How to Create a Good-Looking Chroma-key in Final Cut Pro X [v]

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[This is an excerpt from a recent on-line video webinar: “Effects Overview in Apple Final Cut Pro X” which is available as a download in our store, or as part of our Video Training Library.]

EXCERPT DESCRIPTION

Effects are the fun part of video editing because there are so many different options. In this video tutorial, Larry Jordan shows how to create a clean chroma-key using both good and bad footage… and a carefully placed mask in Apple Final Cut Pro X.


 

How to Create a Good-Looking Chroma-key in Final Cut Pro X

TRT: 5:39 — MPEG-4 HD movie


 

WEBINAR DESCRIPTION

Effects are the fun part of video editing because there are so many different options. Still, at heart, all effects need to continue telling your story, just in different ways. In this week’s webinar, Larry Jordan showcases how to use the wide range of effects available within Final Cut Pro X.

These include:

If effects have puzzled you in the past, this presentation will get you headed in the right direction.

Visit our website to see lots more video training in our store.


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2 Responses to How to Create a Good-Looking Chroma-key in Final Cut Pro X [v]

  1. JIm Brennan says:

    When the speaker moves their hands a green highlight appears on the edges of the hands. (only when the hands are moving)

    • Larry Jordan says:

      Jim:

      You may need to either choke the edges of the key or add a bit more spill suppression. You may also need to cut the clip so the key settings are slightly different for sections where their ands move.

      Larry

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