Sound 101: Introduction to Sound Editing in Final Cut Pro

This Apple Soundtrack Pro two-day training course guides you through editing audio files, repair field recordings, perform multitrack arranging and mixing, synchronize audio and video, analyze and fix common audio problems, and perform other creative sound design techniques. This training course enables delegates to learn quickly by focusing on practical, professional techniques used to add professional music and sound effects to video and multimedia projects. This class room based training course is a great way to expand skills if you have already attending a Final Cut Pro training course or similar class.


Pre Requisites:

  • Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course: Basic knowledge of the Macintosh OS, Basic knowledge of audio terminology is recommended

What you will learn:

Creating, arranging and editing a multi-track sequence, Sound design and ambiance creation, Using the waveform editor to enhance dialog and voice over, Using single and multi-take recordings, editing audio files, repairing field recordings, and fixing common audio problems, Working with reverb, compression, EQ and track bussing, Understanding integration with other Final Cut Studio applications


Certification:

By passing the Sound Editing Level One exam your achieve Apple Certified Pro – Sound Editing Level One certification. This certification also counts towards Final Cut Studio Master Pro certification.

Sound 101: Introduction to Sound Editing in Final Cut Pro

Sound Editing Basics Understanding the Sound Editing Process, Cleaning Dialogue, Integrating Sound Effects and Adding Music

Sound Mixing Basics Offline Mixing, Online Mixing, Mixing in Soundtrack Pro, Sending to a STP Multitrack Project, Performing Basic Mixing Tasks, Adjusting and Automating Levels, Conforming and Returning to Final Cut Pro

Getting to Know Soundtrack Pro Using the Frequency Spectrum View, Controlling the Spectrum, and Working with Frequency

Recording in Soundtrack Pro Understanding Panes, Tabs and Window Layouts, Setting Project Properties, Controlling Playback, Navigating the Timeline and Exploring the Track Header

Fixing Audio Files Sending to an STP Audio File Project, Exploring the File Editor Project View, Navigating the Waveform Display, Redrawing Waveforms, Analyzing an Audio File, Working with Actions, Noise Reduction, Returning to Final Cut Pro and Saving an Action as an AppleScript

Recording Dialogue Opening a Multitrack Project, Working with Tracks, Setting Up for Recording, Recording a Single Take, Collecting the Project and Using Punch Recording

Editing Dialogue Using the Editing Tools, Arranging Clips, Basic Mixing, Using the Noise Reduction Process and Adding with Ambient Noise

Multitake Editing (ADR) Using the Multitake Editor, Adding a Guide Track, Organizing the Takes, Slipping Takes, Creating a Composite Take and Smoothing Transitions

Spotting Sound Effects Setting Up for Spotting, Exploring the Bin and the Browser, Using the the Multipoint Video HUD, Three-Point Edits, Using Fades and Using Envelopes to Create Fades

Scoring Using Loops Exploring the Mixer, Using Submixes, Adding DSP Effects to Mixer Tracks, Automating the Mix, Using Busses, Using the Master Channel and Surround Sound Mixing

Mixing Multitrack Projects Students take an end user exam to earn Apple Certified Pro, Level One in Sound Editing status