Manual for Mac OS 10.+ operating with garage band, imovie, idvd, and the iwork package.

1. Technical Training
iMovie, iDVD, Garageband and You
Sherri Verdugo
March 16, 2011
HCOM 582
Apple Based Training
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2. Prerequisites
Technical things to know before we begin...
This training is for those proficient with Macintosh OS 10 + operating
systems. In addition, the following terms are used: jpg (still photo
file), mpg4 (video file), wav (audio files), and aiff (audio files).
Organization is key...set up a folder and keep all related project files in
this folder. Organize, organize, organize! Know where your files are!
Camera things to know before we begin...
Remember when you are videotaping to pay attention to detail. These
are things that Nick is teaching you or has taught you already. When
you are placing the camera and microphone remember to place the
camera so that it views you in a flattering, professional, and polished
manner. That being said, relax and be natural when recording
because anything forced will reflect in your presentation. You are now
the director, editor, actor, and sound engineer. This is just the start,
additional training can be scheduled by contacting me after class or
via email for a personalized lesson. You will also find helpful links and
tips in the body and at the end of this document. Happy Editing!
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3. Creating Raw Material
Graphics...
You can create your own graphics through Adobe Photoshop, Adobe
Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
✏Tip #1: create images larger than you want them to be
because the image will look even better when it becomes
smaller.
✏Tip #2: always have four versions of your images--1) full color
optimized for print, 2) full color optimized for web, 3) gray scale
optimized for print, and 4) gray scale optimized for web
Video...
You can create your own video through your onboard camera (the
one that is on your computer) and by downloading the video from a
camera that is video capable.
✏Tip #3: Select the highest quality recording device you own
(Digital SLR Cameras and HD capable devices)
Audio...
You can create your own audio through your onboard microphone or
connecting an external microphone
✏Tip #4: Select the highest quality recording device you own
(External microphones are a little tricker but yield great
results)
✔You can share your work online if you are “collaborating”
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4. You the Artist
Artistic Tips:
✏Tip #5: Your campaign and the passion that drives your campaign
should reflect in your final creation
✏Tip #6: Camera placement (either too close or at weird angles) will
yield a strange result. Practice with the camera and make sure that if
you are on camera to always always look your best!
✏Tip #7: Look natural and relaxed...it’s hard but practice makes
perfect...so rehearse your lines and memorize your statements. This
is your time to shine as the spokesperson for your message:) Be
credible, humble, honest, strong, and passionate when you deliver the
lines to the camera. Have a conversation with the camera because
talking “to” the camera does not come across as natural.
✏Tip #8: Microphone placement (either too close or too far away) will
result in a “flat line” audio result. You will have to practice and
remember that an “s” or hard consonant will result in a “popping”
sound. It’s best to practice your statement and speak in a “natural
voice”...don’t yell and don’t whisper...
✏Tip #9: Record narration in GarageBand to play over still images or
even videos....you can control the audio mix within iMovie :)
And now a word from on File Preparation....
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5. Preparing Your Video
Photos, Videos, and Audio:
✏Tip #10: If you select your primary device to record video or photos
from an external source then you will need to connect the device
(usually through firewire or usb connectors) and save the file on to
your computer
✔Keep it quiet when you are recording and remember
DISTRACTIONS SHOW ON CAMERA AND IN THE AUDIO
✏Tip #11: Organize your images and folders in a streamlined method
to find them later:
✔yourproject-->images-->image1.jpg .....
✔yourproject-->videos-->video1.mp4.....
✔ Use iPhoto to keep libraries of your images and videos
✏Tip #12: Organize your audio sound bites and music in the same
streamlined method to find them later:
✔yourproject-->audio-->soundbite-->soundbite1.mp3 .....
✔yourproject-->audio-->music-->song1.wav.....
