Overview

In this condensed course, taugh by Fred Trevino, you'll get 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 at Beambox Studio and a Skillshare Top Teacher, grading projects for filmmakers and clients around the world. He has worked on over 60 feature films as well as hundreds of music videos, shorts, documentaries, commercials, and web spots. Fred’s corporate clients include HBO, ESPN, Shiseido, Under Armour, Sundance Channel, TruTV, and Pepsi. His work has screened at major festivals like Sundance, Cannes, and Slamdance. Based in New York City, he also enjoys street photography. Fred’s courses guide learners from beginner-level color grading to advanced industry techniques, including creating cinematic looks, matching shots, and professional workflows in DaVinci Resolve.

Syllabus

Getting Started with Pro Color Grading

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.

Enhancing HDR and Tonal Range

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.

Workflow Efficiency with Power Tools

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.

Advanced Editing and Collaboration

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.

Final Creative Tools and Wrap-Up

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.