This book teaches users how to complete a Media Composer | First project, covering organizing media, assembling a sequence, refining a sequence, creating titles and effects, and outputting the program.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 262 pages
Publication date: 07 May 2021
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

This comprehensive book guides users through the essential techniques required to successfully complete a Media Composer | First project. Each lesson and exercise is meticulously designed to cover a specific phase of the editing process, beginning with organizing media, assembling a sequence, refining a sequence, creating titles and effects, and finally outputting your program for viewing by others.

Introduction

This book is designed to help you familiarize yourself with the techniques needed to complete a Media Composer | First project. Each lesson and exercise will focus on a phase of the editing process, starting with organizing media, assembling a sequence, refining a sequence, creating titles and effects, and outputting your program so that others can view it.

Lesson 1: Organizing Media

In this lesson, you will learn how to organize your media files into a logical and efficient structure. You will learn how to create folders, subfolders, and bins, and how to import and export media files. You will also learn how to use the Media Manager to manage your media files.

Lesson 2: Assembling a Sequence

In this lesson, you will learn how to assemble a sequence of video and audio clips. You will learn how to use the timeline to edit your clips, how to add transitions and effects, and how to adjust the audio levels. You will also learn how to use the audio mixer to mix your audio tracks.

Lesson 3: Refining a Sequence

In this lesson, you will learn how to refine your sequence. You will learn how to adjust the color, contrast, and brightness of your clips, how to add special effects, and how to adjust the audio levels. You will also learn how to use the audio mixer to mix your audio tracks.

Lesson 4: Creating Titles and Effects

In this lesson, you will learn how to create titles and effects for your program. You will learn how to use the title editor to create titles, how to use the effects editor to create effects, and how to use the motion graphics editor to create motion graphics. You will also learn how to use the audio mixer to mix your audio tracks.

Lesson 5: Outputting Your Program

In this lesson, you will learn how to output your program so that others can view it. You will learn how to export your program as a video file, how to upload your program to a video hosting site, and how to create a DVD or Blu-ray disc. You will also learn how to use the media encoder to encode your program for playback on different devices.

Conclusion

This book has provided you with the techniques needed to complete a Media Composer | First project. By following the lessons and exercises, you will be able to create professional-quality videos that can be viewed by others. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced editor, this book will help you improve your skills and achieve your goals.

Weight: 644g
Dimension: 203 x 255 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538143827