✔ Use iTunes to keep libraries of your sound bites and audio
And now a word from our sponsor....Apple
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6. iMovie
iMovie is located in multiple locations:
1) on your dock
2) Finder window (far left end of the doc)->applications->iMovie
✏Tip #13: The screenshot above shows the “finder window”
3) apple menu (top left corner of your screen) as a recent application
4) When you first open iMovie a tutorial video opens
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7. Start your project... you have two choices:
1) Creating a magic movie
✏Tip #14: Magic Movie adds in “transitions and effects”
2) Creating a movie from scratch
✏Tip #15: Selecting “None” will result in a “blank” movie that
you will have to “build items” into it
Knowing the layout... The screen is divided into three areas:
1) The iMovie screen shows three regions
✏Tip #16: The top left region is your general “library”
✏Tip #17: The top right is your “project viewer”
✏Tip #18: The bottom is your “current project timeline”
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8. The viewer...
This image was created in KeyNote (part of the iWork package)
✏Tip #19: Creating images in various programs will yield a
“creative, professional, and sharp look”
✏Tip #20: The viewer can show individual frames or the entire
project as a “movie”
The general library...
The library shows you previously saved libraries and your current
project.
✏Tip #21: Always save your file frequently
✏Tip #22: If you make a mistake then select: edit-->undo
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9. The Project library... is where movie magic happens!
The project library is where you can “drag and drop” images and
video clips into the timeline. In the image above you see the audio clip
(over the video clip) on a “separate track”...it is the green bar.
✏Tip #23: You can fade in and fade out the music as well as
“equalize the sound” if you have multiple sound files within your
project
✏Tip #24: On images and videos you can control the spacing and
effects between images...including a “Ken Burns” effect
✏Tip #25: In the bottom viewer you can easily see your music
files, images, titles and chapters (for DVD use), transition
effects, and maps/browsers
✔Don’t overuse effects...they are like salt in a
recipe. Sometimes just a simple effect stands out
more (think of how elegant FaceBook’s layout is)
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10. Add some more photos and videos
You can recover some “lost photos”
✏Tip #26: You can add videos and photo images (including pdf
files) from this window into your project window
✏Tip #27: The “last import” shows all items that you
downloaded from an external camera or video recorder on your
computer
✏Tip #28: You can not “resize” your images in iMovie...so do
that before you open the project...
✏Tip #30: You can switch back and forth between multiple
projects by selecting “Project Library” and then selecting “Edit
Library”
✔The more photos and videos you use results in
more memory being used by your computer and
the project. If you have “time out” moments with
the program close all non-essential windows.
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11. Add some audio
Now add some audio or narration into your project
✏Tip #31: Remember that the larger your audio file the more
memory you are using on your computer
✏Tip #32: Drag your song or narration above the thumbnails
that you want the sound to be “aligned with”
✏Tip #33: To fade in or out of a music clip click on the “green
track” and then select “audio” to control the following:
1) Volume of the audio track
2) “Ducking” reduces the other clips with audio
3) Normalize all tracks (makes all the sound equal)
***Be careful with this and practice...it’s better to do it by “ear”
4) Revert to original (it is the “undo” feature)
✔The cleaner your audio or video segments are
the cleaner your end project will be.
✔Make sure your audio is not “too loud or quiet”
so that you have a “pitch” perfect production.
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12. Edit your audio
Window-->clip trimmer
✏Tip #34: You can surgically “edit” pieces of music or narration
to fit into your piece
✏Tip #35: Try to “retain” the integrity of the edited piece...
✄If you edit (splice) more than one piece together then
remember that you have to “smooth” out the remaining
pieces so that the result is seamless and not “choppy”
✄It is possible to do this with video in iMovie but the
best results come from programs like “Final Cut Pro”
✄If you want to proceed with editing video clips remember
that each splice will be seen and heard if you do not fade
in and out from one piece to the other
✔Sometimes a song is too “long” to fit into a frame
Do what the pros do and edit it
*Be sure to keep the integrity of the piece
REMEMBER THIS IS BY EAR...listen for nuances
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13. Add some transitions
Transitions are located at bottom left viewer and the icon is an
envelope ✉.
✏Tip #36: Be aware that some transitions appear jerky on
nonHD televisions or slower computers
✏Tip #37: Practice with transitions to determine what
transitions work with your artistic style and message
✔Don’t overuse transitions and be aware that
some transitions look great on your computer but
not on everyone’s computer or television.
BE PRODUCT SAVVY.
