Final Cut Pro Training Videos - Tutorials

Author: Larry Jordan | Running Time: 2 hours | Training Level : Intermediate

Chroma key, also called bluescreen or greenscreen, is the magical process that inserts an image seamlessly onto an entirely different background. Getting the edges of the subject perfect means the difference between a convincing key and obvious chicanery. In Final Cut Studio 2: Chroma Keying, Larry Jordan focuses exclusively on this effect, so a general knowledge of Final Cut Pro and Motion is recommended. He demonstrates the strengths and weaknesses of five different keying tools: Final Cut Pro's native keyer, Motion's Primatte RT, Oak Street Software's vKey2, dvGarage's dvMatte Blast and dvMatte Pro, and Red Giant Software's Primatte Keyer Pro 4.0. Each excels in different areas, so Larry explains typical issues and workarounds, and when to consider using a different application. Example files accompany the course.

Author: Larry Jordan | Running Time: 9.25 hours | Training Level : Beginner

In this Apple Final Cut Pro 6 Training Video, Apple Certified Trainer Larry Jordan examines the other half of Final Cut Pro: effects. Building on a foundation created in Final Cut Pro 6 Essential Editing Training DVD, this tutorial looks at how to use Final Cut to create a wide variety of professional-grade effects. These tutorials teaches all the fundamentals, including how to change clip speed, experiment with composite modes, use motion effects in sophisticated way, and work with keyframes and filter effects. Watch as Larry demonstrates each effect and explains how and when to use it for best results. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.

Author: Larry Jordan | Running Time: 10.75 hours | Training Level : Beginner

Starting with his system for getting organized and ending with final output, Apple Certified Trainer Larry Jordan covers all the details of creating and editing in this comprehensive Apple Final Cut Pro 6 Training Video that covers editing basics . The tutorials provide an in-depth overview of the application and its interface, and demonstrates how to plan, create, edit, and export professional digital video projects. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.