Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University - Washington, DC Campus
Washington, DC, United States
http://www.cdiabu.com/

Authoring and Encoding for Web and Apple DVD Studio Pro

With the Internet quickly becoming a mainstream display as well as distribution format, this module teaches students how to optimize exported sequences for web, streaming, broadband and other formats. Students are exposed to Avid’s ProEncode workflow for distributed media encoding in an efficient manner, popular in large organizations and television networks. Students perfect the powerful techn......
 

Taking advantage of Avid’s powerful built-in AudioSuite plug-ins, this module reinforces audio workflow and tools available to the editor. Students learn what the plugs-ins do and how to implement them and learn implementing the export and import settings and roundtrip techniques between Avid and Pro Tools. Students apply the techniques of consolidating, linking and embedding media with their v......
 

This class builds on the foundations of the introductory course and introduces students to advanced effects, compositing and expressions—programmable behaviors that can unleash the true power of this industry-standard design tool. Students work on refining the basic motion design skills from APP109, concentrating on the aesthetics of animation to make projects more elegant and professional. Stu......
 

This introduction to integrating the power and flexibility of the industry-standard motion graphics and effects application contains everything students need to know to get up to speed quickly and easily with the latest version of Adobe After Effects. In a series of lessons targeted at first-time users, students become comfortable with the basic functions and uses for After Effects for both vid......
 

At this intermediate level, students learn how to prepare still and moving graphics for import into Avid editing systems, using both SD and HD formats. Sessions include preparing and importing graphics, creating and using alpha channels, working with layers and matte keys and using Photoshop to treat logos and web graphics....
 

Students learn to design multilayered and multinested effects on Avid Media Composer for maximum quality with optimal render times. The advanced-effect techniques include applications of intraframe effects, working with paint and the powerful AniMatte effects, advanced key-framing and keying, using effect shortcuts, effect media management, working with matte, chroma and luma keys and deconstru......
 

This module is designed for Avid Media Composer editors who want to learn about specific workflow issues for documentary editing. Using material and examples from a current documentary, the class addresses the basic post process for documentary editing, as well as advanced bin organization, Script integration and ScriptSync, scene construction and useful effects for documentary. Media for this ......
 

This module covers Avid’s powerful color correction, with an emphasis on industry-standard requirements for the stringent requirements of broadcast television. Topics include analyzing the color properties of shots, using internal video scopes as well as external waveform and vectorscopes, color correcting individual shots using RGB curves and HSL hue offset tools, auto-correcting individual sh......
 

An editor’s productivity is bolstered by mastering more advanced techniques in the Avid system such as asymmetrical editing, multicam, the media tool’s capabilities, transcoding with Avid DnX resolutions, recapturing sequences, and sync-point/replace editing. Students learn multicam editing, the industry standard in film and television. Project and media management techniques are reinforced. Cu......
 

This module combines review and instruction in the Avid User Interface and its industry-standard workflow. Transitioning from XpressPro to Media Composer, topics include basic setup, calibration for various analog and digital video as well as audio settings, logging and capturing media, editing and trimming techniques, 3D effect palette, title tool, audio suite, prepping for output and various ......
 

Unique to the craft of filmmaking, the editing stage is where it all comes together. Using the dedicated MC101 courseware, students will be introduced to the Avid interface. For students looking for a career in postproduction, knowledge of both Avid and FCP is an important advantage. As part of tuition, Avid is offered to all students throughout the year in standalone workshop/module format....
 

Beginning in preproduction and through production and editing, it is the director’s job to tell the story and oversee the creative and technical aspects of the film. In this module students are introduced to the art and craft of directing dramatic scenes and gain experience working with actors and on-camera hosts. Topics include script analysis for directors, casting and auditions, conducting r......
 

Understanding how to conduct business as a freelance videographer as well as knowing what is involved in working as a full-time producer at a production company are essential parts of the digital filmmaker’s career and employability. This module examines the videographer’s responsibilities to clients, vendors and his/her peers. Topics include budgeting, invoicing, proposal writing, scheduling, ......
 

While creating pleasing image and sounds are essential parts of digital filmmaking, students now turn their attention to another critical component in a filmmaker’s tool kit: motion graphics. Through instructor-guided courseware they learn the basic skill set to give their films a professional looking title sequence, motion menus, and opening and closing sequences. Using Apple’s popular Motion ......
 

This module provides students with an understanding of audio postproduction techniques in Avid, Final Cut and Soundtrack Pro. Upon completion students will have the tools needed to communicate and collaborate effectively with professional audio engineers and film composers. Topics include non-destructive EQ and compression in Avid/FCP, use of the audio palettes in both editing platforms and rou......
 

This module looks at FCP’s advanced editing techniques for working with audio, motion, filters and effects, all of which contribute to the student’s training as an experienced visual storyteller. Tips for working efficiently in the software are examined along with advanced editing skills like nesting sequences and clip management strategies. Using color keying features to remove backgrounds, ed......
 

This module builds upon the skill set acquired during the previous week. Attention is paid to features such as time remap, ripple/roll, compositing, motion, effects, filters, transitions and the media management tool. Students also gain an understanding of where and when to “make the edit�and learn more about different editorial styles such as cutting dialogue-driven scenes, promos and short f......
 

This module introduces students to essential lighting techniques while also developing their aesthetic sense. Time is devoted to learning about industry-standard lighting fixtures, basic grip equipment, the control and modification of light, and the importance of electrical safety. Working in small crews, students create and critique a variety of narrative and documentary-based lighting setups ......
 

This module introduces students to the HDV camcorder. Moving through the camera’s features, students acquire a basic understanding of the camera’s technology and begin to see how it may be used as a creative tool. In free shoots and critiques students develop their eye for composition, movement and color. The introduction of sound recording technology allows students to see how a basic news or ......
 

The Avid Postproduction Certificate offers training for those looking to improve and refine their postproduction skills. Through demonstration and hands-on practice, you will gain experience using four major industry-standard software programs: Avid Media Composer, Adobe Photoshop and After Effects, and Apple DVD Studio Pro. Guided by a curriculum that combines Avid’s renowned technical trainin......
 

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