Beyond Print
Preparing to Enter the Motion-based World
Take your designs to the next level by entering the motion-based world. This tutorial series will demonstrate a broad use of applications — from Photoshop and Final Cut Pro to Motion and Soundtrack Pro — and give you the tips, techniques, and step-by-step instructions you need to create engaging video and motion graphics projects.
You will learn how to use your existing graphical elements to design animated sequences, build video projects in Final Cut Pro, create interactive DVDs, and deliver your projects on the web as a podcast. Adding video and motion graphics to your arsenal will help you integrate your designs into every aspect of your clients’ campaigns while giving you a competitive edge.
This tutorial consists of a series of chapters starting with Preparing to Enter the Motion-Based World. This chapter includes:
- Equipment and Setup
- Pre-Production and Preparing Your Files
- Preparing to Tell Your Story with Storyboards
Future chapters will cover:
- Bringing Your Vision to Life: An Introduction to Final Cut Pro
- Breaking the Sound Barrier: Basic Sound Design with SoundTrack Pro
- Making Your Design Move: Animation and Effects with Motion
- The Ultimate Presentation: Delivering Your Project as a DVD with DVD Studio Pro
- Beyond Broadcast: Designing for Podcasts
Check back often, as new chapters will be added regularly. Subscribe to the RSS feed and get notified when a new chapter is added.
