Visual QuickPro Guide

Using the same task-based, visual reference format of the Visual QuickStart Guide series, this “QuickPro” title with a companion CD-ROM takes the video production student to the next level. Step-by-step instructions and plentiful screenshots show students, in detail, After Effects's most useful intermediate-level and advanced features. In no time, students will be creating sophisticated graphics and effects for video, film, and the Web.

Using the same task-based, visual reference format of the Visual QuickStart Guide series, this “QuickPro” title provides in-depth coverage of Adobe's updated motion graphics and visual effects tool. Practical, task-based, visually formatted lessons lead intermediate-level digital filmmakers through all the features of After Effects 5.

Using the same task-based, visual reference format of the Visual QuickStart Guide series, this "QuickPro" title provides in-depth coverage of Adobe's updated motion graphics and visual effects tool. Practical, task-based, visually formatted lessons lead intermediate-level digital filmmakers thorough all the features of After Effects 6.

Digital film students who are looking to gain a high level of editing know-how quickly and more advanced students who are making the switch from other editing software will find everything they need in this guide. Students can apply the skills learned here to other Avid products, which share similar interfaces and a common file format. Focused, task-based instruction covers the entire video-editing process from the basics of getting a DV project rolling all the way to advanced editing techniques and methods of distributing the final product. Along the way, students will find meaty tips and enhanced graphics (with labels, arrows, and other annotations).

These task-based, visual reference guides feature step-by-step instructions and plenty of screen shots to guide students and teachers through the most important tasks. Visual QuickStart Guides are the ideal way to get students up and running quickly, and are used for intermediate and advanced students as a quick reference.

Using the same task-based, visual reference format of the Visual QuickStart Guide series, this “QuickPro” title provides in-depth coverage of Apple's updated video production tool. Step-by-step instructions lead students through the basics and into more advanced video editing tasks.

This book brings clarity, simplicity, and visual learning to Final Cut Pro 3, Apple's breakthrough application for digital video editing and production. It teaches students the core techniques they need to produce outstanding digital video, whether their projects will be delivered via videotape, film, multimedia CD-ROM, or streamed across the Web. Long-time digital media instructor Lisa Brenneis begins by helping students install and configure both Final Cut Pro for the necessary DV hardware, and walking them through Final Cut Pro's feature-rich interface. Next, one task a time, she helps students build their skills with every phase of the video editing and production process, including: capturing footage, importing media files, and preparing clips; using the Viewer; editing with the Timeline and Canvas; making trim edits; creating transitions; rendering; special effects; and creating final output. Brenneis, who has extensive experience as a professional film production manager, also presents more than 50 pages of guidance on managing large, complex video projects. As in all Visual QuickPro Guides, every task is presented one step at a time, with extensive practical tips, and hundreds of screen shots that demonstrate exactly what students will see and what they should do.

This book brings clarity, simplicity, and visual learning to Final Cut Pro HD 4.5 for Mac OS X, Apple’s breakthrough application for digital video editing and production. It teaches students all the techniques they need to produce outstanding digital video, whether their projects will be delivered via videotape, film, multimedia CD-ROM, streamed across the Web, or delivered in High Definition using Final Cut Pro’s new HD support. Long-time digital media instructor Lisa Brenneis begins by helping students install and configure both Final Cut Pro HD and DV hardware, and walking them through Final Cut Pro HD’s feature-rich interface. Next, one task a time, she helps them build their skills with every phase of the video editing and production process, including structuring projects; capturing, importing, and preparing clips; using the Viewer; editing with the Timeline and Canvas; making trim edits; creating transitions; rendering; special effects; compositing; real-time playback; rendering; outputting finished projects; and much more. This edition covers many new features introduced in Final Cut Pro HD 4.5 and Final Cut Pro 4, including new HD support, Timeline and Audio Mixing features, new clip-handling protocols, Soundtrack, LiveType, Compressor, and Cinema Tools. Brenneis, who has extensive experience as a professional film production manager, also presents extensive guidance on managing large, complex video projects. Throughout the book, sidebars introduce the “protocols” that govern Final Cut Pro’s behavior; as well as essential production, workflow, and management techniques. As in all Visual QuickPro Guides, every task is presented one step at a time, with extensive practical tips, and hundreds of screen shots that demonstrate exactly what students will see and what they should do. Note: Starting in April 2004, Apple provided the update to Final Cut Pro HD 4.5 at no cost to registered Final Cut Pro 4 users. This book makes it easy to update courses to the new version, while at the same time continuing to support students working with Final Cut Pro 4.

These task-based, visual reference guides feature step-by-step instructions and plenty of screen shots to guide students and teachers through the most important tasks. Visual QuickStart Guides are the ideal way to get students up and running quickly, and are used for intermediate and advanced students as a quick reference.

Using the same task-based, visual reference format of the Visual QuickStart Guide series, this advanced “QuickPro” title with a companion CD-ROM covers advanced features and techniques of Flash, and offers a general strategy to Flash problem-solving. This guide demonstrates ways to approach animation and interactivity, encouraging students to begin to “think” in Flash. The book covers three main topics: advanced animation, advanced navigation, and advanced interactivity.

This book brings clarity, simplicity, and visual learning to the advanced Flash MX animation, navigation, and interactivity techniques experienced Flash students need to create outstanding movies and applications. It will be invaluable to students with a wide range of goals in digital media, including animation, interface development and usability, game development, multimedia development, and business application development. Long-time Flash instructor Russell Chun avoids superficial effects, instead introducing intermediate-to-advanced-level techniques in a logical fashion that emphasizes method, problem-solving, and the ability to "think in Flash." The book is organized into three sections: advanced animation, advanced navigation, and advanced interactivity. Along the way, Chun shows students how to make the most of Flash MX's extensive new feature set, from its revamped interface to its newest ActionScript commands. As in all Visual QuickPro Guides, each task is presented one step at a time, with extensive practical tips and screen shots that demonstrate exactly what the student will see at key points in the process.