VEGAS Pro export settings for LinkedIn.
1920 x 1080 at 30 fps, H.264, 8 Mbps and AAC 192 kbps: here is why, and exactly where each setting lives in VEGAS Pro.
VEGAS Pro to LinkedIn
Shinel recommendation- Resolution
- 1920 x 1080
- Frame rate
- 30 fps, constant
- Codec
- H.264, profile High, level 4.0
- Bitrate
- Variable bit rate + Two-pass: target 8 Mbps (8000 kbps), max 12 Mbps
- Keyframes
- Automatic (no setting in VEGAS Pro)
- Audio
- AAC-LC, 192 kbps, 48 kHz, stereo
- Colour
- Rec. 709 (BT.709), 8-bit 4:2:0, limited (TV) range
- Container
- MP4 with Fast Start (moov atom at the front)
LinkedIn publishes no bitrate. This follows YouTube's published table for the resolution, which every major platform handles well.
Estimated size: 93.1 MB for 1:30.
Step by step in VEGAS Pro
- 1Choose File > Render As, then set the Folder and Name.
- 2Select the AVC (or HEVC) MP4 format and a template close to your target, such as Internet HD 1080p.
- 3Click Customize Template.
- 4Video: Frame size 1920x1080, Profile High, Frame rate 30.
- 5Bit rate: Average 8 Mbps, Maximum Bitrate 12 Mbps. Tick Two-pass if offered for your encoder.
- 6Audio: Bit rate 192 kbps, Sample rate 48000 Hz. Project: Video rendering quality Best.
- 7Type a new template name, click Save Template, then OK and Render.
Bitrate at other resolutions
Same settings, different size or frame rate.
| Resolution | 30 fps | 60 fps |
|---|---|---|
| 720p | 5 Mbps, level 3.1 | 7.5 Mbps, level 3.2 |
| 1080p | 8 Mbps, level 4.0 | 12 Mbps, level 4.2 |
| 1440p | 16 Mbps, level 5.0 | 24 Mbps, level 5.1 |
| 2160p | 24 Mbps, level 5.1 | 24 Mbps, level 5.2 |
LinkedIn upload limits
Each value links to where it was published.
Common mistakes
- Uploading HDR (10-bit PQ/HLG) to LinkedIn. There is no published HDR path, so colours can look washed out; export SDR Rec. 709.
- Leaving phone footage at a variable frame rate. Export at a constant 30 fps, or audio drifts and motion stutters after LinkedIn re-encodes it.
- Built-in templates cannot be overwritten: rename before Save Template.
- Untick Match project settings if the format you need is hidden.
For comparison, YouTube publishes 8 Mbps for 1080p at 30 fps. Example length used for sizes: 1:30.
Frequently asked questions
What bitrate should I export from VEGAS Pro for LinkedIn?
For 1080p at 30 fps use about 8 Mbps (8000 kbps), VBR, 2 pass, with a maximum of 12 Mbps. LinkedIn publishes no bitrate. This follows YouTube's published table for the resolution, which every major platform handles well.
What resolution and frame rate should I use for LinkedIn?
1920 x 1080 at 30 fps is a safe choice. LinkedIn: 256x144 to 4096x2304. Frame rate: 10 to 60 fps.
What is the maximum file size and length on LinkedIn?
File size: 5 GB (minimum 75 KB). Length: 15 minutes.
Which codec should I pick in VEGAS Pro for LinkedIn?
H.264, profile High, level 4.0, in an MP4 file.
Can I export HDR from VEGAS Pro to LinkedIn?
LinkedIn has no published HDR upload path, so export SDR Rec. 709.
VEGAS Pro for other platforms
Other editors for LinkedIn
Hubs and tools
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Rather send the footage and get LinkedIn-ready edits back?
Our editors cut, caption, colour and export to each platform's spec, with 2 revision rounds. Shorts come back in 48-72 hours, long videos in 5-10 days.