Peachpit Press Apple Pro Training Series: Final Cut Express 4

If you've used iMovie to its fullest capacities, but still want more, Final Cut Express 4 is a good step up. The Apple Pro Training Series: Final Cut Express 4 is the only Apple-certified guide to Express 4 and it gives you all the techniques you need to make great movies with DV, HDV, or AVCHD footage. Each chapter has a complete lesson in an aspect of Video Editing and finishing, with hands-on projects to complete as you go. All the files you need are included in the DVD-ROM. You'll learn how to make effective edits and adjust them precisely; create polished transitions and sophisticated composites; add Audio tracks, titles, and speed and motion effects; then color-correct and finish your video for export to DVD or the Web. Anyone including students, devoted amateurs serious about Digital video, and professionals who need a comprehensive editing Program can use this book. Everything you need to learn Final Cut Express 4 is here. The DVD-ROM includes lesson and media files for over 20 hours of training. Make movie magic with DV, HDV, or AVCHD footage Complete lessons in aspects of video editing and finishing Hands-on projects Make effective edits and adjust them precisely Create polished transitions and sophisticated composites Add audio tracks, titles, and speed and motion effects Color-correct and finish your video for export to DVD or the Web Over 20 hours of training on DVD-ROM