The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro X

The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro X

Author: Rick Young

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2014-10-17

Total Pages: 295

ISBN-13: 1317664396

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Master invaluable workflow tips that will allow you to tap into the full power of Final Cut Pro X and achieve results quickly, regardless of your skill level. Rick Young’s Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro X, Second Edition is the ultimate mentor for getting up and running with Apple’s professional editing software. In this step-by-step, full-color guide, Young clearly explains the key concepts and vital knowledge you need to edit your project from start to finish, providing clear, time-saving instruction on producing and outputting using Final Cut Pro X. This new edition has been updated to include: A thorough introduction to Final Cut Pro X and the philosophy by which the software works Coverage of the complete postproduction process, including setup, importing, editing, audio, effects, and output Additional sections on Multicam Editing, working with Proxies, and effective media management of Libraries Instruction on encoding, distributing, and archiving your completed projects A companion website (www.focalpress.com/9781138785533) featuring downloadable video footage that you can edit using the techniques covered in the book Packed with tutorials and real-world examples, The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro X, Second Edition will take you through the ins and outs of the software and have you editing and outputting your movies in no time! Written for Final Cut Pro X version 10.1.3 and beyond.


The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 7

The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 7

Author: Rick Young

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 0240521811

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Highly illustrated in colour, this easy guide assumes a modicum of computer literacy, and familiarity with the general concepts covered is essential. Rick Young introduces Final Cut Pro 7 to get the reader up and using it as quickly as possible.


Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 5

Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 5

Author: Rick Young

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2012-11-12

Total Pages: 235

ISBN-13: 1136067574

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Software packages are complex. Shouldn't software books make it easier? Simplify your life with The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 5! This short, full-color book lives up to its name by paring down the software to its essentials. It covers only the key features and essential workflow to get you up and running in no time. When time is of the essence, less is more. With this book you can start cutting immediately, whatever you edit, whatever the format. This is an ideal introduction whether you are a professional moving over to Final Cut Pro from another package or system, a new user, or just someone who wants to get the best results from Final Cut Pro, fast!


Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 4

Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 4

Author: Rick Young

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2012-10-12

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 1136070370

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In this highly visual, color book Rick Young covers all the essential areas: the interface, set-up and capture, editing, rendering, effects, audio and output, as well as a unique, invaluable introduction to the power LiveType and Soundtrack add to Final Cut in this upgrade. With this book you can start cutting immediately, whatever you edit, whatever the format. This is an ideal introduction whether you are a professional moving over to Final Cut Pro from another package or system, a new user, or a real-world film maker who wants to get the best results from Final Cut Pro, fast!


Final Cut Pro X 10.4 - Apple Pro Training Series

Final Cut Pro X 10.4 - Apple Pro Training Series

Author: Brendan Boykin

Publisher: Peachpit Press

Published: 2018-07-10

Total Pages: 710

ISBN-13: 013517189X

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The Apple-Certified Way to Learn This fully updated Apple-certified guide presents a real-world workflow from raw media to finished project to demonstrate the features of Final Cut Pro X 10.4 and the practical techniques you will use in editing projects. Using professionally acquired media, you’ll utilize the same tools and editing techniques used by editors worldwide in this revolutionary editing software. Renowned editor and master trainer Brendan Boykin starts with basic video editing techniques and takes you all the way through Final Cut Pro’s powerful features. The lessons start as real world as it gets—with an empty application. After downloading the media files, you will be guided through creating a project from scratch to finished draft. The basic workflow and tools are covered in Lessons 1 through 4 where you create a rough cut. The real-world workflow continues through the remaining lessons as you take the basic project and enhance it with a dive into more robust features including the newest Final Cut Pro X 10.4 tools for 360° editing, precision color grading, and more. • Downloadable lesson and media files to work sequentially through exercises for hours of hands-on training. • Focused lessons teach concepts and take students step by step through professional, real-world editing scenarios to create a final project. • Chapter review questions summarize what students learn to prepare them for the Apple certification exam. • Web Edition provides full text of the book available online with revised content for significant software updates. The Apple Pro Training Series is both a self-paced learning tool and the official curriculum of the Apple Training and Certification program. Upon completing the course material in this guide, you can become Apple Certified by passing the certification exam at an Apple Authorized Training Center. To find an Apple Authorized Training Center near you, please visit training.apple.com.