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14. And now you can add some effects....titles to your images
Select T from the right hand side of the viewer to add text, titles and
credits
✏Tip #38: Make sure that you select a “font size” that is
appropriate for your media...don’t make things “harder” on
your audience
✏Tip #39: Keep your “text” frames up longer so that the
audience have enough time to read the message effectively
✍ Keep in mind your audience when you are adding effects....some
are highly professional.
✍ Add credits at the end of your message and don’t forget to place
your social media links at the end of your video. Keep the audience
coming to your sites for further information. Advertise.....☚
✔Clicking on images or video clips then selecting
Video Effects will open another window to
change the filters on your items.
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15. Add some maps and backgrounds
Now it’s time to add the final set of “bells and whistles” to your
presentation
✏Tip #40: If you are a “global” non-profit or even regional you
can use the map to change the start and end location of the
animation by double clicking on the map thumbnail
✏Tip #41: If you have a lot of text that you want to add in then
use the backgrounds to place your text on
☂Make sure you don’t use a background that “clutters” the text
☂Use colors that are easy to read text on...bright colors that are
used as backgrounds tend to “strain the eyes” for the “viewer”
✔When selecting backgrounds and text remember
that the key is “readability” of your message as
perceived by the audience.
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16. One last word: add chapter markers for a DVD with a menu
Right click anywhere within the project library and you will access
the “hidden menus.”
✏Tip #42: Select add chapter marker for each section of your
video project
✏Tip #43: Select add comment marker for each section of your
video project
☂You can “collaborate” with other people on the internet for
your project by sharing on “mobile me” since the email may not
send such large files
✔Don’t add too many chapters or comments...
it depends on the length of time for your project
and each new section
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17. Ready for the world and to become a DVD
You can select how you want to publish your new project
✏Tip #44:Republish to iTunes
✏Tip #45: Publish to iDVD (select this for a DVD movie)
✏Tip #46: Publish to media browser
✏Tip #47: Publish to youtube and/or mobile me account
☂You have to have a youtube or mobile me account to publish
✏Tip #48: Export movie, quicktime or Final Cut...
✏Tip #49: Export movie, quicktime or Final Cut...
✏WARNING: Remove from iTunes (this is permanent!)
Let’s turn this project into a DVD....open iDVD
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18. iDVD
iDVD, is located in multiple locations:
1) on your dock
2) Finder window (on the doc)->applications->iDVD
3) apple menu (top left corner of your screen) as a recent application
Now select what you want to make a DVD (Note if you selected iDVD
in iMovie then iDVD will automatically open up) with a professional
layout and precanned music
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19. iDVD continued
Each of these “projects” are templates...you can select your style
for a DVD menu
✏Tip #50: Click on “media” if you want to “change” your project
on the fly
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20. iDVD continued
Each of these “projects” are templates...you can select your style
for a DVD menu
✏Tip #51: Click on “media” if you want to “change” your project
on the fly
✏Tip #52: Select “Project” to edit your project and add more
submenus, text overlay, slideshow, change the screen ratio, and
director’s comments
✏Tip #53: Select “View” to show tv safe and crop areas
✏Tip #54: Once you have selected everything select “play” ◆ to
“see the new project with the menus and chapters”
✏Tip #55: Once you have selected everything and viewed your
“demo” you should be ready to “burn” your dvd
☂You will be burning the DVD onto a blank DVD that you have
obtained.
☂Make sure that the size of the blank DVD is appropriate for your
project....in this case “Size does matter!”
Let’s make some music....open Garage Band
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21. Garage Band: Music
GarageBand, is located in multiple locations:
1) on your dock
2) Finder window (on the doc)->applications->GarageBand
3) apple menu (top left corner of your screen) as a recent application
We will cover a few topics in this section for podcasts, general music,
and fixing errors.
☂Note: Music is very “memory” intensive and you will either want to
close all other windows/programs to run Garageband effectively
☂Note: Always......always.....always SAVE your work and back up the
file....you do not want to create a perfect piece of music or podcast
only to have it “disappear” on you.
☂Note: If you want to record real instruments in depththen you may
email me at sherri@bobbybrennan.com or
verdu103@mail.chapman.edu as this workbook only discusses
peripheral mechanics of the program.
