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Christine Steele

Adobe Certified Instructor

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Getting started: Setting up for editing success

Learn how the Media Browser organizes media files. Proxy workflows enable more efficient work on large files, and transcoding techniques upon import.

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Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand project setup in Premiere Pro
  • Utilize media browser for efficient importing
  • Implement proxy workflows for high-resolution footage

Level: Beginner

Skills you'll gain:

Premiere Pro, Editing, Transcription, Proxy

Key Insights

  • Select appropriate project templates based on needs.
  • Use automatic transcription for efficient workflow.
  • Organize media into bins for better management.
  • Always import footage using the media browser.
  • Create proxies for large file sizes to improve editing speed.
  • Preserve metadata by importing clips individually.
  • Utilize favorites in media browser for quick access.
  • Review project settings and summaries for optimal setup.
  • Discuss distribution goals with the team early on.
  • Test different proxy formats for best performance.