Camtasia Mastery for Camtasia 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, and v9 from Udemy

Updated for the latest 2021 version. You now get training for the last 5 versions of Camtasia - No matter which of these Windows versions you use, this training is for you. There are even several Mac-only videos for Mac users.

Make your best videos using Camtasia.

Camtasia Mastery is for everyone who uses Camtasia to make videos on their Windows PC. From beginners learning what the program is about, to experienced users who want to learn how to learn more about combining animations and using the new behaviors in version 9, this course has loads of information for learners of all experience levels. From beginners to long-time users, you WILL learn how to best use Camtasia.

The Camtasia Mastery sections are divided into several bite-sized videos. If you're new to Camtasia, just follow the order of the videos for lessons that build on previous information. If you're experienced with Camtasia, jump to any of the topics you need help with. Most videos are only a few minutes long but the course is packed with over 7 hours of instruction. You can get exactly what you need, when you need it - no more scouring hours of videos to try and find the one nugget of information you need.

Post your questions. I reply to most student questions and comments within 3 days (usually faster). The best questions get video answers. I will create a video to fully answer great questions. Video answers (and questions) will be shared with all students in an optional section at the end of the course.

If you are creating training videos with Camtasia 9, you will learn tricks and tips to save you time and make your videos look great. Enroll now and I'll see you inside the course.

Previous updates:The 2020 update alone includes over 55 minutes of new features including Track Mattes, Replaceable Media, Placeholder Media, Templates, Presets, Webcam Improvements, High Frame Rate Recording, Magnetic Tracks, Ripple Insert, Move, Trim, Share Shortcuts, Themes, and Packages, Group Effects, Size, and Asset Size, Pitch Normalization, Detachable Timeline, Media Bin Updates, License Activation, Frame Rates for Editing, Reversible Transitions, GIF Loop Count, Annotation Themes, Auto Resize Text, Widened Grab Area, New in Mac, New Windows Recorder, Color Tint, Glow Effect, Remove Default Tools, and Retired Feature.)The June 2019 update includes 13 new Camtasia 2019 lessons found at the end of the course. This includes an overview of new features, auto-normalize loudness, cursor smoothing, custom shortcuts, PDF import, spacing text, new canvas dimensions, block text, new device frames, whip spin transition, add logos to themes, new assets, and what's new in the Mac version.The October 2018 update included lessons on the new Camtasia 2018 version. What can it do that version 9 can't? Should you upgrade? My co-creator Lon Naylor created these five lessons at the end of the course.The January 2018 update included lessons on the 9.1 update. Lessons at the end of the course discuss the four new features added to the 9.1 version update. These include a new way to colorize and edit Camtasia 9.1 library assets, adding device frames like putting your video on a monitor, iPhone, or laptop, using the Alt key to extend frames at the end of clips, and importing PowerPoint slides directly into Camtasia. The September 2017 update includes a new Masks section. Lessons 155-160 talk about how to do custom masks within Camtasia using PowerPoint and multiple productions. You'll learn how to put your video into a circle, trapezoid, or have it play behind words. Check out the free preview of Lesson 156.June 23rd 2017 update includes a new module (Section 19 - Lessons 146-154) dedicated to green screen setup, recording, and editing. Added March 9th 2017: new lesson on "Amazon S3 uploading example" as well as updated lessons on exporting, watermarks, table of contents, Smart Player, and Udemy hosting. March 1st 2017 updates include Copy and Paste Animations, Border, Colorize, Color Adjustment, Captions, Grouping, Quizzing, and Hotsposts as well as a new lecture (137) on Edit All Animations.

What's inside

Learning objectives

Download and install camtasia.
Be familiar with the software interface, keyboard shortcuts, and best practices.
Record their computer screen and audio with ideal settings.
Edit recordings and add elements like text, background music, and animations.
Import media like images, video camera video, webcam video, audio, or other screen recordings.
Leverage existing assets within camtasia like animated backgrounds, music, and icons.
Put media in order so certain media will appear in front of or behind other media.
Speed up or slow down clips to synchronize with voice narration.
Use annotations to get viewers' attention and focus them on a certain area of the screen.

