ABSTRACT

Completely updated for current HD, UHD, 2K, and 4K workflows, Avid Editing blends the art and aesthetics of motion picture editing with technical, hands-on instruction. Appropriate for beginners and intermediate users who need to refresh their knowledge of essential post-production techniques, this fully revamped and full-color sixth edition is also an excellent tool for editors coming to Avid from other non-linear editing platforms. Topics covered include trimming, audio, effects, titles, color correction, customization, inputting, and outputting. A robust accompanying online eResource features professionally shot footage and Avid project files, allowing readers to work alongside the lessons taught in the book.

The new edition covers:

  • Avid Media Composer licensing choices
  • Changes to the Avid user interface
  • Basic and advanced visual effects
  • Mastering Avid’s audio tools
  • Exploring Avid’s Title Tool and NewBlue Titler Pro
  • Understanding double-system sound techniques
  • Syncing picture and sound files
  • Understanding and applying LUTs
  • The latest HD, UHD, 2K, and 4K Workflows

chapter 1|33 pages

Getting Started

chapter 2|20 pages

Basic Editing

chapter 3|21 pages

Trimming

chapter 4|12 pages

Advanced Trimming

chapter 5|16 pages

All About Bins

chapter 6|33 pages

Sound

chapter 7|17 pages

Using the Smart Tool

chapter 9|16 pages

Double-System Sound Workflow

chapter 10|12 pages

A Few Editing Tips

chapter 11|28 pages

Effects

chapter 12|32 pages

Titles

chapter 13|25 pages

Customization and Organization

chapter 14|10 pages

Keeping in Sync

chapter 15|17 pages

Power Editing Techniques

chapter 16|26 pages

Beyond HD

UHD, 2K and 4K Projects

chapter 17|23 pages

Advanced Effects and FrameFlex

chapter 18|13 pages

Working with LUTs (Look Up Tables)

chapter 19|19 pages

Color Correction

chapter 20|5 pages

Media Management

chapter 21|30 pages

Outputting Your Sequence

chapter 22|5 pages

Present and Future