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An Introduction to Avid Media Composer

An Introduction to Avid Media Composer is the first step in achieving confidence, creativity, and efficiency with Avid Media Composer, the nonlinear film/video editing application used in most movie and television productions. This class is an introductory course designed to get a new user up and running on the software. In this course, students develop an understanding of the video editing process and the basic skills to edit a video project from start to finish. This includes understanding the relationship between media and project files, the location of media storage, the ability to create project files, import source video and audio files, edit the sequence, add titles, music, and basic effects, and then export the finished sequence.

Cost $497
Learn Visual Effects with Oscar Winner Rob Legato, ASC

Rob Legato, ASC, renowned for his work on cinematic masterpieces such as Titanic, Hugo, and The Jungle Book, brings his vast expertise and innovative techniques to Filmmaker U's latest offering. With over three decades of experience and a legacy of pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling, Legato's course is a must for anyone aspiring to excel in the visual effects industry.

Cost $99
Learn Color Grading For Efficiency with Mad Max: Furiosa Colorist Eric Whipp

In our advanced course with Colorist Eric Whipp, he will guide you through the film grading process by color grading a short film with you. Eric will show how to establish a base grade, addressing overexposed shots and white balance for consistency. He also adjusts exposure, contrast, tonality, and color to ensure scene continuity. For flashbacks, Eric employs a stylized approach with scene toning, aiming for a cohesive sunset feel and emotional impact. He goes into detail his process on lighting, mood, detail refinement, and collaborating with the director and DP.

Cost $59
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This is an opportunity to get all of our courses at once and get one FREE! Each of Eric Whipp's classes, Eugene Gearty's, Kirsten Johnson's, Sam Pollard's, and Brian Kates' courses are for just USD 495.00.

Cost $495
Learn Directing & Shooting Documentaries with Kirsten Johnson, ASC

Kirsten Johnson, ASC, has worked as a cinematographer on numerous Academy-nominated and Academy-winning documentaries. Films such as Citizen Four, Fahrenheit 9/11, and The Invisible War, just to name a few. Her directorial debut, Cameraperson, was shortlisted for the Oscars and her latest feature doc Dick Johnson is Dead received rave reviews at its Sundance premiere and was released last year on Netflix.

Cost $99
Learn Color Correction Secrets from Fury Road Colorist Eric Whipp

Eric Whipp has worked with the top directors throughout the world and has worked on the Academy-Award winning film Mad Max: Fury Road. Now the Colorist whose work has inspired millions is your teacher in color correction. He'll discuss pushing boundaries in color, becoming the best colorist you can be, and exploring color grading techniques.

Cost $99
Learn Documentary Editing with Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Sam Pollard

Nominated for an Oscar for his work with Spike Lee on the film Four Little Girls, Sam Pollard is a documentary editing master. His first feature documentary as editor is the stuff of legends; Style Wars helped define an era. After years of helping directors achieve their vision, Sam began to direct films himself, including Two Trains Running and Sammy Davis Jr.: I've Gotta Be Me. Join Sam as he explores the craft of documentary film editing and learn his techniques, tricks, and thoughts behind editing.

Cost $99
Learn Film Editing with Multi-Emmy Winner Brian Kates

Brian Kates, ACE, has mastered pacing, timing, and storytelling and is editor for Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Shortbus, and Lee Daniels' The Butler. Brian won two Emmys one for his work on the pilot for The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and the other for his work on Ross Katz's Taking Chance. In his series, he focuses on techniques, ideas, and working with others to help you master editing.

Cost $99
Learn Sound Design with Oscar-Winning Sound Designer Eugene Gearty

Eugene Gearty has over thirty years of experience with film's greatest directors including Spike Lee, Martin Scorcese, Ang Lee, and The Coen Brothers, just to name a few. He's won numerous awards and took home the Oscar for his work on Hugo. In this course, he will discuss working with sound, coming up with the film's feeling and more!

Cost $99
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