Avid Media Composer Basics

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Duration: 1 Day (9am to 5pm)
Cost (NZD): $395 / $295 p.p. early bird / mates rates * or $295 - student**
Students per Class: 3 Max - 2 Min
Dates 2018: Sat - 3rd Nov / Sat 1st Dec

Course Outline
We have been asked on a number of occasions if there is a simple and cheap introduction to Media Composer, so when have delepoed this simple 1 day course.
 
For people such as Students and Producers who need the basics of the editing interface and the process of building and manipulating a simple edit this is the course for you.
 
While only a day long, you cover all the major key components used within Media Composer to with structured exercises to help you practice key techniques.  
 
The class covers:

  • Introduction to Media Composer
    Launching Media Composer and choosing a Project. Overview of the interface.
  • Using and selecting shots
    Using Bins, selecting shots and marking them for edits. Creating your first edit.
  • Refining the Edit – Basics
    Adding and removing shots and simple trimming with video and audio in sync.
  • Working with Audio
    Simple level changes and audio manipulation.
  • Simple Effects
    Simple clip effects and titles.
  • Exporting the edit
    Export your edit for viewings and review processes.
  • Getting Media into your Avid
    Using AMA to get to shots and importing media.
  • Backing Up the Project
    How to back up Avid Projects

​* Course manual and material supplied

Audience
 This course is aimed at anyone wishing to have a simple introduction to Avid Media Composer with no previous experience.

Experience
 Students should have a good basic knowledge of Windows or Mac OSX.

NOTES
All prices subject to GST
*mates rates - sign 2 students up at the same time for a reduced rate of $295 per student - $590+GST as a single booking.
**student - If you are a student in full time education then you are eligible to receive this course at $295+GST no matter how and when you book! Contact us for more details stating your details and where you study.
Payment - Payment can be made via Bank Transfer or via PayPal. In some cases payment can be staggered over 3 payments. Please Contact us for more details outlining your needs. GST invoices can be supplied.