Final Cut Studio On the Spot, 3rd Edition

Final Cut Studio On the Spot, 3rd Edition

by Richard Harrington, Abba Shapiro, Robbie Carman
Released December 2012
Publisher(s): Routledge
ISBN: 9781136059810

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Book description

Packed with more than 500 techniques, this book delivers what you need to know-on the spot. It is suited to editors of all experience levels, whether you are:

* Migrating from another NLE
* Upgrading to Final Cut Studio 2
* Seeking a handy reference to raise your proficiency

No need to wade through tomes of documentation. Final Cut Studio On the Spot presents immediate solutions in an accessible format. Step-by-step instruction by Apple Certified Pros shows you how to:


* Optimize system performance
* Create impressive titles with Generators, Motion, LiveType, and Photoshop
* Build Commercial-quality transitions
* Work quickly with buttons and keyboard shortcuts
* Color correct to save vital shots, and keep them broadcast legal
* Fix and mix for professional-quality audio
* Use the compositing tools of master editors
* Design and import graphics seamlessly
* Integrate with other applications including Motion, Soundtrack Pro and Color
* Troubleshoot and recover files
* Manage media and backup strategies
* Export and publish finished projects to tape, DVD, or the Web

Product information

  • Title: Final Cut Studio On the Spot, 3rd Edition
  • Author(s): Richard Harrington, Abba Shapiro, Robbie Carman
  • Release date: December 2012
  • Publisher(s): Routledge
  • ISBN: 9781136059810