No wonder Apple s Final Cut Pro is such a hit with desktop filmmakers: It combines powerful, professional video-editing and special-effects software with an affordable price tag. Now that you have the software, you need to learn to use it like a pro. Film editors, production professionals, and students alike will find EDITING TECHNIQUES WITH FINAL CUT PRO an invaluable resource, thanks to its practical and efficient cinematic strategies for working with Final Cut Pro and other tools. Author Michael Wohl is a professional film editor and was one of the original designers of Final Cut Pro. In EDITING TECHNIQUES WITH FINAL CUT PRO, he takes a unique approach, blending hands-on production tips with professional strategy and artistic techniques. From guidelines on editing to suggestions for improving work flow, EDITING TECHNIQUES WITH FINAL CUT PRO ventures beyond the basics and teaches you how to edit like a pro.