Tarakeeb Training courses are a good blended package of methodologies to give you the required knowledge and skills. Our courses are always based on a certified or renowned reference book or other training resources. This gives our courses a good build and structure. Some of these courses are officially certified by the vendor and others are only designed by Tarakeeb according to the most renowned resources available.

Our course is the main training unit where it focuses on one topic or one tool, and never a collection of some topics. We believe that a tool or a topic is worth having full attention and enough practice time throughout the course duration.

 

Official course: FCP 200
Title: A Comprehensive Study of Final Cut Pro 7
Qualifies for Final Cut Pro 7 Level 1 Exam

Course Description
This 5-day, hands-on course teaches students to perform
basic editing functions while becoming familiar with the
Final Cut Pro user interface.
Start with basic video editing techniques and
work all the way through Final Cut Pros powerful
advanced features. Learn to mark and edit clips, mix
sound, add titles, create transitions, apply filters, and
more. Topics include basic setup, customizing preferences
and settings, capturing video and audio, various editing
and trimming techniques, Ripple, Roll, Slip, and Slide tools,
audio editing and audio creation, finishing and final output.

Course Outlines

I - Getting Started́
Apple Video Solutions
Apple Taining & Certification

II - Creating a Rough Cut
Screening & Marking in FCP Interface
Editing Clips to the Timeline
Finishing the Rough Cut

III - Refining the Rough Cut
Trimming to Refine Clip Duration
Trimming & Adjusting Two Edit Points
Refining the Editing Process

IV - Supporting the Process
Supporting the Editing Process
Capturing Footage

V - Completing the Cut
Applying Transitions
Mixing Audio Tracks
Creating Titles

VI - Adding Effects & Finishing
Changing Motion Properties
Applying Filters
Finishing & Outputting

For More Details:
Kindly Visit:
http://training.apple.com/creative/fcp200

FCP 300: Advanced Techniques in Final Cut Pro
Qualifies for Final Cut Pro 7 Level 2 Exam


Course Description
This 3-day, hands-on course teaches students hard-tofind
advanced editing and finishing techniques. Learn how
to create polished transitions, fix screen direction errors,
edit multi-camera projects, work with nested sequences,
create fantastic effects use filters creatively and composite
like a pro. This course also covers advanced workflows for
managing media and working with film.
Course Outlines

I - Advanced Editing
Overview of Editing Basics
Advanced Editing Techniques
Trimming Basics
Advanced Trimming
Audio Editing
Multicam Editing

II - Visual Effects
Compositing in Final Cut Pro
Mastering Video Filters
Nesting Sequences

III - Project Management & Output
Preparing for Finishing
Troubleshooting Tips
Outputting

For More Details:
Kindly Visit:
http://training.apple.com/creative/fcp300

Motion 101: An Introduction to Motion 4
Qualifies for the Motion 4 Level 1 Exam


Course Description
This 3-day*, hands-on course will familiarize students
with Motion, Apples revolutionary software for motion
graphics design. This comprehensive course covers
working with Motions Real-Time Design engine and
interface, behavior-based animation, parameter behaviors,
blend modes, advanced particle system design, advanced
title animation, working with templates, chroma key
techniques, masking methods, advanced 3D features,
working with audio, keyframing, and integration.

Course Outlines

I - Fundamentals
Getting Around in Motion
Building a Composite
Working with Templates
Using Motion with Final Cut Pro
Sharing Your Project

II - Animation
Creating Animation with Behaviours
Animating with Keyframes

III - Motion Graphics Design
Creating Content with Generators, Shapes, &
Paint Strokes
Creating Text Effects
Working with Particle Emmiters and Replicators
Using Audio

IV - Visual Effects Design
Speed Changes & Optical Flow
Stabilizing & Tracking
Keying

IV - An Introduction to 3D
Building a 3D Scene
Animating Cameras and Using Advanced 3D
Features

For More Details:
Kindly Visit:
http://training.apple.com/creative/motion101

Color 101: Introduction to Color Correction in FCS
Qualifies for the Color Correction Level 1 Exam


Course Description
This 2-day* hands-on course will familiarize students with
the color correcting capabilities of Final Cut Studio. Start
with the basics of color balancing and correction,
and move on to the fine points of secondary
grading, including scene matching, using vignettes
to isolate and track regions, creating advanced color
effects and “looks,” skin tone adjustments, adjusting the
composition and framing of a shot, and much more.

