How To Add A Basic Zoom IN And OUT In Premiere Pro

Introduction

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to add a basic zoom in and zoom out effect to your videos using Adobe Premiere Pro. This effect can enhance your video storytelling by drawing attention to specific details or creating dramatic transitions. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your editing skills, this guide will walk you through the process step-by-step.

Step 1: Import Your Video

• Open Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Create a new project or open an existing one.
• Import the video file you want to edit by:
  • Clicking on "File" in the top menu.
  • Selecting "Import" and choosing your video file from your computer.

Step 2: Drag Video to Timeline

• Locate the imported video in the Project panel.
• Drag the video clip onto the timeline to start editing.
• Ensure the clip is selected for the upcoming adjustments.

Step 3: Access the Effect Controls

• With your video clip selected, go to the "Effect Controls" panel.
• If you don’t see the panel, navigate to "Window" in the top menu and select "Effect Controls."

Step 4: Create a Zoom In Effect

• In the Effect Controls panel, find the "Scale" option under the "Motion" section.
• Set a keyframe at the beginning of the clip:
  • Click the stopwatch icon next to "Scale" to activate keyframing.
• Move the playhead to where you want the zoom in to finish.
• Increase the scale percentage (try starting at 150%).
• Premiere Pro will automatically create a second keyframe, resulting in a smooth zoom in effect.

Step 5: Create a Zoom Out Effect

• Move the playhead to the point where you want the zoom out effect to begin.
• Set another keyframe for "Scale" by clicking the diamond icon next to it.
• Move the playhead to where you want the zoom out to finish.
• Decrease the scale back to 100% (or your desired scale).
• This will create a zoom out effect as the playhead moves through the clip.

Step 6: Adjust Keyframes for Smoothness

• Select each keyframe in the timeline for adjustments:
  • Right-click on the keyframes and select "Temporal Interpolation" to choose options like "Ease In" or "Ease Out" for smoother transitions.
• Adjust the timing of the keyframes by dragging them closer together or further apart for faster or slower zoom effects.

Step 7: Preview Your Work

• Press the spacebar to play your video in the Program Monitor.
• Review the zoom effects to ensure they are to your liking.
• Make any necessary adjustments to the keyframes or scale values.

Conclusion

You have successfully added basic zoom in and zoom out effects to your video in Adobe Premiere Pro. These effects can help enhance the visual storytelling of your projects. Experiment with different scale values and timing to find what works best for your specific video. As next steps, consider exploring additional effects and transitions in Premiere Pro to further enhance your editing skills. Happy editing!