Final Cut Studio On the Spot, 3rd Edition (On The Spot {Series}) [Paperback]

Richard Harrington (Author), Abba Shapiro (Author), Robbie Carman (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0240810074 | ISBN-13: 978-0240810072 | Publication Date: November 7, 2007 | Edition: 3rd

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

Key Features:
* 400 time-saving workflow techniques
* Concise presentation is great for as a reference or a casual read
* Covers the major Studio toolsets for the editor

Editorial Reviews

Review

What a breath of fresh air! . I highly recommend this book for folks that are motivated to take their knowledge of FCP to new heights. Bravo Gentlemen!
Kevin Monahan, author-Motion Graphics and Effects in Final Cut Pro, www.fcpworld.com

...provides you with wonderful tips and tricks, most of which you won't get anywhere else.
Michael Horton, president, Los Angeles Final Cut Pro User Group

What a great collection of tips and tricks.everyone will learn something from this book; or be reminded of that great old tip that you'd forgotten.
Tom Wolsky, South Coast Productions, creativecow.net cowmunity leader

From the Back Cover

What a breath of fresh air! . I highly recommend this book for folks that are motivated to take their knowledge of FCP to new heights. Bravo Gentlemen!
Kevin Monahan, author-Motion Graphics and Effects in Final Cut Pro, www.fcpworld.com

...provides you with wonderful tips and tricks, most of which you won't get anywhere else.
Michael Horton, president, Los Angeles Final Cut Pro User Group

What a great collection of tips and tricks.everyone will learn something from this book; or be reminded of that great old tip that you'd forgotten.
Tom Wolsky, South Coast Productions, creativecow.net cowmunity leader

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

Richard Harrington is an Apple certified instructor, and founder of a visual communications company called RHED Pixel. He is a popular conference speaker and on-camera trainer, the author of 10 books, and regular magazine contributor.
Abba Shapiro is a lead instructor for Apple's certified training program and an award-winning writer/producer/director in video and film production with over 20 years of experience.
Robbie Carman is an Apple certified instructor and the VP and CTO of Amigo Media. He specializes in online editing and color correction on standard and high definition projects.

USER LEVEL: Intermediate to Advanced

Product Details

• Paperback: 344 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press; 3rd edition (November 7, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0240810074
• ISBN-13: 978-0240810072
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 9.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,167,581 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #82 in Books > Computers & Technology > Apple > Final Cut

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have for Every Final Cut User, April 29, 2008

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shelley sink "Shelley Sink" (Rochester HIlls, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Final Cut Studio On the Spot, 3rd Edition (On The Spot {Series}) (Paperback)

I have both "Final Cut Pro on the Spot" and just recently bought "Final Cut Studio on the Spot." (The difference between the two is that "Final Cut Studio" goes into the other studio applications)

I'm a self-taught editor and have an entire bookcase full of Final Cut Studio training books and DVDs and am also a subscriber to several on-line training classes. Of all the training materials I've collected, I use these two books most.

Whether you are well-seasoned in Final Cut or just getting started as an editor, you will absolutely love this little book. It's full of great tips and tricks on cool techniques, time saving shortcuts, maintenance guides and more. I would have to spend hours wading through tons of material to glean just some the pearls condensed in these publications. The authors took the most useful material and assembled it in this handy, quick little reference tool. The layout is great. It's well written, easy to comprehend and fun to read.

You don't have to read it cover to cover (although I did). You can just flip to the section you need at the time. Just recently I was looking for some new and interesting transitions. I remembered there was a section on transitions, looked it up and quickly learned a bunch of new techniques to jazz up my sequence.

The other great thing about this book is that is so portable. I take it down to the pool with me or to Dr.'s appointments, and when I travel, so I can always be learning new stuff while I'm relaxing or sitting in the waiting room, flying, etc.

Of all the money I've spent on training materials, these two little books were by far the best return on my investment. The information is priceless.

I'm grateful to the editors, Richard Harrington, Abba Shapiro and Robbie Carman for sharing all their wisdom and creating these wonderful little books. It has taken my editing to a whole new level.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Just like the editorial reviewers said..., January 20, 2008

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A. Jamieson (New Zealand) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Final Cut Studio On the Spot, 3rd Edition (On The Spot {Series}) (Paperback)

This is a great book, full of numerous helpful tips and tricks for anyone who's got past the basics of Final Cut.

I've learned heaps from it, and many of the tips have led me to find other new features and ways of doing things with the program. Most of the tips are simple and will save time or make minor improvements in your editing. Some are profound.

Although titled Final Cut Studio On the Spot, the book is strongest by far on Final Cut Pro and Soundtrack Pro, with some coverage of Color, and much less emphasis on Motion 3 and Compressor.

The only niggle I have with 'Final Cut Studio On the Spot' (3rd edition) is that it desperately needs an index. With so much information, it's just begging for a better way to navigate it all. Otherwise, highly recommended.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Approach, July 3, 2008

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Jason Osder "Co-Author of Final Cut Pro Workf... (Alrington, VA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Final Cut Studio On the Spot, 3rd Edition (On The Spot {Series}) (Paperback)

The On The Spot format is a great way to take a quick but deep dive and come away with improved methods in Final Cut Studio.

New material in this edition includes great tips on HD technology and new features in Final Cut Studio 2.