Fast DV/DVD/VCD Editing: Final Cut Pro 3

Author: Zhang Ning
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Publish Date: 2003-01-01
Features: This book is specifically designed to introduce the usage methods and techniques of Final Cut Pro 3 for those who want to create their own DV/DVD/VCD by hand with their favorite audio and video. It provides a detailed explanation of the various functions and practical techniques of Final Cut Pro 3, helping readers to independently produce various film and television works in a short period of time. The book is composed of 4 parts and 1 appendix. The Basics section introduces the background, concepts, workflows, and new features of non-linear editing; the Tools section covers the installation, settings, interface, menus, and functions of Final Cut Pro 3; the Application section explains the entire editing process from input to output for audio and video; the Examples section presents 8 examples including text floating in the clouds, using images to create film advertisements, flowing overlays, picture masks, image masks, active screens in computer displays, (magical keying), and an image gallery; the appendix introduces some shortcuts, standards, and solutions of Final Cut Pro 3. The book combines functions, operations, and practical exercises to help readers grasp key points and independently complete the production of various film and television works while learning Final Cut Pro 3. This book is intended for beginners and intermediate users in television program production, various film and television advertising production, online video production, and independent filmmaking, as well as for beginners in social computer training classes. The content of this CD-ROM includes source files for some of the examples in the book.