DaVinci Resolve: 15 Tips from a Pro Colorist

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DaVinci Resolve: 15 Tips from a Pro Colorist

This course is part of Color Grading: Beginner to Intermediate Specialization

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5 modules

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No prior experience required

5 hours to complete

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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5 hours to complete

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There are 5 modules in this course

In this condensed course, I give you 15 Top time-tested tips used by professionals in DaVinci Resolve.

This course is for everyone, whether you're an experienced filmmaker or a beginner, you'll find great use with all of these insider tips. This course is for anyone wanting to learn new tools in Resolve to make their grades better and their editing much more efficient. In this course we'll cover: * Contrast Pivot * HDR Tools * HDR Exposure * HDR Lights * HDR Black Offset * Power Bins * Power Grades * Cut Page * Voice Isolation and much more! After this course, you'll have the confidence and knowledge to jump into your next project and efficiently start creating using Da Vinci Resolve! About Your Teacher Fred Trevino is a colorist with over 15 years experience. He's graded over 60 feature films and hundreds of projects for high end clients such as HBO, Versace, ESPN, Under Armour and more. His narrative color work has screened at well known film festivals like Sundance, Cannes, and Slamdance. His goal is to use the experience and skills he's developed over his career to accelerate your learning in the field of color.

This module introduces you to professional color grading fundamentals in DaVinci Resolve. You’ll start with three essential tips—contrast pivot, midtone detail, and HDR exposure—that set the foundation for building cinematic looks. By the end, you’ll have practical skills for balancing light and tonal values across your footage.

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4 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

In this module, you’ll dive deeper into HDR-based grading tools. From fine-tuning saturation to controlling highlights and shadows, you’ll gain the skills needed to sculpt dynamic range effectively. These techniques will help you elevate your footage with vibrant yet balanced visuals.

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4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Professional colorists don’t just focus on color—they also need efficient workflows. This module shows you how to work smarter with Power Grades, Power Bins, and the Cut Page. You’ll learn to reuse grades across projects and simplify editing, ensuring speed without sacrificing quality.

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3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Collaboration and finishing tools are crucial for high-level productions. In this module, you’ll explore cloud-based workflows for teamwork, audio presets for professional sound, and output blanking for cinematic composition. These skills prepare you to handle multi-faceted post-production tasks.

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3 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

The final module wraps up with tools to sharpen your editing precision and audio clarity. You’ll practice using the Split Tool and Voice Isolation before reviewing all 15 tips covered in the course. By the end, you’ll be ready to apply these pro-level techniques to elevate your own projects.

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3 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt

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