Avid Xpress Pro Power! (Paperback)

by Steve Julin (Author) "Avid Technology, founded in 1989, has grown into the world leader in digital nonlinear editing, managing, and distribution of media..." (more)
Key Phrases: Avid Xpress Pro, Fast Menu, Effect Palette (more...)

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Product Description
Avid editing systems have become the standard in film and television production around the world. This book suits the needs of film students, wedding videographers, independent filmmakers, home video enthusiasts and anyone else who owns a video camera and would like to edit their footage. The author, an Avid Certified Instructor who has trained well over 1,000 editors, adds knowledge that will enhance your learning experience even further. Well-known clients of his include: GM, Ford, NBC, ABC, CBS, PBS, Comcast and The Discovery Channel. Falling within the successful Power! series, this book offers the information needed to not just learn the basics, but actually understand Avid and become a power user. Avid is available on both Macintosh and Windows platforms.

About the Author
Steve Julin has been editing, directing and producing video for over 18 years. He was a principal partner in developing Media Power, an audio and video production and post-production facility located in Southfield, Michigan. Steve is also Michigan’s first Avid Certified Instructor and has edited and provided training for companies such as: Ford Motor Company, Kmart, The Discovery Channel and NBC. In 2000, Steve received a Golden Eagle Award for documentary editing and was nominated for an Emmy in 2001. He also served as Senior Avid Editor at Grace & Wild HD Studios. Steve is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University where he received a B.S. in Television Journalism and is currently a member of the advisory board for The William D. Ford Vocational Technical Center. He resides in suburban Detroit.

Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology PTR; 1 edition (February 27, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592001513
• ISBN-13: 978-1592001514
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.9 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #510,437 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a must have for Avid Xpress Pro users, April 16, 2004

By	Peter Shillingford (Detroit, Michigan) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I make my living editing digital video and this book is by far the best instructional material on Avid Xpress Pro I've seen. There are tips and suggestions it would have taken me years to figure out on my own. I'm doing better quality work in less time. I wish I had found this book two years ago.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, Concise guide!, March 10, 2005

By	E. Glezen (Ann Arbor, MI) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is an excellent, well-written guide to the Avid Xpress Pro system, and while it can't replace the extended Authorized Avid Education advanced editing course, it is a great overview of the many different topics covered therein.

But, more importantly, it covers many things not in the official Avid training guides - things that after reading this book one feels really should be, like practical tips, tricks, and notes for a more truly professional end project. I would definitely recommend this for serious editors and people who want to get into the deeper strengths of the Avid system... it moves quickly, and might be confusing for a complete beginner.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great for people who know other editing applications, September 21, 2004

By	John Petaja - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I am just finishing up on this book, and after two solid days I have gone from no experience with avid to very comfortable. I don't know how well a new editor would do with this book, but if you already know FCP or Premiere this seems like an excellent way to learn all of the key concepts you need to run an editing app.
This is the best instructional manual I have come across.