, that you have to keep rewinding their video.

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The way you summarized the whole process is on "A" class level. Thank you so much sir, you the best💫🙏💫

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[@latiadixon9917]

i learned so much in just these 12 mins then I did watching a 30 min video lol. This was very helpful!

[@AfiKoKo]

I did not think I would watch this entire video. I watched this entire video. I dont even have Premier but I'm thinking about it. Thank you for an awesome, detailed, and friendly paced tutorial!

[@andy0245]

Nathan, I’m about to edit my first 30 sec film. This has given me the confidence to do so - Thank you so much!

[@hawk3393]

The world needs people like you. Thanks for the encouragement to learn Premier Pro just before I was about to stop learning after listening to a lot of tutors that's it's very difficult for the beginners.

[@tomshelby8682]

Because of this video I managed to finish my school assignment! Thanks man

[@theusaftechguy]

Searched on like 5 different days. Your video was the first to actually have the basic information that I wanted. Thx

[@filiphere1862]

Thank you so much! Even dough this video is 3 years old it helped me a lot to change from my previous editing software to premiere!

[@oichii6938]

I'm also moving from Camtasia to Premiere but I felt overwhelmed and lost. Did you get used to it quickly?

[@kickassets6414]

Ur a natural communicator. Really appreciate ur clear and non boring style of teaching. Thank u

[@VanityNews]

Great Stuff! You are meant for teaching. I am wondering why did you stop making videos. Please upload more content on premiere pro

[@DJ535]

whTabout exporting wtf

[@stealth7225]

Making videos about anything takes a lot of time

[@ohjm21]

so so easy to understand the way you explaine things..i have watched other video but just completely confused me.. this is way better to watch and learn. thank you for making it easy to understand for beginners like me..

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[@purnimas4178]

I wish you were teaching full time and creating such videos. You are perfect! Out of all the PrPro videos out there, you made the most sense for me. Thank you!

[@steviewonders1314]

Thank you so much Nathan.... Your instructions and wording are clear and simple at just the right pace, not too slow, not too fast. You make learning to edit using Premiere which seems scary at first seems so much easier... Thank you so much for your time and sharing of your knowledge. Subscribed.

[@novelafilmacademy]

Great introduction to basic editing in Premiere Pro! This tutorial does an excellent job of breaking down essential tools and techniques for beginners.

[@thefilmplane4896]

That was and excellent basic guide for getting started, I can now see how to do more complex cuts just from this simple explanation. Great work!!

[@eruston]

thank you, the demonstration of how to import only the video 10:34 and have the audio from the main interview continue was exactly what i was looking for!

[@Dawsdenn]

Loved the vid, coming from someone who's exclusively been editing in sony vegas, this is definitely a good video to help me branch out with my editing skills!

[@TheShavindu]

This is the best Premiere Pro basics video I've ever seen! Kudos!

[@andyobrien6263]

Great tutorial Nathan, done at a really good pace so I could actually take in the information - no over the top distracting bells & whistles, just sound advice! Thanks

[@NathanJeffers]

helen pannitt thanks! That’s what I was going for

[@livialavie4705]

The video is super great and easy to understand. To be honest, i am a journalism student and your video is way much better than what i learned in school. Thanks Nathan!

[@razzlingraptor81]

Thank you so much for this video! I found it so helpful! I've been racking my brains over premiere pro to work on my film project, this being my very first time. The explanation was so easy to follow and at a comfortable pace. I'm definitely gonna check out the remaining tutorials 😊

[@piumiesaranga5336]

this is one of the videos that I wanna smash the like button thousand times. content is good voice is good teaching is good, this is a fantastic tutorial. THANKS!!

[@activateist]

Ur way of explanation is easy to understand ...thanks Can also please show how to add texts , audio and transactions in videos colour corrections and some more...

[@NathanJeffers]

You're welcome! Definitely planning to do that in the future.

[@sylvestros]

Yes, but u didn't..........

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[@rijay3338]

I agree iam about to write the same comments pls how to add audio,text

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[@Mafinenterainment]

AMAZING tutorial! One of the most comprehensive tutorials I've seen for anytNice tutorialng. Thanks so much!

[@palidena8366]

This was an amazing video. Easy to follow and just the right amount of detail.

