Media Composer Fundamentals II (MC110) builds on foundational editing knowledge and prepares video editors to master intermediate effects creation within Avid Media Composer, the professional non-linear editing application used across film and television production. This course strengthens technical skills and organizational expertise necessary for assistant editor roles while developing proficiency with creative tools and editing techniques that produce broadcast-quality video.
You will learn to use dynamic trim techniques to refine actor performances in dramatic scenes and assemble news packages efficiently under deadline pressure. Through practical class projects and hands-on exercises, you will work with real-world material, including unscripted documentary content and scripted comedy scenes. Upon completion of this course and Media Composer Fundamentals I (MC101), you will be prepared to pursue the Avid Certified User credential in Media Composer.
Intended Audience:
This course is designed for professionals in these roles:
- Video Producers
- Professional Editors
- Assistant Editors
- Multimedia Producers
Course Objectives:
- Create custom project sizes, including formats larger than HD (2K, 4K, and beyond)
- Understand the technical requirements and implications of working with larger-than-HD projects
- Link to media files and copy, consolidate, or transcode media as needed
- Synchronize video and audio recorded from separate sources
- Organize project bins using industry-standard conventions and practices
- Assemble scenes efficiently using storyboard editing with Top, Tail, and Extend functionality
- Apply various search tools to locate specific clips within projects
- Create multiple sequence versions to track and compare the creative editing process
- Utilize Media Composer's advanced trim tools to dynamically adjust scene pacing and rhythm
- Adjust Clip Gain and employ Pan and Volume automation to create balanced audio mixes
- Create pan-and-zoom style camera movements over still images or video clips
- Apply effects to solve common image challenges, including stabilization, face and logo blur, and jump cut removal
- Create freeze-frames, slow-motion effects, and TimeWarp manipulations
- Use multi-layer effects for split-screens, superimposition, and composite video elements, including SpectraMatte chroma-key effects
- Optimize effect rendering for improved playback performance
- Develop animated titles using NewBlue Titler Pro
- Manage render files efficiently to maintain organized media drives
- Implement correct backup procedures for project files and associated media
- Utilize Avid's autosave feature to recover lost work
- Relink media files when necessary
- Troubleshoot and resolve common technical issues, such as Media Offline errors
- Configure settings to maximize efficiency and prevent complications
- Output finished programs according to broadcast delivery standards
- Prepare successfully for the associated certification examination
Prerequisites:
- Completion of Avid Media Composer Fundamentals I (MC101)
- Solid working knowledge of Windows or Macintosh operating systems
- Prior experience in video or post-production is strongly recommended
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
