• Author:
  • Kobler, Helmut
  • Fahs, Chad
• Subject:
  Business Applications
• Published by:
  John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
• Published:
  19/09/2003
• Price:
  $37.99
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* Covers rendering, compositing, transitions, adding titles, audio and video filters, and advanced effects, as well as basic digital video editing information.
* Includes instructions on outputting the final product to videotape, DVD, CD-ROM, or even onto the Web.
* Provides practical, real-world solutions to managing media and incorporating various special effects into unique video/film productions.
* Includes a DVD packed with first hand commentary and project examples from the personal files of author Helmut Kobler, an independent filmmaker.

Helmut Kobler is a professional filmmaker and owner of K2 Films, a production company.

Chad Fahs is a writer, director, and producer of video and interactive media.

Introduction.

Part I: First Things First.

Chapter 1: Introducing Final Cut Pro.

Chapter 2: Getting Started.

Part II: Importing and Organizing Your Media.

Chapter 3: Capturing Media from Tape.

Chapter 4: Importing Media That’s Already on Your Mac.

Chapter 5: Organizing Your Media.

Part III: Editing Your Media.

Chapter 6: Editing Basics.

Chapter 7: Getting to Know the Timeline.

Chapter 8: Editing Wizardry.

Part IV: Adding Pizzazz.

Chapter 9: Audio Excellence.

Chapter 10: Composing a Soundtrack.

Chapter 11: Transitions.

Chapter 12   Adding Text to Your Videos.

Chapter 13: Special Effects with Filters and Color Correction.

Chapter 14: Motion Effects.

Chapter 15: Compositing.

Part V: Outputting Your Masterpiece.

Chapter 16: Recording to Tape.

Chapter 17: Exporting Your Movie to a Digital File.

Part VI: The Part of Tens.

Chapter 18: Ten Tips for Becoming a Better Editor.

Chapter 19: Almost Ten Tips for Managing Big Projects.

Appendix: Using the CD-ROM.

Index.