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Introduction to Avid Media Composer

Introduction to Avid Media Composer
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An introduction to Avid Media Composer, an industry-standard non-linear film/video editing application that is affordable, has easy-to-use video editing tools, streamlined HD, file-based, and stereo 3-D workflows.

Duration
As few as 12 weeks
Units
4.0
Current Formats
In Person
Cost
Starting at $835.00

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What you will learn.

Learn to cut scenes from sample footage and gain an understanding of editorial processes and workflow
Understand the interface and basic editing techniques of Avid Media Composer
Delve into intricate editorial choices such as trimming, fine-tuning, adjusting audio and more
Master how to handle multicamera editing, adding transitions, adding titles, and outputting

About This Course

This course provides an introduction to Avid Media Composer, an industry-standard non-linear film/video editing application. This long-standing editing software is affordable; has easy-to-use video editing tools; and streamlined HD, file-based and stereo 3D workflows. You learn to cut scenes from sample footage and gain an understanding of editorial processes and workflow. Instruction leads you through the interface and basic editing techniques before moving on to trimming, fine-tuning the edit, adjusting audio, handling multi-camera editing, adding transitions, adding titles and outputting your finished project.
Prerequisites
Background in editing, production or post-production is strongly suggested. You must have access to a Mac laptop with a minimum of 20 GB of free space, a power adapter, and Avid Media Composer 7 or 8 (installed and fully updated) and headphones.

Fall 2026 Schedule

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Format
 
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
REG#
410068
Fee:
$835.00
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UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Early enrollment advised. Internet access required. 

Deadline
Refunds only available from July 27, 2026 to October 04, 2026
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
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Date
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Location
Lecture
Wed Sep 23, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Sep 30, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Oct 7, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Oct 14, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Oct 21, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Oct 28, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Nov 4, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Nov 11, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Nov 18, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Nov 25, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Dec 2, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center
Lecture
Wed Dec 9, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center

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