Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe's non-linear video editor is an incredibly robust software which has all of the standard tools you will find in similar software. But this software has been around for such a long time and is well refined. If you have used any other of their software you will find it to be quite familiar with a lot of it's menus and terminology making it quicker to learn. If not, my recommendation is to search Google images 'adobe premier keyboard shortcuts' and use the best graphic you will find with all keyboard shortcuts laid out on it and go through them all. It's the quickest way to learn the overall software functionality and the fastest way to use each of the functions. As with all of their software there are so many options and customization possibilities it's outstanding, yet can become truly intuitive with a great workflow possible once you spend time with it. The latest version allows you to utilize a few newer features such as the ability alter footage and apply effects while the source is still in the media bin which is a big time saver. The ability to synchronize audio with your video is much more seamless and faster than in the past as well. There is a massive knowledge base and tons of educational resources available inside the software, on their website and elsewhere online for this software.

The recurring cost to use the latest version will be a detractor to some folks certainly as there are one time purchase or even free video editing options which may suit your needs. And there is definitely a significant learning curve involved in order to become adept using this software which is the same across all of them, but it's gratifying once you do so because it unleashes your creativity in a sense, and a lot of the knowledge of one Adobe software transfers into others. So learning your first will always take longest. But with the tip provided above you can be sure to learn it the fastest and most efficient way possible.

This is definitely an advanced video editing software and if you're looking to edit simple videos occasionally it will be overkill, though useful learning nonetheless. But if you have in mind to become adept at the trade or have a video based career in mind this is one of the best options you can lay down as the foundation of your knowledge in my opinion. If you're going to use the software enough it is easy to justify the monthly price in my opinion. I've grown to love all of their software for the robust features, educational resources available and ultimately the creativity they empower within me. Highly recommended.