Filmbase is an Apple Authorized Training Center and as such falls under Apple's strict standards in all areas, including facilities, instructor certification, courseware certification, and Course Cancellation Policy. The goal of Filmbase is to offer Apple customers, from beginners to the most seasoned professionals, the highest-quality training experience.
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Courses can be booked by contacting Filmbase reception (+353 (0)1 679 6716) and putting down a €200 deposit on the course.
Please read our payment and cancellation policies below before booking on a course.
This three-day or eight-evenings course teaches students to perform basic editing functions while becoming familiar with the user interface. Start with basic video editing techniques and work all the way through Final Cut Pro's powerful advanced features. Student's work with dramatic real-world media to learn the practical techniques used daily in editing projects.
* Apple Pro Certification Level One Exam included.
This three-day, hands-on course teaches hard-to-find advanced editing and finishing techniques. Learn how to create fantastic effects using filters creatively, color correct like a pro, and create complex audio mixes. This course also covers advanced workflows for managing media, including using Compressor.
* Apple Pro Certification Level 2 Exam included.
Final Cut Pro X Essentials
2 Days
This 2 day, hands-on workshop will give participants an overview of Final Cut Pro’s new interface and features. Find out how media is stored, how clips are organized with Keyword Ranges and Smart Collections and how the “new editing paradigm” is based on Primary Storylines and Clip Connections.
Other new features such as the Magnetic Timeline, Compound Clips and the Inline Precision Editor will be introduced along with applying transitions and exporting projects for immediate uploading to Vimeo or YouTube.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is ideal for those with little or no previous editing experience & as a prelude to FCP101, our Level One Apple Authorised Training for Final Cut Pro X.
Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending:
- Knowledge of OS X and basic computer navigation
- Knowledge of editing terminology is desirable but not essential
Cost: €280 members / €310 non-members
Dates:
TBC
Times: 10.30am - 5.00pm Saturday / 11.00am - 5.30pm Sunday
Book: Call Filmbase Reception on 01 679 6716 and dial 0, or email reception@filmbase.ie
More info: Email Training Support Office Richie O'Keeffe at trainingsupport@filmbase.ie
Motion 101: Introduction to Motion 5
3 Days
Create brilliant titles, transitions, effects, and more with Motion 5, the motion graphics companion to Final Cut Pro X. This three-day, hands-on course starts with motion graphics fundamentals and moves into compositing, animation, and the world of 3D. Explore new intelligent templates to quickly and flexibly create high-quality effects, titles, transitions, and generators as well as create rigs to adjust related parameters with a single control.
* Apple Pro Certification Level One Exam included.
What You Will Learn
- Creating Smart Motion Templates and publishing them to Final Cut Pro X
- Creating parameter rigs to quickly adjust related parameters with a single control
- Understanding behavior-based animation
- Using keyframes to create animation
- Creating content with Generators, shapes and paint strokes
- Stabilizing and tracking media
- Animating cameras and using advanced 3D features
Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending:
- Knowledge of OS X and basic computer navigation
- Basic knowledge of editing and motion graphics terminology is highly recommended
Click here for a detailed course description in a PDF format
Cost: €510 members / €550 non-members
Dates:
17th-19th April
Times: 10am - 5.30pm
Book: Call Filmbase Reception on 01 679 6716 and dial 0, or email reception@filmbase.ie
More info: Email Training Support Office Richie O'Keeffe at trainingsupport@filmbase.ie
Logic 101: Introduction to Logic Pro 9
3 Days
This three-day hands-on course introduces students to Logic Pro's primary features and basic user interface. Students learn how to generate a customized audio and MIDI configuration that will seamlessly integrate with their own personal production studio. Students also create their own song using Logic Pro's comprehensive array of software instruments, Apple Loops and DSP effects. In-depth lessons cover MIDI and audio recording, streamlined editing and arrangement techniques, user defined key commands, automation, scoring to picture and surround mixing. A troubleshooting section helps students to set up and optimize a Logic system effectively.
* Apple Pro Certification Level One Exam included.
Who Should Attend
This class is designed for those who want to learn music production and composition using Logic Pro and who prefers hands-on and interactive instruction to best explore its functionality.
What You Will Learn
- Understanding Workflow Techniques
- Recording and Editing Audio and MIDI
- Using Software Instruments
- Working with Audio Effects
- Mixing and Automation
- Manipulating Pitch and Time
Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending:
- Knowledge of OS X and basic computer navigation
- Basic knowledge of audio terminology is highly recommended
Click here for a detailed course description in a PDF format
Cost: €510 members / €550 non-members
Dates: TBC
Times: 10am - 5.30pm
Book: Call Filmbase Reception on 01 679 6716 and dial 0, or email reception@filmbase.ie
More info: Email Training Support Office Richie O'Keeffe at trainingsupport@filmbase.ie
Course Cancellation Policy
If notice is received at least (i) 14 days in advance of the class, the Customer is entitled to a full refund, (ii) 7 days of the class, the customer is entitled to a full class credit which must be used within 3 months of the date of the original class to another class offered by Filmbase. Customer is not entitled to a refund or class credit if less than 7 day advance notice is given. Failure to provide notice at least 14 days in advance of the class obligates the Customer to pay the full price of the class.
Filmbase reserves the right to amend or cancel the date, time and location of a Training class including replacing the personnel who may be scheduled to deliver the Training. In the event a Training class is cancelled, the customer is entitled to a full refund. Filmbase shall not be responsible for any other loss incurred by Customer as a result of a cancellation or amendment.
Payment Terms
VISA, MasterCard, Laser, company or personal check, cash (all in Euros) are all acceptable terms of payment.
Disclaimer of Apple Responsibility
Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the selection, performance, or use of the products or services. All understandings, agreements, or warranties, if any, take place directly between the vendors and prospective user.