Learn how to create content for YouTube! Students will practice tricks that pro filmmakers use for better shots, lighting, and sounds. They will receive hands-on experience editing videos, adding transitions, and inserting a soundtrack. The finished product can be shared with family and friends!

Before Class:

1. Technology & Software Requirements

Zoom
Video Tutorial – How to Join a Zoom Call
Zoom Registration Link (required for each session)
us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/E7CdkZlkQCOUnAv7zSHiBg

Complete the form and you will receive the meeting link by email.
Meeting ID: 889 3027 8976
Passcode: tech25
Computer Setup

Windows PC or MacBook
Webcam
Microphone
Speakers or headphones
Reliable internet connection
2. Class Expectations

Please review with your student:

· Arrive 10 minutes before class begins.

· Choose a quiet workspace with minimal distractions.

· Be respectful of the teacher, classmates, and the learning process.

· Use the “raise hand” button if you have a question.

· Stay muted unless called on by the teacher.

3. Program Requirements

⚠️Class Requirements: Wondershare Filmora 12

Install Filmora 12 (free version) before class → [Download Link]
Create a Wondershare account and have the login (email + password) ready for class. Link to create account.
Do not update to newer versions — Filmora 12 has more free features used in class
Video Link - Introduction to Filmora
If you experience issues joining, TEXT 612-314-3928 for help. (This number is only monitored 30 minutes before class begins.) For details about this class or other programs, visit Tech Academy’s website.

Home Technical Requirements:

●Computer: PC (Windows 10 or later) or Mac (OSX) with at least a 2GHz processor and 4GB of RAM

●Chromebooks, Tablets, and phones DO NOT Work.

●Internet: Broadband internet

●Webcam, Microphone and Speakers

●Zoom Installed on Computer, zoom link will be sent before class.

●Students should be comfortable using a PC, mouse, and keyboard.

Additional Technical Requirements:

●Cell phone, video camera or external webcam

●Wondershare Filmora (download instructions and sign-up information is provided before class)