Discover Classes. Earn Rewards.

MC 239: Color Grading with Media Composer and Symphony is unfortunately unavailable

Thankfully we have 5 other Avid Classes for you to choose from. Check our top choices below or see all classes for more options.

MC 101: Media Composer Fundamentals I

Manhattan Edit Workshop @ 119 W 23rd St, New York, NY

Master the art of non-linear film and video editing with this immersive course. Gain the skills and knowledge needed to confidently navigate Avid Media Composer, the industry-standard editing software. Start your journey towards becoming an Avid Certified User with Manhattan Edit Workshop.

(95) Beginner 16 and older
$1,095

2 sessions

Gift it!

Avid Assistant Editor Workshop

Manhattan Edit Workshop @ 119 W 23rd St, New York, NY

Master the skills of an assistant editor at the Manhattan Edit Workshop. Learn how to handle various file formats, codecs, and cameras, and become an expert in organizing and managing media. This workshop is perfect for aspiring assistant editors and producers.

(95) Intermediate 16 and older
$499

2 sessions

Gift it!

MC 110: Media Composer Fundamentals II

Manhattan Edit Workshop @ 119 W 23rd St, New York, NY

Take your Media Composer skills to the next level with this course at Manhattan Edit Workshop. Learn the skills of an assistant editor while developing your skills with the tools and techniques required for a well-edited video. From dynamic trim techniques to assembling news packages, this course is designed for editors, assistant editors, and multimedia producers looking to enhance their skills.

(95) Intermediate 16 and older
$1,295

3 sessions

Gift it!

MC 101/110: Media Composer Fundamentals I & II

Manhattan Edit Workshop @ 119 W 23rd St, New York, NY

Master the essentials of Avid Media Composer and gain hands-on experience in editing techniques, audio adjustments, multi-camera editing, and more. Take your editing skills to the next level with this comprehensive course from Manhattan Edit Workshop.

(95) Beginner 16 and older
$1,995

5 sessions

Gift it!

MC 210: Media Composer Professional Editing II

Manhattan Edit Workshop @ 119 W 23rd St, New York, NY

Take your editing skills to the next level with Manhattan Edit Workshop's Media Composer Professional Editing II course. Learn advanced techniques such as color management, script-based editing, and compositing tools to become a true editing professional. Perfect for editors, assistant editors, and multimedia producers looking to enhance their skills and stand out in the industry.

(95) Intermediate 16 and older
$1,395

3 sessions

Gift it!
See all Avid classes NYC

MC 239: Color Grading with Media Composer and Symphony

Master the art of color grading with Media Composer and Symphony in this comprehensive course offered by Manhattan Edit Workshop. Learn expert techniques to achieve consistent and professional results, and discover the power of shape-based secondary tools to control the viewer's eye. Enhance your color grading skills and deliver stunning visuals with this industry-leading training.

  • All levels
  • 16 and older
  • $1,095
  • 119 W 23rd St, New York, NY
  • 16 hours over 2 sessions

Start Dates (0)

  • $1,095
  • Manhattan Edit Workshop @ 119 W 23rd St Ste 1000, New York, NY 10011
  • 16 hours over 2 sessions
Showing 10 of 0

Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this avid training:

Color grading is more popular today than ever before - and in greater demand! Avid Media Composer has a powerful toolset allowing you to combine both HSL and Curves corrections for robust corrections, while Symphony takes it to the next level with advanced secondary correction tools and the fastest color-grading workflow in the industry. You can learn to use these powerful tools efficiently, using expert techniques to achieve consistent, professional results.

Our two-day Color Grading with Media Composer and Symphony (MC239) course will teach you to carefully analyze images to diagnose the problems and fix them quickly. Learn to grade in multiple passes, leveraging various tools for flexibility in correcting the toughest images. Learn to control the eye of the viewer through little known shape-based secondary tools found in both Media Composer and Symphony that enable you to create animated masks, vignettes, and gradients. Plus, master the advanced relationship-based grading tools in Symphony to streamline your grading workflow and finish in less time than you thought possible.

