2-Part Introduction to Film Editing Class: Avid Media Composer vs. Adobe Premiere Pro

Learn from an award-winning editor, Avid and Adobe Certified Professional, with over 14+ feature films!

Get a downloadable software comparison handout to apply to your own projects

PLEASE NOTE: This exclusive Stage 32 class is now available to watch on-demand; it is no longer live and the instructor is not available for personal questions, but we highly encourage you to do any assignments to get the most out of the educational experience.

Editing is storytelling, and the tools you master become part of your voice as a storyteller. Whether you dream of working on studio features, independent films, or creating content for digital and branded platforms, understanding how different editing systems shape your workflow, collaboration, and career opportunities is essential. This exclusive Stage 32 interactive class will teach you the real-world differences between Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro, show you how each is used across different production environments, and give you practical insights to decide which platform best aligns with your creative goals and projects!

Many creatives assume all editing platforms are the same. In reality, the system you use directly impacts the kinds of projects and collaborators available to you. Avid Media Composer remains the standard in studio films and union television, while Premiere Pro dominates independent film, commercial work, and digital platforms. Without understanding those distinctions, it’s easy to waste time on a tool that doesn’t align with your goals or your team’s needs.

Your instructor, Won Novalis  is an award-winning editor and producer with more than 14 years of experience in film and commercial post-production, having edited over 14 feature-length films, supervised post-production on multiple projects, and co-produced both films and commercials. As an Avid Certified Instructor and Adobe Certified Professional, Won teaches editing at the university level and has guided countless students on Avid, Premiere Pro, and DaVinci Resolve. His feature and commercial credits include Lesions, GE, Microsoft Bing, Delta, and United Way.

In this two-part Stage 32 class, you will explore the practical, real-world differences between Avid Media Composer and Adobe Premiere Pro, learn how each platform functions in professional workflows, and understand which system is best suited for your career path, whether that’s studio features, independent films, or digital content creation. By the end, you will walk away with actionable knowledge, a clear perspective on each tool’s strengths, and the confidence to choose the editing system that fits your goals and projects!

PLUS! You will receive the following handout to help you:

• Software comparison guide

TESTIMONIALS FOR WON:

"I've cried so many times over long editing days. Won is so smart and passionate, and gives the best feedback on edits that I know I'll never have those same issues again!" - Jack K.

"Won was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and experienced. I learned a lot. And I'm glad I attended." - Dele F