SLOW ZOOM Effect in Premiere Pro

When it comes to video editing, zoom effects can create significant impact and contribute to the storytelling process. A slow zoom is used to build tension and draw the viewer in, whereas a quick zoom can give a sudden emphasis to a particular scene. Both effects can be seamlessly achieved within Adobe Premiere Pro by animating the scale property inside the Effects Controls.

To start, scrub the timeline to the point where you want the zoom effect to commence. Under the Motion section in the Effects Controls panel, find the Scale property. Click on the stopwatch icon next to the scale property to turn on animation. This action adds a keyframe that signifies the beginning of your animation.

Next, move your playhead to the position where you want the zoom to conclude. Click the small circle icon to add another keyframe and increase the scale value. By adjusting the scale value at the second keyframe, you create the zoom effect, either slow or quick depending on the increment and timing between keyframes.

Keywords

Slow Zoom
Quick Zoom
Premiere Pro
Effects Controls
Keyframes
Motion
Scale Property
Animation
Timeline

FAQ

What is the purpose of a slow zoom in video editing?
- A slow zoom is used to create tension and immerse the viewer deeper into the scene.
How can I create a zoom effect in Premiere Pro?
- Navigate to the timeline where you want the zoom effect to start, toggle animation on the scale property in the Effects Controls, move the playhead to the end of the desired zoom, add a keyframe, and increase the scale value.
What is the difference between a slow zoom and a quick zoom?
- A slow zoom gradually increases the scale over a longer duration, creating a sense of tension, while a quick zoom rapidly increases the scale in a shorter timespan, providing sudden emphasis.
Where is the scale property located in Premiere Pro?
- The scale property can be found under the Motion section in the Effects Controls panel.
How do you add a keyframe in Premiere Pro?
- Click the small circle icon next to the scale property to add a keyframe at the current position of the playhead.