[@RaajKanchan]

I am gonna subscribe because you conveyed the message and explained the tips in a very simple manner. A never ever used Pro CC noob can now understand and pick the tip through your tutorial. Thank You.

[@simonwardTeamHealthyandStrong]

very nice tutorial Nathan....easy to listen too, well labelled and very specific with no frills...like it...

[@abilashraj645]

I've seen tones of tutorial videos those guys like "do this and do this and do this and done" but you are explaining very slowly and its easy to observe thans for the video yo❤️

[@TheRealGini]

Great video man. Making the transition from Sony Vegas to premiere pro and it was a little daunting but you’ve set the pace for me. Keep it up!

[@woofcartoons]

I'm taking college classes that needs this software and I couldn't find a good video to help me how to use it and your video helping me so much. Thank you.

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That's alot Nathan love the was you explained everything you just made my day 😂

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[@JayneRohlfing]

I watched 4 different videos before I ran across yours and you explained the basics better than any of them! I was about to pull all my hair out before I stumbled up this. THANK YOU!

[@everettsanders1606]

Thanks! I love the "small, bite-size" approach. I'm a simple man!

[@tanaville5311]

He explains so well. this makes learning the software easy. The recaps also kept me fro losing it all through. thanks a lot

[@remymill]

Thank you, Nathan! This will streamline my getting started phase. Cheers! 🍻

[@gargimukherjee4090]

That's it. I am just gonna watch everything on editing you ever make. I found my perfect teacher. It was the perfect amount of info without trying too hard to be edgy and maintaining interest as well. Thanks and looking forward to learning more from you!

[@woodsmansfinest3814]

you must have rehearsed that video before... this was a really great job and took a lot of my worries away! Cheers

[@caryllecuizon2120]

i love the way you explain each steps clearly, I don't need to click back all over again to understand, thank you

[@stalinr6226]

Nathan it is so helpful to a graphic designers like me, I have started to use this application lately to edit program and training videos. Thanks man!

[@JoshRamos-iw1ut]

Hi! I just got my decent PC and now wanted to be a video editor sadly no one will hire a guy with no degree yet and virtually no experience yet on editing using Adobe Premiere Pro. I think watching your tutorial series will give me the edge I need, thank you!

[@Kylec4488]

Nice video very specific even tho I knew most the things u where talking about. plus you taught me a little more meaning bout some stuff in premiere pro.

[@basedbari6680]

One of the most helpful and straightforward premiere tutorials I've watched, thank you man.

[@Seanietsunami300]

When are you adding in another episode or extensive version. Very easy to understand and learn. Thank you

[@homburgler]

I've watched three other Adobe Premiere tutorials for beginners and your video is by far the best. It was clear to understand and has given me the basic information to get started on the program. Thank you and hope you plan to share more videos in the future as I just found your page today and subscribed. :)

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[@avengergameryt200]

went through when I first started video editing, now it's taking a whole new switch and learning soft will only boost my courage for the

[@silversentient]

Very Kool! I just moved out and plan to pursue KZbin, so a lot of the scary questions seem more understandable now ^w^

[@BadassBobY]

All the best 😐👏😎

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[@cpalmour]

This video saved me on a project I have to turn in for a grade. I was able to edit the project with no problems.

[@joelnjui4821]

am from kenya and i like how u taught ........... thanks plz teach about colour correction

[@tushargupta1968]

You are such a good teacher. I was struggling with the b roll and your seeing from above metaphor cleared every doubt in my mind.

[@allenfiallos4487]

Awesome tutorial!! You should really upload the more extensive version.

[@jimmyzulu5361]

Hey Nathan! It's Jimmy here. I love and enjoyed your basic training on premiere pro. Am looking forward to learn from you man. You're so great. Thank you.

[@Blastsu]

5:39 thought someone was at my door LOL

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Ok

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Blastsu how was this mean to be funny

[@jgenos8878]

dude i have used less complex editing software before ( Imovie, etc) but just started using Premier... thank you for dumbing it down for me in an understanding way!! Very helpful!

[@DasunWanaguru]

Thank you very much !

[@GreenFlowerGarden]

Thank you thank you!! Finally found an actual beginners video on how to use this program. Would love more!