Course Outlines
I - Getting Started
Color Fundamentals & Terminology

II - Color Grading in Final Cut Pro
Color Correcting Basics:
Controlling Contrast in Final Cut Pro
Controlling Color
Scene Continuity

III - Introduction to Color
Introduction to Color
Primary Grading

IV - Secondary Color Grading & Effects
Basic Secondary Grading
Advanced Secondary Grading
Color Effects

V - Advanced Techniques & Finishing
Grade Management
Key-framing Effects
Recomposing & Tracking
Rendering & Output

*In Tarakeeb we do it in 3 days duration
For More Details:
Kindly Visit:
http://training.apple.com/creative/color101

Sound 101: An Introduction to Sound Editing in FCS
Qualifies for the Sound Editing Level 1 Exam
Course Description
This 2-day class guides you through editing audio files,
repair field recordings, perform multitrack arranging
and mixing, synchronize audio and video, analyze and
fix common audio problems, and perform other creative
sound design techniques. This course focuses on
practical, professional techniques used to add
professional music and sound effects to video and
multimedia projects.


Course Outlines

I - Getting Started
Digital Audio Fundamentals & Terminology

II - Sound Editing & Mixing Basics
Sound Editing Basics
Sound Mixing

III - Getting Soundtrack Pro to Work
Getting to Know Soundtrack Pro
Fixing Audio Files
Editing in Frequency Spectrum View

IV - Working with Dialogue
Recording in Soundtrack Pro
Editing Dialogue
Automated Dialogue Replacement Using the
Multitake Editor

IV - Adding Special Touches to Your Track
Spotting Sound Effects
Scoring Using Loops

V - Mixing & Conforming Multitrack Projects
Advanced Mixing Techniques
Conforming Multitrack Projects

For More Details:
Kindly Visit:
http://training.apple.com/creative/sound101

DVDSP 101: An Introduction to DVD Studio Pro 4
Qualifies for the DVD Studio Pro 4 Level 1 Exam

Course Description
This 3-days, hands-on course delves into the world
of DVD authoring with DVD Studio Pro 4. In this
comprehensive course, students will learn everything
they need to create a professional DVD title.
This course guides students through every aspect of
DVD authoring, from initial storyboarding to burning
and replication.
Using compelling media and a real-world production
workflow, students will learn how to create amazing MPEG
2 video with Compressor as well as create eye-popping
motion menus directly in DVD Studio Pro 4. Students will
also ‘author’ a DVD by creating buttons, interactive links,
slideshows, playlists and even adding alternate audio
stream and camera angles.


Course Outlines

I - Basic DVD Authoring
Preparing your First DVD Project
Exploring the Full Interface
Setting Up a Simple DVD
Creating Menus with DVD Studio Pro
Creating a Chapter Index Menu
Creating a Slide Show
Adding Subtitles
Finishing Your DVD

II - Advanced Authoring & Design
Encoding with Compressor
Designing Advanced Menus
Markers, Stories and Connections
Scripting
Creating Transitions
Using Alternate Angles

III - Working with HD
Converting SD to HD


For More Details:
Kindly Visit:
http://training.apple.com/creative/dvdsp101

Course Description
This 5-days, hands-on course teaches you fundamental
motion graphics design techniques from the ground up. It
guides you in how to gather video, audio, and graphical
source materials into layered compositions, make edits
and adjustments, then bring it all to life with a powerful
array of visual effects and animation techniques. These
skills are demonstrated in a series of increasingly intricate
projects. It also demonstrates workflows for keying
and compositing, and delves in integration with other
applications.


Course Outlines

What is After Effects
Creating a Simple Project
Project & Importing Essentials
Using Compositions & Layers
Creating Animation
Understanding & Editing Video
The Power of Effects
Color Correcting Footage
Creating & Animating Text
Creating Animated Digital Paint
Creating Animated Digital Drawings
Motion Paths
Intermediate Animation
Concealing with Masks & Keying
Compositing 101
Stabilizing & Tracking Motion
Working in 3D
Using Audio
Linking Audio Volume to Animation Properties
Precomposing and Nesting Compositions
Integrating with other Adobe Applications
Exporting to Video & Media
Bringing it All Together


For More Details:
Kindly contact us at Tarakeeb

Course Description
This 5-days, hands-on course explores advanced
techniques for working with motion graphic elements,
animation, color correction, and more. It provides tips for
working more efficiently, and then moves on to advanced
effects, detailed masking techniques, and real-world
expressions. Integrating Photoshop into the After Effects
workflow is also highlighted.


