The only Apple-certified guide to Final Cut Express 4, this book delivers the techniques you need to make movie magic with DV, HDV, or AVCHD footage. Each chapter presents a complete lesson in an aspect of video editing and finishing, with hands-on projects to complete as you go. All the files you need are on the included DVD-ROM. You'll learn how to make effective edits and adjust them precisely; create polished transitions and sophisticated composites; add audio tracks, titles, and speed and motion effects; then color-correct and finish your video for export to DVD or the Web. Whether you're a student, a devoted amateur who's serious about digital video, or a professional who needs a comprehensive editing program, you'll find everything you need to learn Final Cut Express 4 within the pages of this book. DVD-ROM includes lesson and media files for over 20 hours of training.

• Getting Started
• Covering the Basics
• Editing Video
• Working with a Project
• Working in the Timeline
• Working in the Viewer
• Making Edits
• Editing to the Timeline
• Other Editing Options
• Trimming an Edit Point
• Fine-Tuning Edit Points
• Customizing Your Project
• Capturing Digital Video
• Working with Audio
• Applying Audio and Video Transitions
• Adding Titles and Other Items
• Finishing Your Project
• Index