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Thank you!

[@ThikatTadka]

Your extraordinary way of explaining helped us to understand the basics after watching the video just twice. We are grateful!!!

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5:37 the mans making a video LEAVE HIM BE

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lol, I did not even notice it

[@desbravacanada]

I freaked out for a second, I am alone home and heard someone banging on the door... hahah

[@amberroyal3566]

First person to make editing easy thank you.

[@alphonsaux]

and im still waiting for your next video :"--(

[@thepurpledoll]

Same. It's a shame too that this is his last video uploaded so far. Hoping everything's well on his end and he'll make that next tutorial soon

[@hemen1126]

I love your style of teaching, I got very scared of this software because many people on KZbin teach for a more experienced audience, while omitting the very basic stuff like "Move video only" or "Set to frame size", which were some things that always were there and I never knew what they did until now, all in all I greatly appreciate and consider your content to be helpful!

[@skittle6135]

Only problem is premiere is like 100 a year that’s so expensive

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I can give it to you for 50...and you won't have to pay again

[@annabella6326]

OMG! I thought it was hard using adobe premiere but you prove me wrong! Detailed and to the point. Love it! Thank you so much!

[@astonmikedelgado]

Thank you so much for the tips and tutorials Nathan. Much appreciated and has been helpful to me. Cheers from Croatia 🇭🇷

[@JT_Williams]

Hands down the best video I've seen on PP! Keep up the great work

[@scythe1533]

I love how the way you speak. I can really absorb anything that you are tying to teach.

[@JebastinThanasekarJ]

new to Adobe Premiere Pro and got Impressed by your teaching....

[@TheSpyWhoCriedMedic]

Thank you! Finally a beginners tutorial that isn't too complicated and explained the bare basics.

[@Yongamadin]

Thanks very I have watched so many videos online without learning anything. It is your video that helped with my first edit after cinematographer started charging me for edits. I watched this video and I did my first edit which is on my channel for my street interview I am inspired to do more and learn more but you have very few videos. Another thing I like to learn is adding soundtrack to videos Thank you and God bless for teaching like a teacher

[@dfjr19]

Best tutorial I’ve come across

[@johnmcquilkin]

Very informative. I was watching another Premiere Pro tutorial for beginners that was so confusing especially when they spoke of sequence splitting. Yours is much better. Thank you Nathan!

[@Strawberrytops8]

Perfect for my needs! Wanted a quick video outlining the basics for a video I needed to whip up for a uni project and this was it. Thanks a million!

[@angellajan2127]

Your passion in teaching makes me so easy to learn this premiere, your pronounce is so clear, even i'm not really good in English i can understand. your way in teaching makes this premiere so easy to learn, thankyou, go forward with more tutorial and project.

[@Flow_with_Roland]

Thank you! I'm a complete beginner, just downloaded today and aiming a Virtual Assistant position in my dream domain, so thank you man!

[@sigopekf]

Literally the best tutorial, it was so easy to understand. Thank youuu please make more beginners' tutorials!!

[@alexandrospalentzas7667]

This video really helps a lot. Thanks for sharing this tutorial! It's very easy to start and edit by following your steps. Your "pace" is great which helps a lot in the video.

[@kevinpaulnsibambi9728]

I had lost molar to study premier pro but your explaining has made see it in a different perspective. Thanks

[@SAFeintheRealWorld]

Nathan, you are a genius for being able to explain this simply and easily. I have wasted sooo much time and gave up trying to learn Premiere Pro - now I feel there may be hope. Better than Adobe !

[@nabilahmedkhan8052]

Wow ! Thanks for explaining the sound byte and B-roll concept. Thats exactly what I was looking for and it was great !

[@cris_motorfide1857]

Nathan Jeffers, you have such a great future doing this. I hope you decide to keep teaching cool stuff. Thank you for the best teaching tutorial I have ever came across!

[@NathanJeffers]

Thanks. That means a lot 🙂 hope to have some more coming soon

[@philipmeese6501]

This was so valuable to me! I've used Elements for a years now, but I'm working on a multi-camera piece that I need more fire-power for. This video convinced me to jump off the ledge and come up to speed with Pro. Thanks so much!