Editing and Post Production

Often called the "invisible art", editing is the unique craft of the filmmaking arts. Our classes encompass all aspects of the post production process, including picture, audio, and visual effects. In our editing lab, students use Apple Macintosh computers with Final Cut Pro, Soundtrack Pro and DVD Studio software to create their programs.

Editing with Final Cut Pro

 The Art and Technique of Editing

CEFC-C: Sat, May 9 and Thursdays, May 14 thru June 25, 2009
CEFC-A: Sat, Nov. 7 and Thursdays Nov. 12 thru Jan. 14, 2010
                 (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31)
Instructor: Jeter Rhodes
8 Sessions: A Saturday, 8am-5pm, and Thursdays, 7pm-10pm
Tuition: $625 (addl. lab fees may apply to certain projects)

Editing with Final Cut Pro provides an intensive grounding in operating Final Cut Pro as well as providing a comprehensive framework in editing theory. During the class, students take a project from raw footage through to the final locked-down edit. Students either edit projects completed in “16mm Film Production” or other CFI classes, edit their own projects, or they may use material provided by the Carolina Film Institute.

In addition to picture editing, students work with the basics of audio editing and sound design. By the end of the class, projects will be completely edited with a full sound track. Students will be provided with a DVD of all work completed during the class. Lab fee covers film/video transfers and access to equipment outside of class hours.

Enroll online now:

or by phone: (800) 940-3546 or download the registration form for mailing in.

Introduction to Final Cut Pro

FCP-A: Saturday, May 9, 2009, 8am-5pm (one day)
FCP-B: Tuesdays, July 14-28, 2009, 7-10pm (3 sessions)
FCP-D: Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, 8am-5pm (one day)
Instructor: Jeter Rhodes
Tuition: $225

Final Cut Pro is among the most popular, effective, and accessible of the nonlinear editing programs currently available for those working in digital video. This class covers the specific workings of the editing program.

You’ll learn how to deal with basic transitions (hard cuts, dissolves, and wipes), how to adjust and change your edits, how to work with audio (together and independent of the visuals), and how to work with titling and basic graphics. You'll receive a general grounding in nonlinear digital editing and in the specifics of Final Cut Pro.

Enroll online now for May 9 Single Session:

Or, for three evening class starting July 14th:

or by phone: (800) 940-3546 or download the registration form for mailing in.