Final Cut Pro X: Editing
FCP 200: Comprehensive Study of Final Cut Pro X
This is part one of a two-part class.
Our Final Cut Pro training in Dallas Texas provides you with the right training solutions to help you learn Apple Final Cut Pro for creating exciting video projects. Check our schedule for class dates and prices for Apple Final Cut Pro training in Dallas, Texas or call us for private Final Cut Pro training at your site.
This course is designed for those who want to learn how to edit using Final Cut Pro. This is the most important of the FCP classes where the student really learns the nuts and bolts of editing with Final Cut. Even those who have been editing with FCP for some time benefit from this class due to its inclusion of many real-world editing tips and techniques. Unless you already know how to ripple, roll, slip and slide, this class is for you.
Included with the class is the Final Cut Pro X test (a $150 value) for Apple certification. You can take the test on one of our scheduled testing days, or schedule with the instructor if you can't make the scheduled testing day.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us for additional details.
Topics covered in this three-day class are:
Exploring the Final Cut Pro X Interface
- Following a Workflow
- Opening Final Cut Pro X
- Exploring the Interface
- Using Menus and Shortcuts
- Viewing and Sorting Events
- Skimming Clips and Changing Views
- Viewing and Creating Projects
- Working in the Project Library
- Viewing Projects in the Timeline
- Hiding and Quitting Final Cut Pro
Importing
- Importing Media into an Event
- Importing Folders as Keyword Collections
- Analyzing and Correcting Imported Clips
- Importing from a Camera
- Importing from the Finder
- Importing from Other Applications
Organizing Clips in an Event
- Using Metadata to Customize an Event,
- Adding Keywords to Clips
- Assigning Multiple Keywords to Clips
- Applying Keywords to a Clip Range, Rating, Sorting and Searching Clips
- Creating Smart Collections
Building a Rough Cut
- Creating a New Project
- Screening and Marking Clips
- Appending Clips in the Timeline
- Viewing and Arranging Clips in the Magnetic Timeline
- Inserting Clips into the Primary Storyline
- Changing Edited Clips
- Connecting Clips to the Primary Storyline
- Closing your Project
Finetuning a Rough Cut
- Adding Markers to a Project
- Connecting Clips to the Primary Storyline
- Overwriting and Replacing Clips
- Auditioning Clips in the Project
- Working with Storylines
Adding to the Primary Storyline
- Duplicating a Project
- Removing Clip Selections and Adding Gaps
- Understanding Trimming
- Applying the Trim Tool, and Trimming with Precisions
Applying Transitions
- Preparing for Transitions
- Applying a Video Transition
- Using the Transitions Browser
- Modifying Transitions
- Changing Transition Parameters in the Inspector
- Adding Transitions to Other Storylines and Compound Clips
- Exploring Audio Transitions
Working with Sound
- Monitoring and Adjusting Audio in the Timeline
- Adding Music and Sound Effects
- Adjusting Levels in the Audio Inspector
- Creating Audio Fades
- Recording a Narration Track
- Correcting Problem Audio
prerequisites:
- Basic knowledge of OS X and basic computer navigation. This class is intended for individuals who are not familiar with Final Cut Pro X and have little or no experience with a non-linear editing system.
class outline:
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apple certification:
- The Apple Training & Certification programs are designed to keep you at the forefront of Apple's digital media technology. Certification creates a benchmark to assess your proficiency in a specific Apple Pro application. By taking and passing an exam, you earn Apple Certified Pro status, which allows you to distinguish yourself to colleagues, employers, and prospective clients as a skilled user of the chosen application. Certification gives you a competitive edge in today's ever-changing job market.
- You can take the Final Cut Pro certification test here at our facility. The test is included with the price of the class.
- Study guide for Final Cut Pro.
what students say:
- I could not have asked for more out of this class. I will be informing my company of the outstanding training offered to me here.
- Tony has a wealth of knowledge and was very helpful in sharing advice and extra tips that help speed up the preparation, production and delivery process.
- Tony was great. He answered questions, went above and beyond and really engaged the class. I'll be back for part 2 soon.
- Tony Huet is fantastic! Great instructor. He met the needs of all range of students without overwhelming inexperienced or boring experienced.
- Tony was outstanding. He was patient, well-paced, and thoroughly professional.
I enjoyed the entire class. It is very applicable to what I am trying to accomplish.
- Tony was an excellent teacher, very patient and willing to work with you. Tony was also extremely capable and knowlegable! I totally enjoyed the class.
- Tony was great! He made sure we were all understanding the lessons, walked around to make sure we had a grasp of what we were doing, and often took time out to completely explain or expound on any questions that we had. He also explained how each of the steps and project could be used in our own personal situations and allowed us the opportunity to work on things that were unique to our own occupations.
- Wouldn't change a thing...The best workshop I have ever been in. Watching the computer while he worked was great. This is a well put together workshop.