Who is this class for?
  • Editors
  • Assistant Editors
  • Multimedia Producers.
Prerequisite
  • Completion of MC 101: Media Composer Fundamentals I and MC 110: Media Composer Fundamentals II or equivalent experience of 12 months full-time editing on the system.
  • Completion of MC 210: Media Composer Professional Editing II is also strongly recommended
At the end of this course you will be able to:
  • Color Grading Fundamentals
  • System Configurations for Color Grading
  • Core Grading Tools and Techniques
  • Using Curves for Grading
  • Advanced Primary Color Correction
  • Secondary Color Correction (Avid Symphony)
  • Using AniMatte with Color Correction
  • Grouping Color Corrections
  • Delivering a Graded Digital Master
Note:
Each student gets their own workstation.


SYLLABUS

Color Grading Fundamentals
Introduction
• What is Color Grading?
• Are You (only) the Colorist?
Before You Grade
• Properly Calibrated Viewing Monitor
Core Color-Grading Workflow
• Stage One: Set the Baseline Grade
• Stage 2: Achieving Shot-to-Shot Consistency
• Stage 3: Achieving a Final Look
Color Correction Mode
• The Composer Window
• The Color Correction Tool
• The Timeline

Analyzing Images with Scopes
Video Scopes, Color Science, and Speed Dating
• Types of Scopes
Overview of Scope Displays
• Understanding the Y Waveform
• Understanding the RGB Parade
• Shot Analysis with the RGB Parade
• Understanding the Vectorscope
• Shot Analysis with the Vectorscope
• Understanding the YC Waveform
• Summary

Establishing the Base Grade
• Performing a Primary Correction
• The HSL Group
• Adjusting the Controls and Hue Offsets Tabs
Using Tonal Controls in HSL
• Identifying the Tonal Controls
• Understanding Tonal Adjustments
• Setting the Tonal Range Using HSL Controls
Using Chroma Controls in HSL
• Understanding the ChromaWheel Controls
• Removing a Color Cast Using Hue Offsets

Grading with Curves
Identifying the Curves Controls
Exploring Curves Adjustments
• The Master Curve
• Using Avid Artist Color to Adjust the Curves Graphs
• Exploring R, G, or B Curve Adjustments
• Making Adjustments Using Curves Versus HSL Controls
Performing a Primary Grade Using Curves
• Performing a Basic Grade
• Correcting a Color Cast Automatically
Grading a Sequence in Curves
• Grading the First Shot
• Grading the Second Shot
• Grading the Third Shot

Matching Shots
Methods of Shot Matching
Using the Color Match Controls
• Succeeding with Color Match Control
• Grading a Scene Using Color Match Controls
Understanding NaturalMatch
• Using NaturalMatch
Working with Color Correction Effect Templates
• Saving Color Correction Effect Templates to a Bin
• Using Color Correction Effect Templates
• Workflow for Using Source-Based Templates

Stepping Up to Symphony
The Added Power of Advanced Tools
Identifying Symphony’s Advanced Tools
• HSL Controls
• HSL Luma Ranges
• Levels Group
• Channels Group
• Secondary Group
• Customizing the Color Correction Tool
Understanding the Symphony Grading Workflow
• The Interaction of Color Correction Groups
• The Relationship Menu
• Identifying Relationships in the Timeline
Understanding the Levels Group
• Levels and Color Space Processing
• Performing Primary Corrections with Levels
Understanding the Channels Group
• Identifying the Channels Controls
• Repairing Damaged Signals with Channels

Performing Secondary Corrections in Symphony
Understanding Secondary Corrections
• Identifying Avid’s Secondary Correction Tools
• Understanding Qualification
Understanding Luma Ranges
Using Luma Ranges
• Making Adjustments Using Luma Ranges
Exploring the Secondary Group
Performing Vector-Based Corrections
Using Standard Vectors
Using Custom Vectors

