Class Descriptions

The Final Cut Pro 7 Workshop will cover basic editing skills and Final Cut Pro 7 systems available at Denver Open Media. With a maximum of 2 students to every instructor and system, students will receive intimate hands-on training. Focus will be on learning the interface, basic tools, file management and editing tips. Basic computer literacy skills are a prerequisite. Upon completion of the class, students will be certified to use DOM's Final Cut Pro edit suites. Students who opt to become DOM members will be certified to reserve and use DOM's edit suites free of charge for a year. Included with your class is a free 4-hour editing session on DOM's systems for you to practice the editing skills you've learned in the workshop.

Have you been wanting to add some pizazz to your video projects?  Would you like to learn how to incorporate professional-looking title sequences and motion graphics into your work?  Well if so, we have the class for you!  This hands-on course will familiarize students with Motion 5, Apple's revolutionary software for motion graphics design.  Designed for individuals new to the world of motion graphics, this class will teach students how to manipulate 2-D elements, including text, in 3-D space.  Boost the quality of your video, wow your audiences and take your production skills to a whole new level...Simple tools to create surprisingly advanced results.  Basic computer literacy is a requirement of this course. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to create their own titles, graphics and transitions.

The Pre-Production Basics class takes students through the process of formatting a studio show, and how to create a pre-production checklist for location AND studio shoots. The class will also introduce students to DOM, DOM resources, and additional pre-production tools at their disposal. Students do not need production experience to attend the class. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to plan and organize their productions, and create their own pre-production checklists.

The Narrative Scriptwriting class walks students through the process of scriptwriting.  Students are taught basic story-telling and dramatic principles, writing a treatment, scene structure, different avenues and genres, and writing a script. The Narrative Scriptwriting class also introduces students to Celtx, a free program that can be used for scriptwriting, storyboarding, shotlists, and production budgets. Students are not required to have production or scriptwriting experience to take this class. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to create a narrative script for any video production, as well as use Celtx for scriptwriting on their own.

Intro to Google Docs class will cover the basics of using Google's free, web-based software and storage service. Google Docs is a comprehensive suite of applications for business or personal needs, including spreadsheets, word processing, presentations, forms, and even drawing. Woven into each application is the powerful search functionality that is Google; this lecture-based class details what makes Google Docs so useful, what applications are available, security concerns, and includes hands-on instruction using various Google Docs. We'll explore the different ways to take advantage of the best of what Google Docs has to offer! Students are required to have a gmail (Google Mail) account before registering for this class, but no experience using Google.docs is expected. Upon completion of this class, students will be able to create, edit, and share their own Google Docs, as well as learn useful short-cuts and formatting considerations.

 
DVD Studio Pro (DVDSP) is an easy-to-use tool for creating your DVD projects. You can use this program to produce and author professional quality DVDs with interactive menus, submenus, slideshows, and clip collages.  DVDSP is a great way to transform any movie or slideshow project into a legitimate and easily distributable DVD.  DVDs created with DVD Studio Pro differ from data DVDs in that they can be played in a DVD player.  Basic computer literacy is required for this course; it is recommend that students have their own video project (in Quicktime) ready for exporting. Upon completion of this course, students will be able create and finalize your own DVD at a professional level.
 

This class is designed to guide students through a critical studies approach to independent media. Through a combination of lecture, discussion and screenings, we will examine the history, cultural impacts and industries, of both American independent film and television. Independent and commercial media history are discussed, with the main focus on the areas of documentary and public access television. There are no requirements for students to take this class. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to analyze film and television productions, and understand the history of the independent industry and its cultural impact.

In this class, students are introduced to shooting video with DSLR Cameras.  Students will learn the basics of shooting video, capturing audio, designing shots with editing in mind, specific camera settings and features, lighting consideration, and advantages to shooting video with a DSLR.  This course will be a mix of lecture and hands-on instruction regarding practical operation and creative possibilities of shooting video with a DSLR Camera.  Students are required to bring their own DSLR, a tripod or monopod, and any additional lenses they may have.  Please also charge your DSLR Camera and bring a memory card to class. Students do not need any production or video-shooting experience to take this class. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to shoot their own videos, and maximize creative and professional capabilities using a DSLR Camera.

Making Music with GarageBand introduces students to the world of making music and podcasts.  The software is very accessible, and students can quickly be recording and enhancing audio tracks, edit and playback tracks, and even offers music lessons through the lesson store.  GarageBand comes free with most Apple computers, and can be cheaply downloaded on PC's.  Students are required to have basic computer literacy in order to take this class. Upon completion of this course, students will be able to create audio for your film or videos, edit existing audio tracks, or record podcasts.

Final Cut Pro X is here! This workshop will cover basic editing skills and get students familiar with the newest version of Final Cut. Low student to teacher ratios will ensure that students receive the support they need to acquire solid editing skills. The focus will be on learning the interface, basic tools, file management and editing tips. Basic computer literacy skills are a prerequisite. Rebuilt from the ground up to meet the needs of today's creative editors, Final Cut Pro X features a new, dynamic editing interface with increased speed and efficiency. Upon completion of this course, students will have a thorough introduction to this newest version as well as hands-on experience with basic editing best practices.

Are your video projects just missing something? Are you looking to create and add lower thirds, animated logos or dynamic introductions or credits to you masterpiece? Adobe After Effects is the industry leading solution for creating sophisticated motion graphics and effects by blurring the line between 2-D and 3-D interfaces. This introductory class is designed for students new to the program with an interest in learning the basics of the interface and capabilities of the program in just a few short hours by creating something you can take with you and add to any project! Basic mac computer literacy is a requirement and some photoshop experience recommended.

In this class we will be animating a logo and some assets will be provided. However, please feel free to bring in you own logo, separated into layers, and any other background images or textures to animate.

Want to make your video stand out ? Looking to design your own logo? This introduction to Adobe Photoshop is exactly what you’re looking for. In three hours we will teach you the basics needed to create your own lower third or logo for your video production. Come join us and learn a little of the worlds most popular graphic design program.