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    • A

      Amazon Ads

      Campaign Planning and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Advertising, Media Planning, Online Advertising, Promotions and Campaigns, Marketing Planning, Digital Advertising, Paid media, Content Performance Analysis, Advertising Sales, Keyword Research, Brand Awareness, Performance Reporting, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Goal Setting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Understanding the Campaign Components

      Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Strategic Communication, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Resource Allocation, Media Strategy, Brand Management, Earned Media, Communication Strategies, Owned Media, Public Relations, Shared Media, Brand Awareness, Paid media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Target Audience, Research

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Building Multimodal Search and RAG

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Unstructured Data

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for PR Specialists

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Public Relations, Content Creation, Marketing and Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Team Leadership, Data Ethics, Promotions and Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Melbourne

      Contemporary India

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Culture, Ancient History, World History, Social Sciences, Economic Development, Anthropology, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Economics, Policy Analysis, Business Economics

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Make a Table of Contents, Footnotes, and more with Word

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Document Management, Collaborative Software

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Cómo crear tu marca personal usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Graphic Design, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Content Creation, Presentations, Social Media Content, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Creativity, Social Media

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Cloud Storage: Qwik Start - Cloud Console

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Data Storage, Google Cloud Platform, File Management, Public Cloud, Data Sharing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      L&T EduTech

      Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Construction, Building Codes, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Civil Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Analysis, Technical Drawing, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Environmental Engineering, 3D Modeling, Engineering Design Process

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Blender to Unreal Engine 5: Foundation and Asset Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Modeling, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Game Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, File Management, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export, Content Creation

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Fundamentals of Speechwriting

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Editing, Writing and Editing, Public Speaking, Writing, Proofreading, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Introduzione alla fisica sperimentale: elettromagnetismo, ottica, fisica moderna

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Laboratory Experience, Electrical Systems, Experimentation, Basic Electrical Systems, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physical Science, Mechanics, Electronics Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Integral Calculus

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular video editing courses

    • Campaign Planning and Optimization: Amazon Ads
    • Understanding the Campaign Components: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Building Multimodal Search and RAG: DeepLearning.AI
    • GenAI for PR Specialists: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Contemporary India : The University of Melbourne
    • Make a Table of Contents, Footnotes, and more with Word: Coursera Project Network
    • Cómo crear tu marca personal usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Cloud Storage: Qwik Start - Cloud Console: Google Cloud
    • Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design: L&T EduTech
    • Blender to Unreal Engine 5: Foundation and Asset Creation: Packt

    Why Learn Video Editing?

    Video editing is the craft of shaping raw footage into compelling visual stories using cuts, transitions, audio, and effects. It’s a vital skill in fields like marketing, entertainment, education, and social media. Learning video editing gives you the tools to create polished content, communicate ideas creatively, and bring stories to life on screen.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Video Editing

    Popular video editing courses include offerings from the University of Colorado Boulder and LearnQuest. These courses cover editing fundamentals, storytelling, audio mixing, and tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and Final Cut Pro.‎

    Yes. Many video editing courses offer a free audit option. This lets you watch the lessons and access reading materials without paying. If you want to complete projects, earn a certificate, or get graded feedback, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to cut and arrange video clips, add transitions and effects, sync audio, and tell compelling stories through video. Some courses also cover color correction, motion graphics, and exporting formats for platforms like YouTube and social media.‎

    No experience is required. Many courses are beginner-friendly and introduce editing concepts and tools step by step. You can start with free or browser-based tools and move to professional software as your skills grow.‎

    Yes. Video editing skills are in demand across media, marketing, content creation, and film. A course on Coursera can help you build a portfolio, learn industry tools, and gain confidence in your editing workflow—whether you're freelancing or aiming for a creative role.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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