Advanced digital editing using FinalCut

Advance your skills in editing and improve your understanding of narrative construction. Identify and find some solutions to common problems both technical and with sequencing. Work with and analyse your own footage to create a better film. Suitable for those who have completed a prior class in FinalCut and/or Premiere and who want to work on their own project.

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Key course information

Dates
19/04/10 - 19/07/10

Day(s)
Mon

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £250
Senior fee: £250
Concession: £136

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VG259

Availability
Available
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Call enrolments: 020 7831 7831

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visualarts@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2700

Course outline

What is the course about?

Every student has a different project, yet we can learn from all of them, as there are many commonly encountered problems. In this class we will focus on finding the best solution to your individual problem, and learn about editing techniques in the process. We use the group-setting to gain and give feed-back and to learn to present and look at work.

What topics will we cover?

We will look at different aspects of editing mainly in response to material brought by fellow students. We will also exercise some editing techniques in class. Depending on need we may use AfterEffects or Photoshop for certain functions.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

1. Digitize your material into Final Cut
2. Output your final movie to tape/disc
3. Identify different aspects of a work in progress that needs changing
4. Find some ways to change/improve (not perfect) your own project.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is an advanced course and it is necessary to have completed at least a beginners level editing class. You will work on your own material, mainly outside of class.

You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.

Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Each week one or two people will present their work. We will look at their particular problem to find useful tips for them and identify what is useful for your own project Sometimes there will be short exercises. The bulk of sessions will concentrate on each individual’s work, which we will look at and discuss in forum sessions. Some individual tutorial time is included. Handbooks, manuals and worksheets are available.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

You may want to purchase removable storage to collect and keep your data safe, though you will have your own account in class where you can accumulate your work from week to week.
You might also want to consider purchasing other books related to the subject of film making and editing. We will also provide you with a range of handouts free of charge and you can make use of books in the library.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. The tutor will give you regular feedback generally and on a more individual basis. You will also have peer-reviews and be part of an overall culture of sharing feedback. A written report can be obtained on request.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; study support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 189 of the 09-10 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Sadly we offer no further video-editing courses after this level, but you could try a specialised AfterEffects, Sound-editing or Photoshop class, or go and join one of the theoretical film classes.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice
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Non-term time:
Tue 17:30 - 18:30 & Wed 12:30 - 13:30

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Visual arts

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Drop-in advice
Term-time: please call for advice

Non-term time:
Tue 17:30 - 18:30 & Wed 12:30 - 13:30

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