Hot Avid Editing How-Tos

How To: Use the Safe Color Limiter Effect in Avid

When creating video for broadcast or distribution it is important to make sure that the color values meet requirements. Learn how to use the Color Limiter Effect to insure that your color limits fall within the required range. Use the Safe Color Limiter Effect in Avid.

How To: Sort and sift through clips in Avid Media Composer 5

In this video lesson, you'll see how to sort and navigate clips within Media Composer 5. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Use A-side single roller trims in Media Composer 5

This clip presents instructions on how to do A-side single-roller trims within Avid Media Composer 5. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Add shots via the Splice tool in Avid Media Composer 5

In this software tutorial, you'll see how to add a shot to a sequence with the Splice tool in Avid Media Composer 5. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Set up & organize a project in Avid Media Composer 5

This clip presents a detailed overview on how to set up and organize projects within Media Composter 5. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Use the Effects palette in Avid Media Composer 5

This clip offers a guide on how to use the Avid 5 Effects palette. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using the Avid effects palette in your own projects, take a look.

How To: Create a multitrack sequence in Avid Media Composer 5

Learn how to create multitrack sequences within Avid Media Composer 5. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Get started editing video in Avid Media Composer 5

Need some help figuring out how to get started editing video in Media Composer 5? Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid yourself, take a look.

How To: Use the Auto-Titler within Avid Media Composer 5

Meet the Avid Media Composer 5 Auto-Titler tool! Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Use auto color correction in Avid Media Composer 5

Need a primer on how to set up automatic color correction within Avid Media Composer 5? Watch this helpful video guide. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Keyframe audio in Avid Media Composer 5

Need to know how to keyframe (or key frame) audio within Avid Media Composer 5? Never fear: this guide will show you precisely how it's done. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Trim with the Slip Mode in Avid Media Composer 5

This clip discusses how to perform trims with the Slip Mode in Avid Media Composer 5. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Import media into Avid Media Composer 5

Learn how to import audio, video and images into your Media Composer 5 projects. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started importing media into Media Composer 5 yourself, take a look.

How To: Get started using Avid Media Composer 5

Before you can work in Media Composer, you'll need to learn how to work with it. Whether you're new to Avid's popular non-linear editor (also known as "The Avid") or are a seasoned digital video professional just looking to better acquaint yourself with Media Composer 5, you're sure to enjoy this free software tutorial. For detailed instructions, and to get started using Avid yourself, take a look.

How To: Use the Panasonic HVX200 with Avid Media Composer

Download the P2 Step-by-Step Reference Guide. With Avid, editing footage captured with the Panasonic HVX200 camera is fast and easy. Avids system uses the same native file format as Panasonic P2 memory cards, so theres no need for any transcode, capture or file conversion process at all. You can edit directly and immediately from the P2 cards if you like or have Avid Media Composer create a rapid backup of your files. Nothing could be simpler or more immediate.

How To: Use Final Effects Complete 5 AVX transitions in Avid

Final Effects Complete 5 AVX brings Ball Action, Mr. Mercury, and 100+ other legendary visual effects to Avid editing and finishing systems as an AVX 2.0 plug-in set. Supporting both Windows and Macintosh (Universal Binary), the new FEC 5 AVX takes full advantage of AVX 2.0's power and performance. New features include support for 16 bit-color processing, AVX 2.0 real-time filters, native on-screen controls, multi-processor acceleration, a number of new wipe transition filters, and hundreds o...

How To: Create a transition and title in Boris BLUE 2

Boris Blue 2 is an Avid AVX plug-in and standalone 3D compositor for Windows XP. Based on the familiar Boris interface, Blue is designed for video editors and compositors who want to create stunning 3D looks without the learning curve and render times associated with 3D applications.

How To: Work with Red camera files in Avid

A tutorial on Red workflow in Avid - Avid's Bob Russo shows how to get the Red files into the Avid while preserving the metadata. Work with Red camera files in Avid.

How To: Edit audio in Avid Liquid 7

Producer/editor Paul Mitton of Creation Trek Productions demonstrates audio editing, mixing, effects and creating a soundtrack within Avid Liquid 7. Edit audio in Avid Liquid 7.

How To: Output your project to a DVD in Avid Liquid

Producer/editor Paul Mitton of Creation Trek Productions demonstrates how to output your project to a DVD in Avid Liquid, including creating menus and chapter points. Output your project to a DVD in Avid Liquid.

