Description:
Are you ready for something more than iMovie? Have you opened up Final Cut and are lost or worried you were doing something wrong? Maybe you have a couple of editing ideas down but want to become better versed at the basics of workflow? Then this three-hour lecture-style workshop is for you! We'll cover how to set up your computer so it works best with Final Cut and teach how to get your project off the ground - from Digitizing to Basic Editing. By the end of the class you should be able to start from scratch on your own project and get a timeline built. Then, wait for the Oscars to roll on in!

Not sure about the differences between Final Cut Studio (a suite of editing applications) and Final Cut Express (a condensed version of Final Cut Pro)? Check out this article on Final Cut Pro vs. Final Cut Express to learn about which software is right for you. BDA's offerings, including this one, focus on Final Cut Pro, and not everything taught in this workshop will apply to Final Cut Express.

Instruction is presented in Final Cut Studio 3 with Final Cut Pro 7.

Presented as a Lecture-Style Workshop:
These are our most affordable training programs, designed to introduce a subject quickly and efficiently. Students can take notes from the instructor's projected computer screen, and/or bring their own computer to follow along. Lecture-style workshops are normally held on weekday evenings from 6 pm – 9 pm and contain a maximum of 30 students (average is 8-20).

Who Should Take This:
Anyone who wants to learn how to edit movies professionally, no prior experience required! Students should have a sound understanding of Mac OS X.

Instructor:
Travis Bush is currently the production manager for Channel 3, The Longmont Cable Trust in Longmont, Colorado. Although his daily tasks include producing, directing, and shooting, Travis most enjoys the time he spends in the edit suite.
 
Travis is also a freelance editor and has worked on a variety of projects including broad, educational and training videos as well as DVD design and authoring.

BDA Member Cost: $59.00 ($69.00 after Saturday, October 30, 2010)
Non Member Cost: $79.00 ($89.00 after Saturday, October 30, 2010)
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