Course Outline
Final Cut Pro course overview
Final Cut Pro is the ultimate go-to application for all things in video editing . In this course, we will cover from editing simple videos, advanced techniques of creating moving elements to even using video effects using Final Cut Pro.
This Final Cut Pro course is hands-on, instructor-led and classroom based. This training can be taken as a part-time evening course or even on the weekends. A list of all upcoming public Final Cut Pro training course is given on training dragon website. Each course is restricted to a maximum of ten delegates to ensure an excellent training experience.
Apple Certified Pro certification exam
This Course also prepares you for Apple Certified Pro certification exam.
Who is Final Cut Pro training for?
This course is for you if you would like to take full advantage of the best software for all things in video editing. Whether it is video editing or applying video transitions, this software is an industry standard and the most powerful one in its range.
Prerequisites for Final Cut Pro course
Basic computer literacy and Knowledge of OS X is required
What will I get?
- Training from professional Final Cut Pro designers:
Training Dragon consultants have been performing video editing using Final Cut Pro for many years. Those consultants write and teach our Final Cut Pro training courses, so their experience directly informs course content.
- Real-time Practice and Projects:
Our Final Cut Pro courses are designed to get you started in Final Cut Pro. We work on industry related projects and tasks in this Final Cut Pro course.
- Course Material:
Final Cut Pro electronic notes are included in this course.
- Course Completion Certificate:
After completing this training your will receive Final Cut Pro course completion certificate.
- Support and Careers Advice:
After the course if you have any problems or questions regarding Final Cut Pro do not hesitate to contact us. Training Dragon’s trainers are expert in their fields and if you need any help with you career choice, please speak to one of our trainers.
Final Cut Pro Course Contents
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
- and Hidingand Quitting Final Cut Pro
Importing
- Importing Media into an Event
- Importing Folders as Keyword Collections
- Analysing and Correcting Imported Clips
- Importing from a Camera
- Importing from the Finder
- and Importing from Other Applications
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- Organising Clips in an Event
- Using Metadata to Customise an Event
- Adding Keywords to Clips
- Assigning Multiple Keywords to Clips
- Applying Keywords to a Clip Range
- Rating
- Sorting and Searching Clips
- and 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
- and Closing your Project
Fine tuning a Rough Cut
- Adding Markers to a Project
- Connecting Clips to the Primary Storyline
- Overwriting and Replacing Clips
- Auditioning Clips in the Project
- and 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 Precision
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
- and 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
- and Correcting Problem Audio
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
- and Correcting Problem Audio
Working with Titles
- Generators and Themes
- Using the Titles Browser
- Adding a Lower Third
- Modifying Titles
- Adding Bumpers and Credits
- Working with Video Generators
- and Using Themes
Retiming and Transforming Clips
- Understanding Motion Properties
- Retiming Clips
- Creating Holds and Variable Speed Segments
- Applying Preset Speed Effects
- Transforming an Image
- Cropping an Image
- Adding a Ken Burns Effect
- and Creating Keyboard Shortcuts
Applying Effects and Enhancing Color
- Applying Video Effects
- Modifying Effect Parameters
- Auditioning and Animating Effects
- Applying Audio Effects
- and Enhancing Color in Final Cut Pro
Exporting and Sharing Your Project
- Preparing a Project for Exporting and Sharing
- Detecting Audio Peaks
- Adjusting Video Levels for Broadcast
- Exporting Movie File
- Publishing a Project to Apple Devices
- Publishing a Project to Video Sharing Sites
- Exporting an Image from your Project
- Exporting for Blue-Ray Disc
- DVD or Disk Image
Projects in Final Cut Pro
Project: Work on an industry related project using Final Cut Pro
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