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January Term Session Dates January 14 – 10-12PM January 16 – 10-12PM January 18 – 10-12 PM

Session 2. January Term Session Dates January 14 – 10-12PM January 16 – 10-12PM January 18 – 10-12 PM. From Vision to Video Clip in Three Easy Sessions: An Introduction to Video Recording and Editing at HGSE. Session Goals. Session 1: Pre-production and production

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January Term Session Dates January 14 – 10-12PM January 16 – 10-12PM January 18 – 10-12 PM

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  1. Session 2 January Term Session Dates January 14 – 10-12PM January 16 – 10-12PM January 18 – 10-12PM From Vision to Video Clip in Three Easy Sessions: An Introduction to Video Recording and Editing at HGSE

  2. Session Goals • Session 1: Pre-production and production • Learn how to plan and execute a video shoot • Session 2: Post-production • Perform basic editing techniques in Final Cut Pro • Session 3: Post-production • Prepare video for delivery to web or DVD

  3. Feedback on Assignment • How did it go? • Things that went well? • Difficulties or challenges? • Questions?

  4. Session 2 Agenda • Post-production planning • Anticipating workload • File size and saving options • Working with an edit decision list (EDL) and storyboard • Basic editing techniques and vocabulary (Final Cut Pro) • Organizing project materials • Viewing and capturing footage • Working within the software interface • Live demonstrations • Hands on editing

  5. Post-Production Planning Time consuming process 1 minute of video = 1 hour of editing time File size is extremely large 5 minutes = 1 gigabyte of memory (SD) 1 minute = 1 gigabyte of memory (HD) Saving work in the lab Student data drive available Consider an external hard drive DO NOT save to the desktop!

  6. Post-Production Planning Utilize your original storyboard

  7. Post-Production Planning • Consider creating an edit decision list

  8. Introduction to Final Cut Pro File organization is extremely important Work within a project folder Keep all materials in one place Understanding Final Cut’s workflow Events vs. Projects No saving – weird I know! Don’t be intimidated!

  9. Final Cut Pro X Interface

  10. Exercise #1 - Getting Started Create a project folder on the Student Data drive Label it with your name Locate the Final Cut Pro icon in the dock Click on the icon to launch the software Create an “Event” using the Event Library Right-click on “Student Data” drive – choose “New Event” Create a “Project” using the Project Library Right-click on “Student Data” drive – choose “New Project” Locate the Final Cut computer directories Two folders on the Student Data drive

  11. Importing Footage Tape: occurs through a firewire connection Camera, tape deck, DVD player, etc. Real time task Digital: USB transfer Faster! Plug and play Drag and drop Great for existing digital files already on computer

  12. Exercise #2 - Importing Footage Plug USB or Firewire cable in to the computer Switch camera to “VCR” mode (Canon models) Plugging in USB cameras may auto-launch import window Highlight your new event file in Final Cut Hit the “Import Media” button Select clips to import (digital cameras) Import a small segment of your tape (Canon cameras) Playback control buttons should appear in import window

  13. Exercise #3 - Timeline Techniques Locate your newly imported clips in the Event Library Re-label one of your clips Drag portion of footage to timeline Practice trimming your footage using the selection tool Remove excess at beginning or end Practice zooming in and out within the timeline space ⌘+ to zoom in and ⌘- to zoom out Use the “Shift-Z” command to view entire timeline at once Expand audio/video tracks Right-click on video clip in timeline

  14. Exercise #4 - Additional Techniques Add a title effect to your timeline Simple text over black Lower third on top of video clip Adjust audio levels up or down Experiment with manual fade in/out Create a transition between clips Drag and drop desired effect from transitions window

  15. Importing Additional Files Soundtrack audio Image files Digital video files Branding elements etc.

  16. Best Practices • Stay organized! • Work on main storyline first • Save transitions and titles for last • Don’t be afraid to push the envelope • Endless features and options within FCPX • Ask for help when needed

  17. Assignment • Homework assignment due next session: • Edit a 3-5 minute clip using at least three techniques • Be prepared to share your triumphs and tragedies • Continue working today or use the lab on Thursday

  18. LTC Resources – Multimedia Lab • Usage is on a first come, first serve basis • Sign in/out at LTC front desk • Exchange student ID for station assignment • Hours of operation are same as LTC • Monday -Thursday: 9am-9pm • Friday - Saturday: 9am-5pm • Sunday: Closed • Additional hours possible during peak usage (e.g. finals)

  19. Questions?

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