Companion DVD includes all of the project files used in the book so that readers can get hands-on with the very first chapter!

Written by respected documentary producer Ramy Katrib and his DigitalFilm Tree post-production and training firm, which includes members of the original Final Cut Pro development team.

Covers all the advanced techniques professional editors are most interested in- using Mattes and filter effects, creating different film looks, working with video scopes, and more. Final Cut Pro is a serious tool for serious (usually professional) video editorsa majority of whom already know the softwares interface, are well-versed in editing basics, and are interested in just one thing- going as deep as possible with the softwares tools and features. This is the book for them. In Apple Pro Training Series- Advanced Finishing Techniques in Final Cut Pro, noted documentary producer Ramy Katrib (DigitalFilm Tree) provides step-by-step instruction in all of the tasks real filmmakers are most interested in- using Mattes and filter effects, creating different film looks, achieving complex transitions, working with video scopes, adjusting contrast, balancing color and luminance, changing an objects color, and working with titling effects such as animating text properties, placing type on a path, and more. Each chapter in this Apple-authorized guide represents a complete lessonwith a project to complete, a review section, and bonus exercises to reinforce the lessons. The accompanying DVD includes all of the lesson files needed to complete the books projects.