Course Description This course covers basic Pro Tools principles. It provides everything you need to complete a Pro Tools project-from initial set up to final mixdown. The course focuses on Pro Tools software and covers a multitude of new functions and feature enhancements. Whether your project involves recording live instruments, MIDI sequencing of software synthesizers, or audio editing or region looping, this course will give you the basic skills to succeed. Who Should Attend? This course is designed for the audio enthusiast with little to no Pro Tools experience. Course Objectives At the end of this course, you will be able to: Create your first session Make your first audio recording Import media into your session Make your first MIDI recording Select and navigate Apply basic and mixed editing techniques Finish your work Prerequisites Practical working knowledge of Mac OS X Basic understanding of recording techniques, processes, and equipment. Course Outline: Note: The curricula below comprise activities typically covered in a class at this skill level. The instructor may, at his/her discretion, adjust the lesson plan to meet the needs of the class. Lesson 1: Getting to Know Pro Tools What is Pro Tools? The Story of Pro Tools Basics of Digital Audio Pro Tools System Configuration Complete Production Toolkit Cross-Platform Issues Lesson 2: Getting Inside Pro Tools Target Systems Pro Tools File Structure Starting Pro Tools The Pro Tools Software Interface Edit Tool Functions Edit Mode Features Time Scales and Rulers MIDI Control Features Lesson 3: Creating Your First Session Creating and Configuring a Pro Tools Session The Playback Cursor and the Edit Cursor Saving, Locating, and Opening Existing Sessions Lesson 4: Making Your First Audio Recording Before Recording Preparing to Record Recording and Managing Audio Organizing after Recording Lesson 5: Importing and Working with Media in a Session Considerations Prior to Import Importing Audio Importing Video Adding Insert Processors Lesson 6: Making Your First MIDI Recording MIDI Basics MIDI in Pro Tools Preparing to Record MIDI Using Visual Instruments Setting the Session Meter, Tempo, and Key Signature Recording MIDI Viewing MIDI Data on MIDI-Compatible Tracks Lesson 7: Selecting and Navigating Using the Universe View Types of Selection Working with Selections Adjusting the Session View Adding Markers to Your Session Lesson 8: Basic Editing Techniques Selecting Playback Options Using the Edit Modes Editing Clips Moving and Trimming Clips Creating Fade Effects Undoing Your Work Lesson 9: Basic Mixing Techniques Basic Mixer Terminology The Pro Tools Mix Window Basic Automation Real-Time Plug-Ins Lesson 10: Finishing Your Work Backing Up Your Session Creating a Stereo Mixdown Burning Songs to CD from iTunes Price: $1,095.00 Duration: 2 days Time: 10am - 6pm Contact: Cari Jones, Corporate Account Manager Email: CariJ@fmctraining.com Phone: 407-354-4866 FUTURE MEDIA CONCEPTS, INC., the nation's premier digital media training center, provides manufacturer-authorized training in all areas of digital media including digital video and film editing, web design and development, sound design, DVD authoring, 3D animation, motion graphics, desktop publishing, architectural and mechanical design and Mac IT. FMC is an authorized training provider for Adobe, Apple, Autodesk, Avid, Boris FX, Digidesign, NewTek and Softimage. Founded in 1994, FMC has training centers located in New York, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Orlando, Chicago and Dubai. www.fmctraining.com