Final Cut Pro® 300: Final Cut Pro X® – Advanced

Pro Series: FCP 300: Final Cut Pro X® Advanced Editing

Directors used Final Cut Pro® to edit True Grit (© Paramount Pictures)

Share ideas, concepts and techniques with fellow students

Use Final Cut Pro® to create advanced animations and breathtaking effects

Receive hands-on training and personal instruction from professional filmmakers

Advanced Techniques for Apple’s® Industry-Standard Editing Software

Final Cut Pro X® is a revolutionary video-editing application that makes it possible for beginners and seasoned professionals to achieve stunning results. This five-day, hands-on course teaches 
hard-to-find advanced editing and finishing techniques. Learn how to use compound clips, develop advanced animations and creative effects, color correct like a pro, and create complex audio mixes. This course also
 covers advanced work flows for managing media, as well as working with Compressor 4®.

Students use a variety of different types of media, from documentary to narrative fiction. You also have the opportunity to edit your own personal project and are encouraged to bring your own Final Cut Pro®-compatible media.

What You’ll Learn: FCP 300: Final Cut Pro X® Advanced Editing

Course Content Software Used
• Organizing projects with advanced metadata techniques
• Advanced editing techniques including Roles
• Working with Compound Clips
• Advanced color correction, including shape and color masks
• Creating custom effects including motion animation
• Finishing and final output
• Working with Compressor®

Course may vary slightly based on student expertise & class interest. All students work on their own personal projects, which they keep.

Who Should Attend: FCP 300: Final Cut Pro X® Advanced Editing
Open to Advanced Teens (15 & Older), College Students and Adult Learners | Advanced | FCP 200 or Equivalent Experience

This class is designed for those who already have a working knowledge of Final Cut Pro X® and who want to increase their skills by learning advanced features and efficient work flows.

Course may vary slightly based on student expertise & class interest. All students work on their own personal projects, which they keep.

Related Courses: You May Also Be Interested In…

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FCP 200: Comprehensive Study of Final Cut Pro X® A comprehensive study of Final Cut Pro X® 1 Week
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After Effects® Studio – Advanced Techniques Learn advanced techniques in After Effects® 1 Week
Digital Filmmaking with DSLRs Learn digital filmmaking techniques for DSLR cameras 1 Week

Questions about a course or additional weeks at DMA? Ready to register? Please call 866.656.3342 for more information and to speak with a Guest Experience Representative.

2013 Fees & Additional Options:

Options Price Duration Meals
Tuition $1,425 1 Week, Mon-Fri Lunch not included
Lunch Plan (for non-residential students) add $65 1 Week, Mon-Fri 5 lunches

To view all options, including weekend stays, visit our Options & Fees page.    

Mon-Fri   |   9am–5pm   |   Advanced

“DMA provided solid information that I could use immediately. My films and videos improve with each class.”

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