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22. Garage Band: Startup
Let’s start with looking at the interface of GarageBand
✏Tip #56: When you open GARAGEBAND you will see this screen
**For now: let’s start with a podcast. Save your file in your folder.
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23. Garage Band: Podcasts
The podcast window has three “tracks” ready for you:
1) Male Voice (if you have a male announcer)
2) Female Voice (this is what we will use today)
3) Jingles (background music on a separate track)
***Note: you will want to use the pre-made loops and audio if you are
not going to create your own music.
***Remember copyright laws.
☁If you don’t own a song, photo, video, or license for it then DON’T
USE IT! You can face legal action if you borrow someone’s work.
✏Tip #57: Highlight the Female voice track by clicking on it. You can
now record on this track
☁Keep all tracks as an individual identity...this is how the pros do it
☁This will make “fixing” or punching in on “errors” easy to correct
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24. Garage Band Podcast
For this portion, a movie has been added to “convey” your message to
the public. *Note you can use either video or photos on this track and
it is “MEMORY INTENSIVE”...meaning that your computer may suffer
from lag times if the computer does not have enough memory.
✏Tip #58: The movie on the podcast will generate “thumbnail” images
of your project and is preparing the podcast for web launching
✏Tip #59: Notice that your audio track is now “separate” from your
images or thumbnails in the movie. Again you can fix any errors in
audio through GarageBand.
☁Let’s talk about fixing any errors by punching in on the narration
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25. Garage Band: Narration
When you are recording your “audio messages” then you will notice
that a “visual of your recording” is in purple.
✏Tip #60: When you are recording you can see that the “recording”
has periods of quiet. If you are shouting then the lines become
“larger” and you will see if the audio is “clipping” *Note: Clipping
renders the audio useless because you will “overload” the audio
system and this will destroy your message.
☁Let’s talk about fixing any errors by punching in over the area you
want fixed. Highlight the track you want changed and follow these
steps-->
Step 1: Activate the track with the audio you want to change
Step 2: Place your cursor (the red line) slightly before the error
Step 3: Press record when you are ready
Step 4: Press the stop button when you are finished
**You have a choice to “rerecord the whole track” or stop the
recording when the error is fixed
And now adds some jingles
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26. Garage Band: Jingles
When you are “adding” jingles to your message Garage Band has
included freebies to “enhance” your message.
✏Tip #61: Click on the “blue eye” to see preloaded loops
☁If you highlight the sound with your mouse
or trackpad then you will hear a brief version
of the loop.
☁Loops are copied multiple times to fill out
areas or are used to complete small regions of
your project.
☁GarageBand also has room effects (like echo
and ambience) to “fill out your voice” and give a
warmth to the audio.
Now you are ready to “share” your message with the world or
coworkers....
☁Remember that when you are sharing a few simple tricks will make
your podcast even better...let’s go over some of those tips
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27. Garage Band: Narration
✏Tip #61: Never identify anyone by full name if they are a participant
(use pseudonyms or a shortened name like Sherri V., Lisa S., etc.)
✏Tip #62: MP3 are the best format for podcasts and result in a much
smaller file
✏Tip #63: If you are using any other format you will require users to
use “Quicktime” to view your message (know what your viewers will
want to see or hear the podcast in...keep it viewer friendly)
✏Tip #61: Keep copyright work out of the podcast if you are
launching something on the web...it is ok for some classes but not in
the practical world
✏Tip #61: Get the word out and start tweeting or FaceBooking about
it...social media is your friend and drives people to your podcast and
website.
The last tip: REMEMBER THIS IS ABOUT BEING CREATIVE AND FUN
even if your message is “emotionally” heavy you will need to be
relaxed and natural to have an effective podcast! Smile your on
camera :)
Sherri Verdugo
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28. Garage Band: Sharing
Sharing is caring and with GarageBand you can get your message out
✏Tip #62: You can select the “share” window at the top of the
GarageBand menus to prepare your podcast
☁Mono=audio is recorded equally on both sides of the speaker (left
and right)...this is how the Beatles recorded a lot of early work
☁Stereo=audio is recorded differently on both sides of the speaker
(left and right)...this is how Pink Floyd recorded their work
---> You can create “3 dimensional sound” this way but if your
audience has only one speaker working they will only hear the
information recorded to that specific “channel” or speaker and will
therefore result in a degraded message for those folks.
