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Edit films and videos with the industry-standard film editor.
Learn how to edit raw footage in any video format with {{adobe-premiere}}. From establishing shot to end credits — and every two shot and cutaway along the way — easily apply editing techniques to achieve the director’s vision.
What is film editing?
Film editing is the process of selecting, arranging and refining video clips to create a complete story. It shapes how the audience experiences a film by controlling pacing, emotion and continuity from scene to scene.
From video clips to feature-film quality in one platform.
Import footage from any file format.
Easily drag and drop video files or film footage into your project, no matter the format. Whether you’ve shot on a DSLR, GoPro or iPhone — or another smartphone — you can make everything from YouTube videos to feature-length movies with Premiere film editing software, a trusted film editing tool for creators.
Trim footage with precision.
Make intuitive edits in your timeline with the Trim tool to extend or shorten clips for smooth film transitions. You can even create and edit a multicam sequence using Premiere’s straightforward editing process, ideal for movie editors and video creators looking to perfect timing and flow in their projects.
Add animation and video effects.
Create animated motion graphics for transitions and title sequences using Motion effect controls and keyframes. Use templates or create your own with Type and Shape tools in the Essential Graphics panel. Enhance your film editing projects with cinematic effects, visual storytelling, and creative techniques that bring every frame to life.
Manage your audio editing and sound effects.
Edit or sync audio, add sound effects and automatically duck music or ambience during dialogue with a single click in the Essential Sound panel. Fine-tune every element of your soundtrack to create balanced, professional-quality audio for your film editing projects and movie edits.
Enhance your workflow with AI video editing.
Save time and boost efficiency with AI video editing. Automatically detect cuts, match colour and audio, and streamline repetitive tasks so you can focus on storytelling.
Do more with {{after-effects}} and {{adobe-stock}}.
Take advantage of seamless integration with Mac or Windows desktops and other Adobe apps to finesse your videos.
Find the footage you need.
Access the Adobe Stock library while you work with the Creative Cloud Libraries panel. Pinpoint the right stock photos and video footage to make your final cut shine.
Add Hollywood visual effects.
Give your rough cut some Hollywood-ready visual effects. Import compositions from After Effects with ease. Any changes you make in one application are immediately reflected in the other without the need for intermediate rendering.
Hone your post-production chops.
Control workflows with user-friendly tutorials to get the most out of Adobe Premiere movie editing software. Grow your skills no matter your current experience level.
Learn five film-editing basics.
See how easy it is to import your footage, create a sequence, add a title, adjust audio levels and export video.
Adjust colours and white balance.
Use the Lumetri Colour panel, a cinematographer favourite, to make colour adjustments to your professional video. Fix white balance, colour correction, colour grading and more.
Explore more about the filmmaking process.
From different types of film editing styles to filmmaker best practices, discover insights that help you craft your next short film, documentary or feature-length movie using Adobe Premiere.
Learn the basics of a shooting script.
Dive into what’s included in a shooting script, which features every bit of info a film crew needs to get the job done.
Work every camera angle with different shots.
Discover key types of camera shots every cinematographer or videographer should know, from wide angles to close-ups, to plan your edit effectively.
Respect the production process.
Get a look into the full video production process to better understand each step from screenwriting to special effects.
Explore the ins and outs of post-production.
Learn how the post-production process shapes the final film, from visual effects and colour grading to sound design and editing tips in Adobe Premiere.
Discover editing tips, techniques and tools.
Take your skills to the next level — learn about editing tools, both audio and visual, to grow your ability in {{premiere}}.
Frequently asked questions around film editing.
Improve your editing skills.
Learn how to spin raw footage into gold with these tips that will help you on your quest to become the best-possible video editor.
Keep your sound spot on.
Explore how to keep your film’s sound on point with audio editing techniques. Learn how to fine-tune everything from music videos to indie films in {{premiere}}.
Add video effects to your project.
Learn about advanced features for video and special effects to adjust colour, fix shaky footage with video stabilisation and more.
Tap into audio effects.
Discover how to balance dialogue in your footage with music, sound effects and more.