In this tutorial, we will show you how to recreate the RGB split and ripple transitions from YouTube's Rewind 2018 using Adobe Premiere Pro. Follow these steps to achieve these dynamic visual effects.

**Step 1: Prepare Your Footage**
Download the video files provided for this tutorial or use your own footage. Import the videos into Adobe Premiere Pro and drag them into a new sequence.

**Step 2: Identify Transition Points**
Look at the waveform of your audio to identify the peaks. These peaks usually indicate where a transition should start. Cut the video at these points to prepare for the transitions.

**Step 3: Create the RGB Split Effect**
To create the RGB split effect, follow these steps:

1. Duplicate your video layer three times.
2. On the first layer, go to **Effects** > **Color Correction** > **Color Balance (RGB)**.
3. Set the **Red** to 100 and **Green** and **Blue** to 0. This will isolate the red channel.
4. On the second layer, set **Green** to 100 and **Red** and **Blue** to 0 to isolate the green channel.
5. On the third layer, set **Blue** to 100 and **Red** and **Green** to 0 to isolate the blue channel.
6. Offset the position of each layer slightly to create the RGB split effect.

**Step 4: Create the Ripple Transition Effect**
To create the ripple transition effect, follow these steps:

1. Go to the point in the timeline where you want the transition to start.
2. Select the **Ripple Effect** from **Effects** > **Distort** > **Wave Warp**.
3. Apply the ripple effect to your video layer.
4. Adjust the **Wave Height**, **Wave Width**, and **Direction** to achieve the desired ripple effect.
5. Animate the effect by setting keyframes for the **Wave Height** and **Wave Width** to make the ripple transition more dynamic.

**Step 5: Fine-Tune the Transitions**
Adjust the timing and blending of both the RGB split and ripple transitions to ensure they flow seamlessly with your footage. Use keyframes to control the start and end points of each effect.

**Step 6: Render and Export**
Once you are satisfied with the transitions, render and export your sequence. Make sure to review the final product to ensure the effects are applied smoothly and look professional.

For a detailed, step-by-step guide on recreating the YouTube Rewind 2018 RGB split and ripple transitions using Adobe Premiere Pro, watch the full video tutorial.