Digital Video
Digital Video Overview
Digital video is an accessible technology for recording video, but it
can be a bit more daunting than figuring our your family camcorder. In this
introductory workshop, you will learn to plan and execute your digital
video project, including how-to transfer video to a computer, and how to
archive the finished product. After the workshop, you will be able to
create impressive video presentations, an entertaining home movie, or the
next award-winning independent film.
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Apple Final Cut Pro
Apple Final Cut Pro is the professional standard video-editing software
for independent and student filmmaking. Its simple features can be used in
extremely powerful ways. In this workshop, you will learn how to make a
professional-looking film, and explore the possibilities of digital video.
Other topics include keyframing attributes and effects, and creating and
applying transitions and titling. Use the knowledge gained in this workshop
to create your first student film production.
Note: workshop is two part series.
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Adobe After Effects
Adobe After Effects is a highly regarded tool for post-production and
motion picture effects. In this introductory workshop, you will learn how
to create original visual effects for stand-alone use or for integration
with Apple Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premiere. Other topics include importing
compositions, compositing, nesting, setting scale, time and opacity, using
keyframes, and using plug-ins and special effects. Learn the basics with us
and then use them to create stunning graphics for your next film.
Note: workshop is two part series.
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Apple DVD Studio Pro
Apple DVD Studio Pro is a professional application for designing and
creating a DVD to archive and distribute your videos. In this workshop, you
will learn how to set up your DVD in a sophisticated yet navigable manner.
You will learn everything from importing your video to burning the final
disc. Other topics include adding sound clips to your menus, creating
custom templates, and troubleshooting with the simulator feature. Use your
knowledge gained in this workshop to distribute your work, create your own
digital portfolio, or even submit your work to a local film festival.
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Apple iMovie
Apple iMovie, an easy to use video-editing application, can help you
develop the skills necessary to master professional software packages. With
iMovie, you can import video from your camera or from other files for
creating presentations, short films, or video podcasts. In this
introductory workshop, you will learn how to import and edit a simple
digital video. Other topics include transferring video to a computer,
adding effects and transitions, creating titles, and exporting your final
video.
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Adobe Premiere
Adobe Premiere is the quintessential video-editing tool for the PC user
working toward a professional video product. It is easy to learn, and
versatile. In this full-spectrum workshop, you will learn how to make
professional-looking videos. Other topics include keyframing attributes and
effects, and creating and applying customizable transitions and titling.
Use the knowledge gained in this workshop to create your first student film
production.
Note: workshop is two part series.
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curriculum
Adobe Encore
Adobe Encore DVD is a professional application for designing and
creating a DVD to archive and distribute your videos. It works particularly
well with other Adobe applications, such as Photoshop and After Effects. In
this workshop, you will learn how to set up your DVD in a sophisticated yet
navigable manner. Other topics include adding sound clips to your menus,
creating custom templates using Photoshop images, and troubleshooting with
the simulator feature. Use your knowledge gained in this workshop to
distribute your work, create your own digital portfolio, or even submit
your work to a local film festival.
Online curriculum in development