Final Cut Pro Efficient Editing

Final Cut Pro Efficient Editing

Author: Iain Anderson

Publisher: Packt Publishing Ltd

Published: 2020-10-30

Total Pages: 796

ISBN-13: 1839215445

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A comprehensive, best practice guide from Apple Certified Trainer Iain Anderson, with illustrated step-by-step instructions to explore a Final Cut Pro editing workflow from shoot to delivery Key Features Explore the best ways to use FCP, from importing and editing to finishing and exporting the final cut Unlock the power of editing in the magnetic timeline to make huge changes or subtle adjustments Finish with pro-level color correction, tracking, effects, transitions, audio, titles, and captions Book DescriptionFinal Cut Pro (also known as FCP, previously Final Cut Pro X) is Apple’s efficient and accessible video editing software for everyone, offering powerful features that experienced editors and novices will find useful. FCP is the quickest way to transform your raw clips into a finished piece, so if speed is important, make this a key tool in your editing arsenal. Final Cut Pro Efficient Editing is a comprehensive best practice guide for all editors. You’ll not only learn how to use the features but also find out which ones are the most important and when you should use them. With the help of practical examples, the book will show you how typical footage can be assembled, trimmed, colored, and finessed to produce a finished edit, exploring a variety of techniques. As you progress through the book, you’ll follow a standard editing workflow to get the feel of working on real-world projects and answer self-assessment questions to make sure that you’re on track. By the end of this Final Cut Pro book, you’ll be well versed with the key features of this app and have all the tools you need to create impressive edits.What you will learn Understand the media import process and delve into media management Effectively organize your footage so you can find the right shot quickly Discover how to assemble a rough cut edit Explore trimming and advanced editing techniques to finesse and finalize the edit Enhance an edit with color correction, effects, transitions, titles, captions, and much more Sweeten the audio by controlling volume, using compression, and adding effects Share your final edited video and archive the job Who this book is forThe book is for creative professionals, anyone starting out in video editing, and editors switching to Final Cut Pro from another video editing system. Whether you are a beginner or a professional, you'll find this FCP book useful. All you need to get started is familiarity with macOS.


Editing Techniques with Final Cut Pro

Editing Techniques with Final Cut Pro

Author: Michael Wohl

Publisher: Peachpit Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 469

ISBN-13: 0201734834

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An advanced guidebook that teaches practical editing strategies using Final Cut Pro, this title goes beyond the basics to combine practical techniques with professional strategy and artistic technique. With guidelines on general editing techniques and improving workflow, this guide shows readers how to use Final Cut to tackle creative compositing with other applications.


Focal Easy Guide to Macromedia Flash 8

Focal Easy Guide to Macromedia Flash 8

Author: Birgitta Hosea

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2012-11-12

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 1136143491

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If you need to get to grips fast with creating interactive graphics and animation in Flash - then look no further! Whether you are a new user or a professional, this highly visual book is all you need to get up and running with the latest powerful upgrade - Macromedia Flash 8. Birgitta Hosea breaks down the software into its main components and offers simple, visual step-by-step instructions to explain the fundamental practical techniques you need to create finished projects. The accessible style and structure lets you dip in and out when working on a project, or work straight through to explore more of the program's capabilities and develop your skills. Written by a designer for designers The Focal Easy Guide to Macromedia Flash 8 offers a thorough coverage of the basic features of Flash, without going into in-depth coding with ActionScript. Birgitta Hosea is a motion graphics artist and Course Director of the London Animation Studio at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. Her experience ranges from designing moving branding to art directing pop promos and short films. A Volume in The Focal Easy Guide Series. The Focal Easy Guide series: . Starting working with new software immediately regardless of your level . Achieve professional results, learn practical skills from industry experts . Focused, user-friendly coverage of the key tools you need to know


The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 6

The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro 6

Author: Rick Young

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2012-11-12

Total Pages: 262

ISBN-13: 1136060138

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Software packages are complex. Software books don't need to be. Simplify your life with The Focal Easy Guide to Final Cut Pro! This concise, full-color book lives up to its name by paring down the software to its essentials. You learn the key features and essential workflow to get you up and running in no time. With this book you can start cutting immediately, whatever you edit, whatever the format. This is an ideal introduction whether you are a professional moving over to Final Cut Pro from another package or system, a new user, or just someone who wants to get the best results from Final Cut Pro, fast!