Apple and Final Cut Pro revolutionised video editing many moons ago, and as editors start getting under the skin of this new product, we see Apple are at it again.
We have spent a number of months working with our top trainers and editors on the new product FCP X and discussing their experience of using it on live projects (see links at the end of this post), and have finally released our new courses which will bring you up to speed with the very latest technology and techniques in video editing. So welcome to this post about our newly released Final Cut Pro X training courses in our Apple Authorised Training Centre, Dublin. These courses follow Apple Certification paths and we hope they will set the new standard for Final Cut training in Ireland.
Final Cut Pro X has literally rocked the film and video-editing world by completely re-inventing video editing and production –something which the original Final Cut Pro did itself many years ago. ‘It’s not just a different cut. It’s a whole new production’ is what some of Europe’s top Pro editors are now saying. 80% of editing workflow is in the creative stages so Apple has recognised this and torn up the script to release a product that is powerful, intuitive, and lightning fast to work with. With its features such as the new dynamic interface, Magnetic Timeline, Clip Connections, Auditions, Content Auto-Analysis, and Range-Based Keywords – budding new editors can get up and running with ease, and Pro users are able to express themselves at greater speed, lower cost, and ultimately more control over their ‘final cut’ with one powerful product.
Whether you are experienced or just starting off we have new courses that get you expressing yourself in no time…
We are offering:
- a choice of 2 or 3 day course options
- new Apple Certification – Apple Certified Associate in Final Cut Pro X
- new introductory pricing
Essentials in Final Cut Pro X– 2 day €495
This 2 day hands-on course is delivered by our Apple Certified Trainers using the Apple Authorised curriculum. It will enable you to master the fundamentals of Final Cut Pro X and video editing, and enable you to use it to create a wide range of video projects. This course would suit those working in video production, media, marketing, education, business, communications and in fact anyone looking to get up and running with FCPX. No prior experience is required but basic video editing concepts is an advantage. This course will follow the curriculum for Apple Certification but will not cover the full range of topics. For ACA Certification we recommend the 3 day Pro-Skills ACA course.
This is a broad list of what this course covers:
Dublin: 27-28th Feb 2012
Pro-Skills ACA (Apple Certified Associate) in Final Cut Pro X–3 day €595
The Pro Skills 3 day package is a ‘discount saver’ package and incorporates the 2 day Essentials course, but includes an additional day with more sophisticated tips and techniques, to give more comprehensive training and prepares students for the Apple Certified Associate (ACA) industry Certification which can be taken with this course. Delivered by our Apple Certified Trainers using the Apple Authorised curriculum, it will enable you to become fully proficient in Final Cut Pro X, and enable you gain industry Certification for your knowledge and skills. This course follows the curriculum for Apple Certification and covers the full range of topics for ACA Certification.
This is a broad list of what this course covers:
- Preparing to Edit in Final Cut Pro X
- Importing in Final Cut Pro X
- Organizing Clips in an Event
- Building the Rough Cut
- Finishing the Rough Cut
- Fine-Tuning the Rough Cut
- Applying Transitions
- Working with Sound
- Working with Titles, Generators, and Themes
- Retiming and Transforming Clips
- Applying Effects and Enhancing Colour
- Exporting and Sharing Your Project
ACA exam included:
Dublin: 27-28-29th Feb 2012
Course Includes:
· Delivery by an Apple Certified Trainer
· Courseware Manuals and CD’s
· Apple Certification
· Email Support
Course Venues:
Balcony Suite, Top Floor, Capel Building, Mary’s Abbey, Dublin 7.
To find out more about these courses ENQUIRE HERE or call 1890 403 400 to speak to one of our training co-ordinators.
If you are existing FCP User grappling with a vastly different product and interface is a challenge, so you might like to read this article by top editor and Apple Master Trainer Alex Snelling – as he addresses a few concerns:
http://www.fcp.co/final-cut-pro/articles/434-the-top-ten-editors-concerns-about-final-cut-pro-x
Also this article gives a great insight into the FCP X and how it will be integrated into the Pro market and market as a whole: http://bradbell.tv/filmmaking/fcpx-the-os-x-of-video-editing/
Liam Hurrell
Big Wave Media Training