Movie-Making Workshop for Beginners
Join filmmaker and photographer Mike Byrne for a fabulous movie-making experience. This workshop is aimed at beginner and novice movie-makers and is suitable for those using DSLR cameras, camcorders or for those using point-and-shoot cameras with video capabilities. Each participant will learn all the steps necessary to produce polished and entertaining videos.
Key elements of the workshop:
* Shooting video with DSLRs and camcorders
* Capturing and cataloging your video clips on your computer
* Editing video
* Adding titles
* Transitions
* Special Effects
* Outputting video for mobile devices, YouTube and HD
The workshop will begin by looking at the keys for shooting useful video clips including: camera settings, use of tripods, pros and cons of handheld shooting, and video file formats. We will then look at several tools for working with video on a computer, including tools for converting video file formats, programs that will capture and log video clips, and video-editing programs.
Participants will then assemble their own video using Final Cut video-editing software. Video editing instruction will include: working with a timeline, editing clips, adding transitions, titles and special effects; plus adding music and sound effects.
Finally, each participant will output their video and show it off to the class. Participants will be able to upload their video to sites like Facebook and YouTube.
2011 Dates: January 15, June 4
This workshop is limited to a maximum of 6 participants so everyone will receive substantial personal attention.
Cost: $150