DaVinci Resolve Training
Welcome to Luma Studio—proudly the first official Blackmagic Design Training Partner in Iraq. We empower filmmakers and aim to make DaVinci Resolve the industry standard for post-production, offering world-class, hands-on courses led by officially certified trainers.
Note: These courses strictly follow the Blackmagic Design certified curriculum. At the end of these classes, students will be equipped with the necessary knowledge and will be offered to take the official End-User Certification Exam.
The Beginner’s Guide to DaVinci Resolve 20
A comprehensive introduction to the art of video editing, color correction, audio mixing, and visual effects. This certified course is designed to equip you with the essential tools needed to complete a project from start to finish and prepares you for the End-User Certification Exam.
01
Organizing a New Project
Setting up databases, importing media, and managing metadata efficiently.
02
Assembling a Rough Cut
Working in the Edit page, creating timelines, and performing basic edits.
03
Refining a Timeline
Trimming tools, slipping and sliding clips, and dynamic timeline adjustments.
04
Applying Transitions and Effects
Adding cross dissolves, customizing transitions, and applying Resolve FX.
05
Working with Audio
Introduction to the Fairlight page, mixing audio tracks, recording voiceovers, and adjusting levels.
06
Introduction to Color Correction
Navigating the Color page, performing primary color adjustments, and understanding scopes.
07
Delivering a Final Program
Exporting projects for web, broadcast, and digital cinema using the Deliver page.
The Colorist’s Guide to DaVinci Resolve 20
Master the official Blackmagic Design color grading curriculum. Learn professional techniques for primary and secondary corrections, node-based workflows, and color management. This course ensures you are fully prepared for the official Colorist Certification Exam.
01
Balancing Footage
Understanding the color grading workflow, normalizing log footage, and achieving accurate primary balances.
02
Creating Color Continuity
Matching shots across a scene, utilizing stills, and ensuring visual consistency.
03
Correcting Isolated Areas (Secondary Grading)
Mastering Power Windows, HSL Qualifiers, and tracking techniques to isolate and enhance specific elements.
04
Advanced Node Tree Structures
Building efficient node graphs, using Parallel and Layer nodes, and keeping complex grades organized.
05
DaVinci Resolve Color Management
Setting up color-managed workflows (RCM/ACES), working with different color spaces, and handling RAW media.
06
Creative Looks and Emulation
Crafting cinematic looks, understanding contrast and color harmonies, and applying creative LUTs safely.
07
Delivery and Optimization
Preparing the timeline for final render, caching strategies, and rendering high-quality master files.
The Editor’s Guide to DaVinci Resolve 20
Dive deep into the craft of professional video editing. This course covers advanced trimming techniques, multicamera editing, audio mixing, and complex workflows, preparing you thoroughly for the official Editing Certification Exam.
01
Organizing a New Project
Setting up project settings, optimizing media, and creating smart bins.
02
Assembling the Rough Cut
Working efficiently with source tapes, the cut page, and append edits.
03
Moving Clips in the Timeline
Swapping clips, performing insert edits, and ripple replacements.
04
Refining the Edit
Mastering advanced trimming tools, slip and slide edits, and dynamic trimming.
05
Multicamera Editing
Syncing multiple angles, live editing multicam timelines, and refining cuts.
06
Working with Audio in the Edit Page
Keyframing volume, applying audio transitions, and basic mixing.
07
Adding Effects and Transitions
Customizing Resolve FX, keyframing effects, and rendering in place.
08
Delivering the Final Project
Exporting multiple timelines, formatting for broadcast and web, and project archiving.
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