Full Tutorial: How to record & edit online course videos with Descript (beginner-friendly)

I've tested countless recording & editing tools, and Descript has remained one of the easiest, user-friendly options for course creators of all experience levels. So in this demo, I'll show you exactly how to create high-quality course videos from scratch, even if you don't have any previous video editing experience. Try it for free at https://witandwire.com/descript (partner link) TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Why Descript? 0:22 - Download Descript 0:35 - Create a new video project 0:52 - Record videos in Descript 1:10 - Screenshare recording options 1:54 - Descript's video editor, explained 3:01 - Create a default layout 4:58 - Crop your screen recording 6:48 - Toolbars & property menu 7:09 - Studio Sound (AI audio effect) 8:07 - Content edits (video trims & cuts) 9:30 - Edit restarts & fine-tuning 11:02 - Filler words 11:25 - Product vs. marketing videos 12:12 - Use multiple video layouts with scenes 13:57 - Video transitions (feat. Smart transitions) 16:06 - Transition from camera to slides 17:43 - Add new recordings 18:33 - Add text to your videos 21:43 - Descript's new version updates 22:01 - Add captions onscreen 24:14 - Add arrows & shapes 26:30 - Even more features 26:43 - Should my course videos have music? 27:27 - Export finished video 28:13 - More resources ⤵️ WIT & WIRE RESOURCES: - Download our side-by-side course platform comparison: https://witandwire.com/download-course-creation-toolkit/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=YouTube&utm_content=481W71U9-UM - Learn about our programs: https://witandwire.com/programs/?utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=YouTube&utm_content=481W71U9-UM ✨ ABOUT WIT & WIRE: Hey, I'm Melissa! I help solopreneurs, YouTubers, and online business owners create & sell digital products and online courses. Before I started Wit & Wire, I worked for Teachable, Ramit Sethi, and General Assembly), and on YouTube, I share simple step-by-step tutorials to help everyday experts scale their income and impact online doing work they love. Learn more at https://witandwire.com. 🔔 Subscribe to Wit & Wire for the latest online business strategies: https://www.witandwire.com/youtube 🔔 Disclosure: Some of these links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. This is at no additional cost to you, so it's a great way to support Wit & Wire. So thank you! #witandwire #onlinecourse #communityengagement #digitalproducts #onlinecourse #makemoneyonline #coursecreators