Intraframe Effects: Avid’s Hidden Secondaries
Exploring Avid’s Shape-Based Secondary Tools
• Understanding Intraframe Effects
Using the Spot Color Effect
Using the Paint Effect
• Creating Gradients and Vignettes
• Tracking Spot Corrections
Using AniMatte to Create Spot Corrections

Finishing the Grade
What’s in a Look?
Techniques for Applying Looks
• Applying a Look as a Program Relationship
• Applying Corrections to Filler
Keyframing Color Changes
• Keyframing HSL Adjustments
• Keyframing Curves Adjustments
Creating Popular Looks
• Monochrome Looks
• High-Contrast Looks
• Changing the Color Temperature
Managing Multiple Grades
• Merging and Updating Sequences
Delivering Safe Colors
• Using Safe Color Warnings
• Using the Safe Color Limiter Effect
Rendering Effects with ExpertRender
School Notes:

Once you have signed up for this class, please email [email protected] if you are signing up for personal improvement or for business and if the company will be paying for your tuition.

Refund Policy

Any transfers and cancellations require written notification to [email protected]

Rescheduling Policy:

  • Bookings transferred by the customer more than 15 business days before the commencement date of the course will incur no transfer fee.
  • Bookings rescheduled by the customer within 1 to 15 business days of the commencement date of the course will incur a $150 transfer fee.

All transferred courses must be completed within 3 months of the commencement date of the original class.

Cancellation/Exclusion Policy:

  • Cancellations by customers made more than 22 business days before course commencement will incur 5% cancellation fee.
  • Cancellations within 9 to 22 business days of course commencement will incur a 50% cancellation fee
  • Cancellations between 1 and 8 business days will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
  • In the event that a customer cancels a booking for which a transfer has taken place, this will incur a minimum 50% cancellation fee.

All refunds for the Six Week Intensive may take a minimum of 10 business days to process regardless of when the cancellation occurs.

Exclusion of a Student by the school may occur if the student displays behavior deemed inappropriate and/or disruptive to other students and/or school faculty. Student will receive 1 (one) written warning regarding behavior. If the behavior in question is repeated, the Student will be removed from the class with a written explanation of their exclusion. In the event that a Student is removed due to the above-mentioned repetitive and/or disruptive behavior, no tuition fees will be refunded.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Manhattan Edit Workshop (95)

Similar Classes

Benefits of Booking Through CourseHorse

  • Booking is safe. When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection.
  • Lowest price guaranteed. Classes on CourseHorse are never marked up.
  • This class will earn you 10950 points. Points give you money off your next class!

Questions & Answers (0)

Get quick answers from CourseHorse and past students.

Manhattan Edit Workshop

The school offers a full range of courses, from the Avid, Autodesk, assimilate and Apple products to the complete suite of Adobe applications. Our signature six-week intensive is a jump-start for anyone looking for a career in editing. Learn Avid, Final Cut Pro and After Effects, work with top editors...

Read more about Manhattan Edit Workshop

CourseHorse Approved

This school has been carefully vetted by CourseHorse and is a verified NYC educator.

Manhattan Edit Workshop

Manhattan Edit Workshop

All classes at this location

Google Map

Give This Course as a Gift Card

  • Thousands of classes
  • No expiration
  • Unique and memorable gifts for any occasion
  • Personalized
  • Explore a passion, gain a new skill, discover a new hobby, engage in a memorable experience
  • Instant delivery
  • Lock in a price with the Inflation Buster Gift Card Price Adjuster™

Buy a Gift Card

Book this Class as a Group Event

Booking this class for a group? Find great private group events

Or see all Professional Group Events

Explore group events and team building activities ranging from cooking, art, escape rooms, trivia, and more.

CourseHorse Gift Cards

  • Creative & unique gift for any occasion
  • Thousands of classes & experiences
  • No expiration date
  • Instant e-delivery (or choose a date)
  • Add a personalized message
  • Lock in a price with the Inflation Buster Gift Card Price Adjuster™
Buy a Gift Card
gift card with the CourseHorse logo gift card with the CourseHorse logo
Loading...