Final Cut Pro X Introduction Course

This one-day hands-on course will show you how to make the most of the new Final Cut Pro X with its computer-enhanced workflow, creative tools, and robust delivery solutions. This course covers the entire editing process from selecting and organising your clips to building a finished story. You will learn how to perform basic editing functions while becoming familiar with the Final Cut Pro X User interface and new features including Automatic import features, Media management, Improved timeline and Streamlined audio editing.

Course Content:

- Final Cut Pro User interface, Workflow & Media Management
- Understanding Events and Projects
- Organising your files and your system
- Working with Keywords and Ratings
- Import, Editing, and Trimming
- Marking clips, using insert, overwrite and drag-and-drop editing
- Trimming techniques - Ripple, Roll and Extended edits as well as the Slip and Slide tools
- Transitions, Effects, and Export
- Using and modifying transitions
- Applying filters and Changing Motion properties
- Image Stabilisation and Analysis
- Chroma-keying (green-screen)
- Using Colour Balancing to make your images look great
- Applying audio filters
- Streamlined audio editing
- Finishing and final output

General
Each student has their own workstation for the practical parts of the course and can discuss any specific areas of interest they may have towards the end of the day with the tutor.