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Apple Final Cut Pro X: In-Depth

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Overview

Apple Final Cut Pro X has been a force in the film editing world since its initial release in 1999. Today, the video editor's user base numbers in the millions and its tools have powered major motion picture and small screen productions. Join Larry Jordan to learn what makes this video editing software so powerful, versatile, and valuable.

Now an industry standard video editor alongside options like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X encompasses professional-level editing tools for Mac. The software can handle everything from 360-degree video to Hollywood-level productions, but navigating those advanced tools can be a challenge for beginners.

After this class you will be able to:

  • Import media into Apple Final Cut Pro X
  • Use its media management tools to organize your files
  • Explore the possibilities for creating video effects and work with audio
  • Edit, trim, and combine clips to create a dynamic, engaging final cut

Who this class is for:

Whether you are brand new to editing, self-taught, or a seasoned professional, this course will take your editing skills and Final Cut Pro X mastery to a new level, from upload to final export.

Software Used: Apple Final Cut Pro X

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Key Terms
  • System Configuration and RAID Storage
  • Q&A with Creating an Efficient Workflow
  • Interface and Media Management
  • Importing Media Part 1
  • Importing Media Part 2
  • Ratings and Keywords
  • Reviewing Clips for Edit
  • Importing Clips
  • Editing an Interview Demo
  • Replace Edit and Timeline Index
  • Compound Clips and Auditions
  • Editing Review
  • Trimming Part 1
  • Trimming Part 2
  • How We Hear
  • Audio Key Terms with Q&A
  • Audio Basics, Meters, and Inspector
  • Audio Q&A
  • Dual System Sound and Audio Analysis
  • Multicam Editing Part 1
  • Multicam Editing Part 2
  • Transitions Part 1
  • Transitions Part 2
  • Formatting and Animating Titles
  • Additional Effects
  • Editing and Trimming Review
  • Changing Speed of a Clip
  • Inspector Effects
  • The Effects Browsers and Generators
  • Blend Modes
  • Effects Q&A
  • Simple Effects
  • Intro to Color Correction
  • Video Scopes
  • Color Correcting for Video
  • Color Correcting Skintone
  • Color Correction Q&A
  • Audio Effects Part 1
  • Audio Effects Part 2
  • Exporting and Sharing

Taught by

Larry Jordan

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