Understanding the editor's job of combining pictures, words, and music into a cohesive and engaging film is essential for all filmmakers. Apple's Final Cut Pro is quickly becoming the preferred software choice for professional editors. This hands-on course introduces students to the primary feature set and basic interface of Final Cut Pro. Students learn to perform basic editing functions while being familiarized with the user interface. Topics include basic setup, adjusting and customizing preferences and settings, capturing video and audio, editing and trimming techniques, audio editing, titles, finishing, and final output. This class is designed for anyone looking to edit professional quality video using Final Cut Pro and for those who prefer hands-on and interactive instruction. Understanding of the Macintosh operating system and basic computer navigation is desired. This is an Apple Authorized Training Course.