Introduction

Welcome to Media Composer 6: Professional Picture and Sound Editing and the Avid Learning Series. Whether you are interested in self-study or would like to pursue formal certification through an Avid Learning Partner, this book is a key step toward developing your core skills and introduces you to the power of Media Composer 6 advanced techniques. In addition, Media Composer 6: Professional Picture and Sound Editing is the first course of study for those pursuing Media Composer Professional certification.

The material in this book covers the advanced techniques for picture and sound editing, with particular attention to managing media and understanding Media Composer at an in-depth level. Whether your work involves editing corporate industrials, television programming, Web programming, or independent films, Media Composer 6: Professional Picture and Sound Editing will teach you what you need to know to take your career in Avid storytelling to a higher level.