Final Cut Pro
Final Cut Pro Advanced
Refine your Final Cut Pro skills with advanced editing techniques, colour workflows and effects. For editors ready to work faster and deliver sharper.
Format
Live instructor-led
Hands-on, question-led sessions
Location
London NW10 or online
9 Station Terrace, NW10 5RT
Level
Advanced level
Small groups, hands-on, expert-led
Upcoming dates
Mon 23 – Tue 24 November 2026
Classroom
£695
Tue 22 – Wed 23 December 2026
Live Online
£695
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Who this course is for
This course is for experienced Final Cut Pro editors working in professional video production who want to master advanced techniques in colour grading, complex audio mixing, effects and media management to increase efficiency and output quality.
Prerequisites
You should be comfortable with the fundamentals of Final Cut Pro, or have attended our Final Cut Pro Introduction course.
What you'll learn
Exploring advanced Final Cut Pro features and techniques, enabling you to enhance creativity and design process.
How to design professional looking video for media consumption.
Understanding advanced colour controls, audio design elements and 3D components.
How to utilise multi-cam and 360 video components.
Exploring how to add motion graphics and deliver visually appealing results.
How to enhance and sharpen design experience with effects and 3rd party plugins, empowering you to improve your workflow.
Understanding the importance of testing video across multiple mediums.
Course outline
What you’ll cover
Working with Metadata
- Creating your own metadata and metadata views
- Creating Multiclips, with in-depth discussion of how metadata (including timecode) can be used to arrange clips
Templates
- Using Smart Collection templates to speed new event setup
Advanced Sound
- Using multi-source sound with DSLRs
Transcoding
- Taking your media 'on the road- as proxies only
- Working with Red material and Alexa/Amira footage
Editing
- Close examination of all standard editing tools and the Precision Editor
- Editing using the Browser Viewer
Multicam Editing
- Advanced use of Multiclips including adding/deleting/re-syncing angles and managing and mixing multi-source sound
Colour Correction and Keying
- Understanding Log formats and LUTs (Lookup tables)
- In-depth discussion of keying in FCPX and the chroma keyer manual controls
- Advanced use of luma keys and masks
- Advanced use of colour correction including primary and (multiple) secondary corrections
Extending FCP
- Introduction to Core Melt and MFx plugins to extend FCPX
- In-depth discussion of motion graphics within FCPX
- Introduction to Motion and how to create Titles, Transitions and Filters for publishing to FCPX (including linking and rigging parameters)
Meeting Broadcast Standards
- Making your project compliant with broadcast requirements, including Video and Audio levels, the Loudness meter (plugin required) and EBU R128 standard
- Dealing with UK Standard definition 16:9 material (FHA)
Codecs and Compression
- Introduction to codecs and compression techniques
- Introduction to Compressor including multi-core processing
Exporting and Archiving
- Exporting XML for DaVinci, ProTools and Logic Pro X
- Archiving projects using Libraries
Included
- Live expert-led instruction
- Practical exercises and workflow examples
- Live Q and A and troubleshooting with the trainer
- Follow-up support guidance
Frequently asked questions
Is this Final Cut Pro Advanced course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who have experience in Final Cut Pro or have already attended one of our Final Cut Pro training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of Final Cut Pro. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team. They will be delighted to advise you.
How is the content taught throughout the Final Cut Pro Advanced course?
Our Final Cut Pro Advanced course is extremely interactive. You will be using Final Cut Pro throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.
Should I attend the Final Cut Pro Advanced course in person or live online?
For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Final Cut Pro Advanced course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Final Cut Pro Advanced course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Final Cut Pro Advanced course?
For private classes in Final Cut Pro Advanced, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.
What support is available after I attend the Final Cut Pro Advanced course?
We offer ongoing support to our Final Cut Pro Advanced course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.
Reviews
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Rachel P — June 2026
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