Edit Viral Reels in CapCut: A Beginner’s Guide for TikTok & Instagram

Want to edit scroll-stopping viral short form videos for Instagram Reels, TikTok or YouTube Shorts?

In this quick and actionable class, you'll learn how to use CapCut to create premium, high-performing short videos using trending audio, text overlays, and smooth transitions.

Whether you're growing on TikTok, Instagram, or YouTube Shorts, this class gives you a blueprint for editing viral content fast — no fluff, no experience required.

Unlock the creative power of short-form video with this practical, beginner-friendly class on editing high-quality, viral-style reels using CapCut — the free, powerful mobile and desktop editing tool taking over TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts.

You'll learn a repeatable system for editing engaging, modern reels that stand out — even if you’ve never edited a video before.

Through easy-to-follow lessons, we’ll cover:

• How to select impactful footage and clips

• Syncing visuals to trending audio for maximum engagement

• Adding stylish text overlays, cuts, and effects to current trends

• Creating scroll-stopping openers and smooth transitions

• Exporting and formatting your reel for TikTok, IG, or YouTube Shorts

By the end of the class, you’ll have your first 15–30 second reel ready to share — plus a creative toolkit you can reuse for future content.

Who this class is for:

• Creators looking to build an audience with short-form video

• Designers and marketers exploring social media content strategies

• Entrepreneurs growing a personal or business brand

• Anyone who wants to make polished premium reels efficiently — no filming or on-camera presence required

This is the fastest way to learn CapCut and start creating scroll-stopping content in today’s attention economy. Whether you're building a brand or just experimenting creatively, this class will give you the tools and confidence to start strong.