Free DaVinci Resolve 17 training videos released by Blackmagic Design

If you are new to, or even a veteran of, using the DaVinci Resolve 17 editing suite, then you might want to check out the comprehensive range of free training videos now available from Blackmagic Design.

In total, there are four sections, broken into topic groupings (editing, colour and Fairlight audio and Fusion), each containing multiple videos that provide instruction and best practices for each topic.

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Each video is downloadable (or playable on the website) and also provides an accompanying project file which allows you to follow along and work on.

Below, we have listed each topic section and what you can expect to learn in each video.

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DaVinci Resolve 17 Edit – Four videos and project files:

1. Introduction to Editing Part 1 – 1 hour 09 min
   • Discover the art of editing in DaVinci Resolve 17! Editing is central to cinematic storytelling and this video will help you understand the tools and techniques to achieve your creative vision.
2. Introduction to Editing Part 2 – 44 min
   • This video expands on the features on the edit page. You’ll learn how to refine a rough cut using trim edit, match frame and replace shots, mix audio and even add effects, transitions and titles!
3. Multicam Editing – 32 min
   • Learn about multicam editing with DaVinci Resolve 17. You’ll learn how to sync angles directly in the timeline before editing a simple two-camera video and then a larger multicam music performance!
4. Visual Effects in the Edit Page – 30 min
   • Discover how to enhance your project with visual effects on the edit page! You’ll learn how to use travelling mattes, pull an effective green screen key, create simple sign replacements and more.

DaVinci Resolve 17 Colour – Five videos and project files:

1. Introduction to Colour – 1 hour 33 min
   • This video introduces you to the powerful color page in DaVinci Resolve 17. Learn how and why to use the primary and secondary grading tools, along with how to read scopes, balance shots and more!
2. Advanced Colour – 57 min
   • Discover the advanced features used by Hollywood colorists! Learn how to set up color management, structure grades with the node editor, work with RAW media, use tracking with the Magic Mask and more!
3. DaVinci Resolve Mini Panel – 31 min
   • Work faster and get more creative control with the DaVinci Resolve Mini Panel. Learn how to navigate the color page, edit multiple parameters simultaneously and grade, all without using a mouse!
4. Delivering Colour – 19 min
   • Learn how to prepare your content for delivery! This video teaches you how to set up and use presets on the deliver page, work with the render queue, deliver content for online use and more!
5. Colour Management – 31 min
   • This video will show you why color management is a critical part of your editing workflow and teach you about the various color management systems and settings available in DaVinci Resolve.

DaVinci Resolve 17 Fairlight (Audio) – Seven videos and project files:

1. Introduction to Audio – 1 hour 28 min
   • This video introduces you to the Fairlight page in DaVinci Resolve 17 including navigation, importing media, clip selection, balancing levels, simple editing and even repairing dialogue with plugins!
2. Introduction to Sound Design – 58 min
   • Discover the art of sound design and effects editing including controlling clip and track levels, creating a spotting list with markers, managing clips in the sound library and even adding effects!
3. Introduction to Mixing – 1 hour 16 min
   • Learn about the critical step of mixing audio. In this video, you’ll pan tracks, sweeten audio with equalization and dynamics, work with buses, use automation and get your audio ready for delivery.
4. Recording VO and ADR – 47 min
   • This video will show you how to record a simple voiceover track for a scene and then how to use ADR tools to replace dialogue. You’ll also learn learn how to set up a microphone and start recording!
5. Working with Audio Track Layers – 30 min
   • This video will show you how to use audio track layers, a powerful tool that allows you to edit multiple takes together to realize the best performance.
6. Channel Mapping and Linked Groups – 23 min
   • Learn how to work with channel mapping and linked groups in DaVinci Resolve 17. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be armed with the skills needed for future projects with multichannel audio!
7. Dolby Atmos Integration – 48 min
   • Discover the world of Dolby Atmos with tools built into Fairlight! You’ll work with a professionally produced demo project before creating your own Dolby Atmos mix with Fairlight Immersive tools.

DaVinci Resolve 17 Fusion – Four videos and project files:

1. Introduction to Fusion – 58 min
   • Discover the powerful Fusion page where you can create cinematic visual effects and motion graphics! You’ll learn the basics of the node based interface for compositing, tracking, keying and more.
2. Basic Compositing – 59 min
   • Learn how to perform common compositing tasks on the Fusion page. You’ll discover how to combine separate takes to create one seamless final image and replace skies using the powerful luma keyer.
3. Motion Graphics in Fusion – 1 hour 08 min
   • Discover the true 3D workspace on the Fusion page. You’ll learn the basics of how to build with shapes, using views and cameras, adding lights and how to render your 3D objects into 2D.
4. 3D Compositing in Fusion – 1 hour 14 min
   • This video expands on the advanced 3D compositing tools on the Fusion page. You’ll learn how to use the powerful 3D camera tracking tool to add objects, how to paint out unwanted objects and more!

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