Book description
Brimming with workflow efficiencies for the experienced editor, The Avid Handbook teaches you the hows and whys of operating the system in order to reach streamlined, creative end solutions. The book emphasizes time-saving techniques, shortcuts, and workflow procedures- the true keys to getting a job done.The book has also been updated to include new information on HD formats and workflows, color-correction and grading capability enhancements, MXF media standardization, and much more.
Also new to this edition are an 8 page 4-color insert, adding depth to the color-correction lessons, as well as running sidebars throughout the book, calling out time-saving tips and techniques.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Title
- Copyright
- Contents
- Preface
- 1. Assembling the Timeline
- 2. Zen and the Art of Trim
- 3. Intermediate Techniques
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4. Avid Administration
- Room Design
- Electrical Power
- Ergonomics
- Media Storage and Management
- The Importance of Empty Space
- Consolidate
- Using the Operating System for Copying
- Deciding What to Delete
- Using Creation Date
- Using Custom Columns
- Basic Media Deletion Using Media Relatives
- Lock Items in Bin
- Changing the Media’s Project Association
- Relinking
- Backing Up and Archiving
- Use Common Sense
- 5. Standard-Definition Video Fundamentals
- 6. The Wild World of High Definition
- 7. Importing and Exporting
- 8. Introduction to Effects
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9. Conforming and Finishing
- Choosing the Finishing Resolution: Standard Definition
- Choosing the Finishing Resolution: High Definition
- Delivery Requirements to Online
- The Online Project
- Necessary Equipment for Online Suites
- Onlining and Offlining on the Same Machine
- Preparing to Recapture
- Batch Capturing
- Integrating the Audio Mix
- Linking to Other Sequences
- Conforming to High Definition
- Conforming Mixed-Format Sequences
- 10. Color Correction
- 11. Troubleshooting
- 12. Nonlinear Video Assistants
- Appendix: Preparing For Linear Online
- Index
- Color Plates
Product information
- Title: The Avid Handbook, 5th Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: August 2012
- Publisher(s): Routledge
- ISBN: 9781136132698
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