Suitable for those new to nonlinear editing as well as experienced editors new to Final Cut Express, this book is an introduction to Apple's editing software package and the digital video format in general. You will come away with not only an in-depth knowledge of how to use Final Cut Express, but also a deeper understanding of the craft of editing and the underlying technical processes that will serve you well in future projects. Workflow, editing techniques, compositing, special effects, audio tools, and output are explained in clear, jargon-free terms. The book's emphasis is always on using Final Cut Express in the real world, and as such it is the only book to go beyond the interface to address crucial issues like proper setup, system configuration, hardware, the Mac operating system, what equipment to purchase, and troubleshooting common problems. Armed with this information, you will sidestep problems and complete projects of exceptional quality.
Go beyond the mechanics of Final Cut Express HD 3.5--learn how to edit with it!
Centered upon a sample video documentary project, this book thoroughly leads you through each step of the way, including: Organizing your project using the Timeline Editing with multiple tracks Trimming clips: ripple, roll, slip, and slide ...
The key feature of Final Cut Pro 4, which for me stands above the many other new and extremely desirable features, ... Final Cut Express offers the perfect means to become acquainted with the art of film-making, at an extremely ...
& Best-selling author and Hollywood veteran Michael Rubin teaches home and corporate videomakers video editing.
Refer to Appendix D, “Solutions to Common Problems and Customer Support,” in Apple's Final Cut Express User Manual PDF for a comprehensive list of possible causes of dropped frames. Here are a few easy things to try first: ◇ In the ...
Final Cut Express 2 Editing Workshop is a classroom-in-a-book that teaches readers the art and technique of editing with Final Cut Express 2.
Crane Shot A crane shot moves freely in three-dimensional space, and since it can make the viewer feel as if she's flying, it's quite exhilarating (Figure 2.14). Modern dollies usually have an arm (called ajib) that facilitates some ...
The only Apple-authorized guide to Final Cut Express HD 3.5, this book delivers the techniques you need to make movie magic with DV or HDV footage.
Here to ensure that users start taking advantage of Final Cut Express 4's powerful editing capabilities immediately is a thoroughly updated task-based guide to the program from best-selling author and digital video expert Lisa Brenneis.
... FINAL CUT EXPRESS Final Cut Pro X, which. 1. Final Cut Pro X for iMovie and Final Cut Express Users. DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-240-82366-9.00001-2 © 2012 Tom Wolsky. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. LESSON 1 Getting Started with ...