Final Cut Pro X v10.1.x: Narrative Scene Editing

Shows filmmakers and film editors how to present their vision dynamically with Final Cut Pro X 10.1.x.

Introduction

• Welcome
• Using the exercise files
• What you need to know about this course
• Reviewing the rough cut: Long version
• Reviewing the rough cut: Short version

1. Preparing for the Edit

• Preparing the interface
• Setting preferences for narrative editing
• Getting perspective by reviewing the rough cut

2. Understanding the Workflow of Cutting a Narrative Film

• Preparing and importing your media
• Evaluating shots and performances
• Adding assets
• Understanding editing conventions

3. Editing a Dialogue Scene

• Planning an editing strategy
• Editing dialogue: Building the basic assembly
• Refining the assembly by adjusting timing
• Adding reaction shots
• Using alternative takes
• Using split edits
• Simplifying your timeline
• Grouping clips together
• Reviewing the first cut

4. Editing a Montage

• Understanding the purpose of a montage
• Selecting and organizing clips
• Laying down and organizing the base
• Montage editing techniques
• Reviewing the first cut

5. Editing a Multicamera Shoot

• Creating a multicam clip
• Cutting multicam
• Using cutaways
• Polishing
• Reviewing the first cut

6. Using Audio to Enhance a Scene

• Preparing to fix audio
• Replacing location audio
• Replacing and repairing the dialogue track
• Building a soundscape
• Reviewing the first cut

7. Finishing Techniques

• Transitioning between scenes
• Using effects to create a flashback
• Using color to enhance a scene
• Cutting down the rough cut
• Understanding finishing steps
• Looking at your visual arc

Conclusion

• Next steps