Understand and adjust volume levels and noise removal.
Remove a color to add green screen effects to their images or videos.
Add open and closed captions to their videos.
Incorporate quizzes, hotspots, and tables of contents into videos (requires hosting videos on separate servers).
Produce videos in different formats.
Add a watermark to a video to reinforce a brand and discourage piracy.
Choose a video hosting platform that best serves the needs of the viewers.
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Download and install camtasia.
Be familiar with the software interface, keyboard shortcuts, and best practices.
Record their computer screen and audio with ideal settings.
Edit recordings and add elements like text, background music, and animations.
Import media like images, video camera video, webcam video, audio, or other screen recordings.
Leverage existing assets within camtasia like animated backgrounds, music, and icons.
Put media in order so certain media will appear in front of or behind other media.
Speed up or slow down clips to synchronize with voice narration.
Use annotations to get viewers' attention and focus them on a certain area of the screen.
Understand and adjust volume levels and noise removal.
Remove a color to add green screen effects to their images or videos.
Add open and closed captions to their videos.
Incorporate quizzes, hotspots, and tables of contents into videos (requires hosting videos on separate servers).
Produce videos in different formats.
Add a watermark to a video to reinforce a brand and discourage piracy.
Choose a video hosting platform that best serves the needs of the viewers.
Show more
Show less

Syllabus

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Course overview

Camtasia Mastery Resource PDF

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Explores video editing with Camtasia, which is widely used for creating educational, training, and marketing materials

Taught by Ron Hogue, a recognized expert in Camtasia

Provides comprehensive training on Camtasia, covering all its features and capabilities

Has a strong focus on creating effective and engaging videos

Suitable for beginners with no prior experience in video editing

Has regular updates to reflect changes in Camtasia versions

Provides access to instructor support for questions and feedback

Reviews summary

Comprehensive camtasia training across versions

Based on the course structure and content, according to students who have taken this course, it aims to provide comprehensive training covering multiple versions of Camtasia, from 2018 through 2021, suitable for both beginners and experienced users. Students might find the lessons are structured in bite-sized videos, making it easy to learn specific features like recording, editing, animations, and audio adjustments. The course describes covering topics such as green screen effects, captions, and quizzes, offering a broad range of skills. Updates are also mentioned as being included, suggesting the content is kept relatively current. However, coverage for Mac users appears limited.

Designed for beginners through experienced users.

"As a beginner, I found the initial lessons helpful and easy to follow."

"Some later sections felt a bit too basic for my existing knowledge, but overall it was good."

"It seemed to cover the fundamentals well, making it accessible, but maybe less for advanced users."

Training provided for Camtasia 2018-2021 and v9.

"It was helpful that the course covered various versions, so I could learn using the software I had."

"I appreciated that the lessons touched upon features relevant to my specific version of Camtasia."

"The course provided context for different versions, which was useful for understanding updates."

Videos are short and focused on specific topics.

"The short video format made it easy to digest the information and learn at my own pace."

"I liked being able to jump directly to the topics I needed help with without sifting through long lectures."

"The bite-sized lessons were great for quick review when I forgot how to do something."

Wide array of Camtasia features are covered.

"I felt the course covered almost everything I needed to know about editing videos with Camtasia."

"The sections on audio, visual effects, and animations seemed very thorough."

"I learned how to use annotations, green screen, and captions effectively for my projects."

Primarily Windows focus, limited Mac content.

"As a Mac user, I found the content heavily geared towards the Windows version of Camtasia."

"I wish there were more specific examples and demonstrations for the Mac interface."

"While some Mac lessons exist, they don't provide comprehensive coverage for all features."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Camtasia Mastery for Camtasia 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, and v9 with these activities:

Find online tutorials for Camtasia

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Searching for tutorials can be a great way to learn.

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Search for tutorials on YouTube or Google
Select a tutorial that looks promising
Watch the tutorial and follow along

Experiment with Camtasia

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Getting some actual hands-on experience will help you to learn more about Camtasia.

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Create a new recording in Camtasia
Record your screen and audio
Edit your recording using the Camtasia interface
Save your edited recording as a video file

Practice editing video with Camtasia

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Repetition is key when it comes to learning Camtasia.

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Find a video that you want to edit
Open the video in Camtasia
Make some changes to the video using the Camtasia interface
Save your edited video file

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Create a Camtasia tutorial

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If you want to test your knowledge of Camtasia, then try creating a tutorial.

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Choose a topic that you are familiar with
Create a storyboard for your tutorial
Record your screen and audio while creating the tutorial
Edit your recording using the Camtasia interface
Save your edited recording as a video file

Create a blog post about Camtasia

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Creating content about something can help you solidify your understanding.

