Wednesday 15 September 2010

Course Summary


Learning Final Cut Pro can be a challenging undertaking since the application can function with many layers of complexity, from online editing through to creating effects and crafting a sound score. In addition the learning curve is made more steep by the fact that the paradigm of digital video and digital film is in a constant flux of development. This course is designed to introduce students to matters around the above and also editing for film aand video. In the process you will gain confidence and familiarity with Final Cut Pro and the process of online digital editing.

The structure of the course is based around the Apple Training Series for Final Cut Pro but also takes on board the students needs making it flexible and manageable for those with very little experience in Final Cut Pro and those with a good knowledge of the application.

This site is the support element for students allowing them to reference lessons and other information that is discussed on the course, If you are thinking of applying to the course and need more information, please look at this site or contact me or the college.

Behind the scenes video

Products and Tutorials

Video Copilot have great visual effects footage and also some tutorials
Trapcode also have great motion graphics tools and filters and also tutorials. Joe Maller has been creates filters for FCP, some of which are free, check out his site, Joes Filters and also his blog for his work on other products.


Book Referances





Final Cut Pro and Post Production:
Apple Pro Training Series: Final Cut Pro 7 
Final Cut Pro 7: Visual QuickPro Guide
Film Technology in Post Production 
Color Correction for Video, Second Edition
Using Desktop
Tools to Perfect Your Image 2 ed.

By Steve Hullfish and Jaime Fowler
High Definition Postproduction Editing and Delivering HD Video
 By Steven E. Browne
The Filmmaker's Guide to Final Cut Pro Workflow

By Dale Angell

Editing:
In the Blink of an Eye: A Perspective on Film Editing (Paperback) By Walter Murch


The Technique of Film Editing

By Karel Resiz/Gavin Millar


The Film Sense and Film Form

By Sergei Eisenstein
Cinematic Story Telling: The 100 most powerfull film conventions every film maker must know
 By Jennifer Van Sijll