The Avid Handbook: Advanced Techniques, Strategies, and Survival Information for Avid Editing Systems, 5th Edition
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.92 (625 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0240810813 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 353 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2015-11-28 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
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.. 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
Prior to joining the product design team he was the Principal Instructor for Avid's Training Services Group, focusing on finishing and effects.Bayes is the Product Manager for Final Cut Pro at Apple. For the last several years Greg has traveled the world speaking at major conferences and seminars keeping Avid users and instructors up-to-date on area
Pamela Robinson said 'Avid' works on several levels. Experienced editors in need of more knowledge will find The Avid Handbook: Advanced Techniques, Strategies, and Survival Information for Avid Editing Systems, 5th Edition the ideal guide to this particular nonlinear editing system. It is not for rookies or people trying to move over from other systems but rather for those who have had at least some exposure to Avid, a supplement to the company's own guidebooks to the system.The book offers dozens of workflow efficiencies, tips and little tricks that make Media Composer 'Avid' works on several levels Experienced editors in need of more knowledge will find The Avid Handbook: Advanced Techniques, Strategies, and Survival Information for Avid Editing Systems, 5th Edition the ideal guide to this particular nonlinear editing system. It is not for rookies or people trying to move over from other systems but rather for those who have had at least some exposure to Avid, a supplement to the company's own guidebooks to the system.The book offers dozens of workflow efficiencies, tips and little tricks that make Media Composer 3.0 work better. Nonlinear editors working on this system will find the book an invaluable tool to improving the. .0 work better. Nonlinear editors working on this system will find the book an invaluable tool to improving the. Jarod Dean Winchester said Somewhat unclear and not that clear cut. Needed instructor's assistance.. This was the prescribed text for my editing class that was using Avid and it didn't make me as proficient in the software as I wanted to be. I ended up asking the instructor for help everytime I read the instructions.. "I have to book down my mouse and this is one" according to Israel. Excellent book, killed it. It was very enjoyable and I learned a lot. In the future I will continue this writer, to see what else makes publications. See if you are encouraged to write about real-time graphics inside avid with Brainstorm Studio.Congrats. and sorry my bad englishIsrael D.[]
Avid's manuals can teach you the right buttons to push, but Staten takes you further into the philosophy and workflow behind the software, to ultimately help you be a better editor. "The Avid Handbook has always been an useful supplement to Avid's own excellent manuals. Greg Staten's latest edition introduces readers to the inner workings, tips, tricks and hidden techniques behind Avid's newly updated Media Composer 3.0 software. Regardless of experience level, this is an essential text for every Avid editor."- Oliver Peters, President and Founder, Oliver Peters Post Production Services . It's not just the what and where, but the even more important, how and why