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Choose a topic that you are familiar with
Write a blog post about the topic
Publish your blog post online

Career center

Learners who complete Camtasia Mastery for Camtasia 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, and v9 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Video Editor

As a Video Editor, you will assemble and edit video footage from a variety of sources, including live broadcasts, pre-recorded material, and computer-generated graphics. You will use software to cut, paste, and arrange video clips, add music and sound effects, and create titles and graphics. You will collaborate with other members of the production team, including producers, directors, and cinematographers, to ensure that the final product meets the needs of the audience. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as a Video Editor by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to edit videos effectively.

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Motion Graphics Designer

As a Motion Graphics Designer, you will create visual effects and animations for a variety of media, including film, television, video games, and websites. You will use software to create 2D and 3D graphics, add motion and effects, and synchronize them with sound and music. You will work with other members of the production team to ensure that the final product meets the needs of the audience. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as a Motion Graphics Designer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to create visually appealing and effective motion graphics.

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Video Producer

As a Video Producer, you will oversee the production of videos from start to finish. You will work with clients to develop concepts, create budgets, and manage production schedules. You will also supervise the work of other members of the production team, including directors, editors, and cameramen. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as a Video Producer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to manage video production projects effectively.

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Multimedia Artist

As a Multimedia Artist, you will create and produce multimedia content for a variety of media, including websites, videos, and interactive presentations. You will use software to create visual effects, animations, and sound effects, and combine them with text and other media to create visually appealing and engaging content. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as a Multimedia Artist by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to create visually appealing and effective multimedia content.

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Instructional Designer

As an Instructional Designer, you will develop and deliver training programs for a variety of audiences. You will work with subject matter experts to identify learning objectives, create instructional materials, and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as an Instructional Designer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to design and develop effective training programs.

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User Experience Designer

As a User Experience Designer, you will design and evaluate the user experience of websites, apps, and other digital products. You will work with other members of the product development team to ensure that the user experience is intuitive, enjoyable, and efficient. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as a User Experience Designer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to design and evaluate user experiences effectively.

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Technical Writer

As a Technical Writer, you will create and maintain technical documentation for a variety of products and services. You will work with subject matter experts to gather information, write clear and concise instructions, and create user guides, manuals, and other technical documents. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as a Technical Writer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to write clear and effective technical documentation.

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Web Developer

As a Web Developer, you will design and develop websites and web applications. You will work with clients to gather requirements, create prototypes, and build and maintain websites and web applications. This course will help build a foundation for a successful career as a Web Developer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to design and develop websites and web applications effectively.

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Sales Engineer

As a Sales Engineer, you will work with customers to identify their needs and recommend products and services that meet those needs. You will also provide technical support to customers and help them implement and use products and services. This course may be useful for building a foundation for a successful career as a Sales Engineer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to communicate effectively with customers and understand their technical needs.

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Graphic Designer

As a Graphic Designer, you will create visual concepts and designs for a variety of media, including websites, brochures, logos, and advertisements. You will use software to create visual effects, animations, and sound effects, and combine them with text and other media to create visually appealing and engaging content. This course may be useful for building a foundation for a successful career as a Graphic Designer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to create visually appealing and effective designs.

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Animator

As an Animator, you will create and produce animations for a variety of media, including film, television, video games, and websites. You will use software to create 2D and 3D animations, add motion and effects, and synchronize them with sound and music. This course may be useful for building a foundation for a successful career as an Animator by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to create visually appealing and effective animations.

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Photographer

As a Photographer, you will capture and produce images for a variety of purposes, including commercial, editorial, and fine art. You will use cameras and other equipment to capture images, and use software to edit and process them. This course may be useful for building a foundation for a successful career as a Photographer by providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to capture and produce high-quality images.

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Marketing Manager

As a Marketing Manager, you will develop and execute marketing campaigns for a variety of products and services. You will work with other members of the marketing team to develop marketing strategies, create marketing materials, and manage marketing budgets.

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Project Manager

As a Project Manager, you will plan, organize, and manage projects from start to finish. You will work with project stakeholders to define project goals, develop project plans, and manage project resources.

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Business Analyst

As a Business Analyst, you will analyze business processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvement. You will work with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze data, and develop recommendations for process and system improvements.

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