Video Editing
Become a job-ready video editor in six months for the CQP certificate, from narrative cutting and sound design to colour grading, motion graphics and delivery.
6 Months
In-person
EN / FR
What is this program?
A hands-on program in Caasitech Academy that prepares you for the Ministry's Production of Graphic Designs diploma. You learn to create print documents, illustrations, web pages and simple animations, and to explain your design choices to a client.
Why does it exist?
Companies, institutions and clients need people who can produce consistent, professional visual work. The national programme was built with employers, so training follows real workplace tasks.
Who is it for?
Students, professionals, career switchers and entrepreneurs who want a nationally recognized qualification, either to work in a studio or company or to work for themselves.
What You Will Learn
5 modules in Video Editing
Each module builds on the previous one, from foundations to a finished, portfolio-ready project.
Cutting and Story
Tell clear stories.
- Story structure
- Organising footage
- Cuts and pacing
- Narrative assembly
Sound Design
Shape the sound.
- Dialogue cleanup
- Music selection
- Voice-over recording
- Mixing and mastering
Colour Grading
Finish the image.
- Correction workflow
- Skin tones
- Creative looks
- Matching shots
Graphics and Delivery
Deliver professionally.
- Titles and lower thirds
- Basic motion graphics
- Subtitles and versions
- Exporting for platforms
Commissioned Film
Deliver to a client.
- Client brief
- Edit and revisions
- Final master
- Defence and showreel
Skills & Attitudes
Skills and attitudes for Video Editing
Beyond technical knowledge, this program builds the professional qualities employers look for.
Cognitive and technical
Editing, sound and colour knowledge.
Craft and detail
Precision in cutting and finishing.
Interpersonal
Client handling and feedback.
Personal
Patience and deadline discipline.
How You'll Train
Built on the MWF Training Model
This is a full qualification, so most of the time goes into Core and Polish: learning the craft, then proving it on real work, including a company internship.
Foundation
Story and editing basics.
Core
Cutting, sound and colour.
Polish
Brief-based edits to standards.
Integrate
Commissioned film plus showreel.
Program Outcomes
By the end of this program, you should be able to:
These are capabilities you'll build.
Cut footage into stories.
Design soundtracks and mixes.
Grade colour consistently.
Add graphics and subtitles.
Deliver platform-ready files.
Defend a commissioned film.