A Partnership to Empower Editors
Key Code Education is proud to partner with American Cinema Editors (ACE) to provide high-quality, industry-relevant training for professional editors and their teams. As the creative and technical landscape of post-production evolves, this partnership ensures editors have access to world-class training, special events, and exclusive member benefits.
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Classes for EditFest Global Presentation
- AI105 Intro to AI for Editors
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the way of post-production and this course shows editors how to make it work for you, not instead of you. This introductory course demystifies AI tools for editing. Explore AI in Premiere, Avid, and third-party tools like Quickture and DeepEditor, while learning best practices to keep creativity front and center.
- PR305 AI Tools in Adobe Premiere
- Adobe Premiere Pro now includes a wide range of AI-driven tools designed to streamline the more tedious aspects of the editing process but without replacing creative decision-making. In this class, editors will learn how to integrate Premiere’s AI features into real-world workflows, saving time on repetitive tasks while keeping full control over storytelling. Editors, assistant editors, and content creators looking to get hands-on with Premiere’s latest AI tools and incorporate them into day-to-day projects.
Our Collaboration with ACE
EditFest & EditFest Global
Each year, we join the international editing community at ACE EditFest and EditFest Global, where editors come together to share insights, discover new tools, and celebrate the art of storytelling. Key Code Education supports these events by providing training expertise, offering community support, and presenting on emerging technologies, workflows, and AI integration for editors.
Special ACE Workshops
Beyond EditFest, we host exclusive workshops for ACE members, focusing on advanced workflows in Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, and emerging AI tools like Quickture and Flawless DeepEditor. These workshops are tailored to help editors stay ahead of industry changes and sharpen the skills needed for today’s cutting rooms.
Community & Networking
Through ACE events and training sessions, editors gain not only new technical skills but also opportunities to connect with peers, share best practices, and strengthen the editing community at large.
Exclusive Discounts for ACE Members
As part of our partnership, ACE members receive discounted rates on all Key Code Education open-enrollment courses. This includes 25% off training in:
- Avid Media Composer (editing, assistant workflows, Nexis)
- Adobe Premiere Pro (foundations to advanced AI workflows)
- DaVinci Resolve (editing, color, and finishing)
- Pro Tools & Audio Post (mixing, sound design, Dolby Atmos)
- AI in Post-Production (AI features in NLEs + 3rd party tools)
These discounts mirror our partnership with MPEG (Motion Picture Editors Guild), meaning ACE members can take advantage of the same preferred pricing.
Accessing CSATF Training via MPEG
Many ACE editors are also members of the Motion Picture Editors Guild (MPEG, IATSE Local 700). Through MPEG, you may be eligible for Contract Services Administration Training Trust Fund (CSATF) support.
As an approved CSATF training vendor, Key Code Education provides subsidized training, often at no cost, for union editors and assistants.
Learn more about MPEG + CSATF Training Benefits.
Not Yet an ACE Member?
ACE is an honorary society of film editors dedicated to advancing the craft of editing. Membership in ACE is both a mark of professional excellence and an opportunity to connect with a global network of peers.
While ACE membership is selective and by invitation, any editor, assistant editor, or post professional can get involved by:
- Attending EditFest and other ACE events
- Participating in ACE-organized workshops, panels, and community programs
- Networking with the ACE community to grow your craft and professional connections
Learn more about ACE membership opportunities and pathways here.