Course Outlines

Tips & Tricks for Increasing Efficiency
Color Correction
Color Correction in Camera Raw
Blending Layers & Compositing
Advanced Effects
Making Particles
Creating Common Motion Graphics Elements
Advanced Animation
The Principles of Animation
Working with Photoshop Files
Project: Animationg Elements from a Photo
Advanced 3D
Mastering Masks & Shape Layers
Playing with Time
Intermediate Expressions
Introducing Mocha
Mastering Output
Optimizing & Tweaking After Effects

For More Details:
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FCSvr 201: Administering Final Cut Server
Qualifies for the Fnal Cut Server Level 1 Exam


Course Description
This 3-day class guides you through administering
Final Cut Server, Apples powerful new media asset
management and workflow automation software.
Final Cut Server takes the headache out of managing
large collections of media files, then extends to tracking
job status, managing reviews and approvals, and
automating complex sequences of tasks all in a single
product designed to work seamlessly with Final Cut
Studio.


Course Outlines

Introduction
Using Final Cut Server
Working with Assets
Working with Final Cut Studio Projects
Working with Productions
Working with Devices
Working with Jobs
Basic Final Cut server Administration
Advanced Final Cut server Administration
Workflow Scenarios
Best Practices for Installation


For More Details:
Kindly Visit:
http://training.apple.com/creative/fcsvr201


Note:
The official course is not always available. It is subject
to the availability of a certified trainer. However, we offer
a non-official version of the course all the time, and it
qualifies to the same exam.

Many other tools serve in the post-production
market. However, the most integrateable and
usable are what gets into our training focus.


Other Available Technical Courses
• Shake 4
• Storyboarding
• Animation Concepts
• Visual Effects in Depth

Workshop Courses
This Tarakeeb model offers skill-raising practice
courses in 5 full-days schedule. Available topics
are:
• Final Cut Studio Workshop
• and more

One-Day Concept Courses


This Tarakeeb model offers training in a one
full-day schedule. The course is based on a
renowned reference book. You will own the book
and have it overviewed to clarity by an expert
Tarakeeb trainer.
Available topics are:
• Digital Video Fundamentals
• HD Video Fundametals
• Digital Video Compositing Fundamentals
• Machmoving & Motion Tracking
Fundamentals
• and more



 

Post Production is the stage that comes instantly after video production. Starts from edit preparation through the whole editing, compositing, color grading and finishing processes till creating your final output that is ready for distribution.

Post Production involves teams with a diverse range of skills and know-how in differrent technical fields.
Post-Production involves correcting production mistakes as well as delivering the final output. Hence, theory and practice are highly required in a complex overlapping blend with creativity.
Different career titles are there in the market. However, more are added everyday as the technology booms.
An Editor, is a one major career, it starts the whole phase, and needs concept as well as skills.
A Motion Grapher and a Compositor comes next or first according to project´s workflow. However,
creativity here is the core of the game.
Other roles include Colorists, DVD Authors, Animators, Audio Editors,...and others

Final Cut Studio

Edit, animate, mix, grade, and deliver on a Mac with the leading post-production suite, Final Cut Studio. Use ProRes codec to edit at high quality with reduced file sizes in a wide variety of workflows. Work with clients or colleagues in real time from anywhere in the world using iChat Theater. Add dramatic 3D graphics, repair common audio problems, and automate delivery in just a few clicks.
It includes Final Cut Pro, Motion, Color, Soundtrack Pro, DVD Studio Pro and Compressor.

Final Cut Server

Final Cut Server can manage thousands of assets,
execute dozens of routine production tasks, and keep every member of your team in sync—all while you continue working.
It integrates with Final Cut Pro, including support for the ProRes 422 (Proxy). Check out the project, edit with proxies on a MacBook Pro, and check the project back in for instant relinking to the original source.

After Effects

With Adobe After Effects software, you can create compelling motion graphics and blockbuster visual effects with flexible tools that help save you time, deliver unparalleled creative power and benefit from tight integration with Adobe’s leading design applications.

Other Topics Include:

Apple Shake, Autodesk Combustion, Autodesk Smoke & Flame,...etc. Many other tools serve in the post-production market. However, the most integrateable and usable are what gets into our training focus.