How To: Use the effects available in Avid Liquid

Producer/editor Paul Mitton of Creation Trek Productions demonstrates a number of visual effects techniques in Avid Liquid including color correction, animated text and keyframing. Scroll down and click the "watch this video" link. Use the effects available in Avid Liquid.

How To: Color correct in Avid Liquid

Many people don't really use the color correction editor in Avid Liquid, but that doesn't mean you can't. This tutorial explains some tips and techniques you can use. Scroll down and click the "watch video" link to get the tutorial started. Color correct in Avid Liquid.

How To: Capture and import video into Avid Liquid

Producer/editor Paul Mitton of Creation Trek Productions demonstrates how to capture video from a camcorder directly into Avid Liquid. Scroll down and click the "watch the video" link. Capture and import video into Avid Liquid.

How To: Edit in Avid Liquid

Paul Mitton of Creation Trek Productions demonstrates how to use different editing techniques in Avid Liquid. Scroll down and click the "watch the video" link. Edit in Avid Liquid.

How To: Use Avid Interplay Window

Learn how to use Avid Interplay Window to access remote assets with working in Avid editing applications. This tutorial covers finding and using remote assets, checking in media, and capturing. Use Avid Interplay Window.

How To: Use Avid Instinct

Learn how to use Avid Instinct to create interactive news stories by adding video clips and creating voice over narration. This tutorial covers adding video and audio as well as trimming and fine-tuning sequences and sending them for playback. Use Avid Instinct.

How To: Edit video using Avid XPress Pro HD

Learn how to edit video using Avid Xpress Pro HD. This tutorial covers every stage in the process of creating and editing a project including managing a project bin, capturing and importing video and other files, basic editing techniques (including effects and titles), and how to output your project to video or DVD. Edit video using Avid XPress Pro HD.

How To: Edit video using Avid Media Composer Adrenaline HD

Learn how to edit video with Avid Media Composer Adrenaline HD. This tutorial covers every stage in the process of creating and editing a project including managing a project bin, capturing and importing video and other files, basic editing techniques (including effects and titles), and how to output your project to video or DVD. Edit video using Avid Media Composer Adrenaline HD.

How To: Use Avid Xpress Studio

Learn how to use the variety of applications available in he Avid Xpress Studio and Xpress Studio HD suits to author, edit, and output professional quality video projects. Applications covered include Avid 3D, Avid FX, Avid PT LE, and Avid DVD. Use Avid Xpress Studio.

How To: Use Avid Studio Toolkit HD

Learn how to use Avid Studio Toolkit HD to composite video, create 3D titles and effects and author DVDs. Applications covered include Avid 3D, Avid FX, and Avid DVD. Use Avid Studio Toolkit HD.

How To: Create titles with the Avid Marquee Title Tool

Learn how to create basic titles with the Avid Marquee Title Tool as well as some advanced techniques including creating 3D effects, lighting, and animation. Create titles with the Avid Marquee Title Tool.

How To: Work with XDCAM media in Avid Xpress Pro

Learn how to work with XDCAM media in Avid Xpress Pro or other Avid video editing software. Learn how to connect a Sony XDCAM to you system, batch import media, and edit it. Work with XDCAM media in Avid Xpress Pro.

How To: Work with P2 media in Avid Xpress Pro

Learn how to work with Panasonic P2 media in Avid Xpress Pro or other Avid editing software. The tutorial covers connect a P2 camera to your system, uploading and batch processing media and editing it. Work with P2 media in Avid Xpress Pro.

How To: Use the SpectraMatte Key Effect in Avid

Learn how to use the SpectraMatte Key Effect in Avid Media Composer Adrenaline HD and Avid Symphony Nitris to adjust and fine-tune color keys and and eliminate shadows and color spill. This can also be used to create green screen effects. Use the SpectraMatte Key Effect in Avid.

How To: Do motion tracking with Avid Symphony Nitris

Learn how to use the motion tracking and stabilization features of Avid Symphony Nitris. This tutorial also covers two new features - offset tracking and SteadyGlide. Do motion tracking with Avid Symphony Nitris.

How To: Do secondary color correction in Avid Symphony Nitris

Secondary color correction is used to change a range of colors in a video without affecting other colors. Learn how to sue the secondary color correction feature in Avid Symphony Nitris. Do secondary color correction in Avid Symphony Nitris.

How To: Use Avid Interplay Assist

Learn how to use Avid Interplay Assist to log and mark clips and media in the Avid Interplay workgroup environment. This tutorial covers metadata and locators, adding restriction, key mapping, searching, creating a shotlist, playback , and archiving. Use Avid Interplay Assist.