In supporting DIY video creation on campus, one of the most frequent issues is how to best edit the video you’ve filmed. While Macs have iMovie built in, there’s no such equivalent software in Windows. While Final Cut Pro X and Adobe Premiere are both available at the Multimedia Project Studio, they can also be overwhelming to new users. Addressing both issues is Adobe Premiere Rush, available as part of the Creative Cloud. Not only is it available on Macs and PC with the same interface and user experience, it’s also available for free on Androids and iOS mobile devices.
It’s features and workflow are no-frills essentials. You select and import the video clips you would like to edit, rearrange and trim them on a timeline, add some graphics and transitions, then export to your resolution of choice. For instances in which you need to cut together some shots from your iPhone, or remove a section from a Zoom recording, using Rush is a way to quickly make the needed edits without getting into logistics required with more advanced software. And if you ever do get ambitious about your project, Rush allows you to import your project to Premiere as well.
To learn more, LinkedIn Learning offers an hour-long course of the software.
