Pinnacle Studio – Basics of Video Capture and Editing (PNS1)

Graphics, Video

Learn to shoot and edit video using the user-friendly Pinnacle Studio. This course introduces key concepts of video capture, practical editing workflows, and basic digital video processing so you can import, trim, and prepare footage for projects.

You will gain basic skills to produce and polish video documents for many uses. The training covers home video editing, preparing simple professional presentations, and practical tips for shooting, archiving and sharing final media across platforms.

THIS TRAINING COURSE WILL HELP YOU:

  • Import and digitize footage from cameras and tapes
  • Edit clips, add transitions, titles and static images
  • Improve clips with fixes and basic effects
  • Mix and adjust audio tracks and sound effects
  • Export, save, backup, and share videos in common formats

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Home users wanting to edit family videos
  • Small business staff preparing simple presentations
  • Beginners learning video capture and editing workflows
  • Anyone archiving or digitizing old video recordings

COURSE LOCATION AND AVAILABLE DATES



Need this course in English?

Public courses are usually delivered in Czech, but this course is also available in English. We can arrange private training for your team online, at your premises or in our classrooms, and tailor the content to your needs.

For groups of around 4 or more participants, private training can already be comparable in price to booking individual places on a public course. Send us your requirements and we’ll recommend the best format and provide an exact quote.

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Course content:

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  • Getting started with Pinnacle Studio
    1. Is your PC capable of running Pinnacle Studio smoothly
    2. Equipment for capturing video, operation and PC connections
    3. Basic Pinnacle Studio settings (default durations for transitions, titles, photos)
  • Digitizing recordings, capture phase
    1. Transfer video from camera to computer
    2. Options for saving different file types, monitoring designated folders
    3. Practical exercise transferring different file types
  • Digitizing recordings, editing phase
    1. Creating a project, arranging clips, working with clips
    2. Cutting, standard titles, inserting still images
    3. Options for repairing and enhancing clips
    4. Soundtrack work, using audio effects, setting track levels
    5. Creating chapters in a DVD menu
    6. Options for automatic video creation
  • Digitizing recordings, export phase
    1. Settings choices for video export
    2. Saving the final video to tape, HDD, DVD, CD, SDHC
    3. Sharing video: RealVideo / Windows Media, YouTube, iCloud, etc.
    4. Backing up files
  • Notes on shooting
    1. Camera basics, common mistakes and how to avoid them
    2. Creative process — script, direction, camera work
    3. Outdoor shooting — legal limits, preparing participants, lighting options, sound capture, audio zoom, multi-camera work, weather protection
    4. Indoor shooting — improving acoustics, lighting options, background choice
    5. Special shooting — underwater, aerial shots, working with animals
    6. Storing and archiving recordings
  • Practical exercises
    1. Create a recording with a digital camera — simple script, camera work
    2. Lighting, working with the subject, tips and tricks
    3. Transfer video to computer — choosing Pinnacle Studio transfer settings
    4. Edit the video — cuts, titles, audio, effects, create DVD menu
    5. Export the final video — set export parameters
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge of Windows.
Schedule:
2 days (9:00-17:00)

Training and learning environment

IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
What does the environment for in-person IT courses look like?We hold training courses in our own classrooms equipped with modern computer equipment for each participant and a large projection screen. Each workstation is fitted with a powerful computer for seamless practical exercises, and the environment supports a calm, friendly atmosphere during training.
IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
Do I need to bring my own laptop to the classroom IT course?Our training rooms are fully equipped, so you do not need to bring your own laptop. A modern computer with all necessary hardware and software is ready for you at your workstation.
Sample ICT Pro certificate of successful completion of an IT training course.
Will you receive an official certificate after completing an IT course?Yes, upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive an official ICT Pro certificate confirming your participation and acquired technical skills. You can use it to verify your qualifications or add it to your professional profile.
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Where can you find our training center in Brno?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the COMGUARD building at Sochorova 38 in Brno. Positioned on the border of Žabovřesky and Komín, the location is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
Exterior view of the Opatov Park office building in Prague, Chodov.
Where can you find our training center in Prague?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the Opatov Park building at Líbalova 1, Prague 11 – Chodov. The location provides a comfortable environment for your education with convenient access.
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What facilities and refreshments are available to you during training breaks?Our training centers feature a fully equipped kitchenette for a comfortable break during your courses. The facilities include a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, and a wide selection of drinks and snacks.
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What beverage refreshments are available during your course?A beverage station with a coffee machine, teas, syrups, and water is at your disposal throughout the entire training session. You can enjoy a coffee or another drink of your choice anytime during breaks.
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What light refreshments are provided for you during the courses?During course breaks, participants can enjoy light sweet snacks, pastries, and fruit syrups to mix their own drinks. Fresh water dispenser and plates are also available for your convenience.
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Should I bring my own snacks to ICT Pro training?There is no need to. A wide selection of savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars is available for you during breaks. Boost your energy for all-day focus right inside the training center premises.
Outdoor wooden terrace with green surroundings by the glass building of the training center.
Can you spend training breaks in the fresh air?Yes, an outdoor terrace is available at our training center. During breaks between learning sessions, you can relax in the fresh air in a pleasant green environment.
Spacious outdoor wooden terrace with seating and views of the surrounding area.
Where can you relax during course breaks?Our training center features a spacious outdoor terrace with seating options. During breaks between learning sessions, you can step outside to relax and recharge in the fresh air.