That’s it. You’ve shared your message in multiple ways that you have
“predetermined” in your early formative research.
Check your work before you launch it by viewing it on the slowest
computer you have to see if others can see and hear your message.
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29. iWeb: Become a Webster
The scenario: you have a message (podcast, video, commercial, etc.)
but no place to share the message....quick what do you do? Well you
can look like a pro with iWeb. Go ahead and open iWeb from your
FinderWindow-->applications-->iWeb
✏Tip #63: Select a template that “carries” your message in a
professional and personal method...then you can “alter” the templates
to your creative liking.
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30. iWeb: Become a Webster
Let’s create a blog on iWeb
✏Tip #64: You can add pages that stay within the style (stylistically
don’t mix more than one template....this is the professional web 2.0
way to create a web vehicle)
☁Remember that you can add buttons on the right of the screen into
your website.
☁Keep your buttons on the page simple and don’t add too many
buttons to your site ---keep your viewers happy by keeping it simple
☁You can add widgets that once were hand coded by people to create
an interactive site....now the pre-made widgets are available by Apple
through iWeb at no extra cost :)
✏Tip #65: Publish your webpage by saving it to your desktop or
launch to the web through mobile me
☁Apple asks you if you “own” everything for copyright issues.
☁If you have a mobile me account then you can save to mobile me
☁If you know FTP then you can save to your website
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31. Appendix 1: Audio
Audio is important to your message:Record in a quiet area
1. Rehearse and memorize your audio message
2. Don’t rush or slow down the message because of recording
3. Don’t get “red light” syndrome...you can rerecord multiple times
and fix any errors.
4. Microphones are key to getting a great message
4.1.If you are using your computers microphone sit at a natural
distance to continue using the keyboard
4.2.Remember that you should use your natural voice and
practice with audio settings in
4.2.1.System Preferences-->Audio-->line in
4.2.2.Increase or decrease your microphone levels to pick
up a clean signal
Cheap external microphones that use a standard line in jack are
available if you prefer the external microphone.
**Microphones with a quarter inch jack and require phantom power
will require a more intensive set up period...Contact me if you need
this option.
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32. Appendix 2: Video
Video is equally important and remember these key tips
1. Room lighting is very important and you should practice with
various settings to produce a natural look
1.1.Remember that warm lighting (yellow and orange hues) or
cool lighting (blue hues) can produce adverse effect on your
video
1.2.Keep your lighting natural and make sure you look your
best...think of tv newscasts and movie (they have a specific
lighting crew) to mimic the style of lighting
2. Put the camera at eye level and at a natural distance if you are at
the computer be sure to practice to see what distance works for
you (always look natural and conversational)
3. Keep your background simple, clean and professional
4. Keep distractions out of the camera or microphone range...record
when you will have a quiet and relaxed environment
5. Make sure your clothes are professional
6. Make sure your makeup looks professional (even men wear
makeup in Hollywood)
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33. Appendix 3: Graphics
Graphics can be created or photographed by you
1. If you are creating graphics you can use Adobe Photoshop or any
Adobe Creative Suite Program
2. JPG, TIFF, and GIF files all work well with web displays
3. Keep your colors simple and know your audience
4. Red is very hard on the eyes if it is used as a background
5. Photos should always be “optimized” for web or HD through your
creative photo programs
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34. The End
Now you are able to create your messages in video, podcasts,
audio, and web.
1. Practice makes perfect
2. You are learning how to use these technical tools and with time
you will be more confident using professional tricks of the trade to
make a message look like you spent extra money on it
3. Test your message, images, etc. with a friend before you
launch....make sure you get feedback so you can modify the project
if needed
4. Keep promoting your material through social media to get your
word up
5. Free sites available to launch your message:
5.1.http://www.ustream.tv.com
5.2.http://www.youtube.com
5.3.http://www.facebook.com
Enjoy and happy creating!
Sherri Verdugo
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