Digital Video cuts it at MacExpo 2004

MacExpo 2004 should not be missed by amateur and professional moviemakers or anyone interested in the moving image.
MacExpo 2004, the UK's largest event for the Mac community, runs from Thursday November 18 until Saturday November 20 at the Business Design Centre, Islington, London N1.
Film production and the digital moving image will be key to MacExpo 2004 and the Business Design Centre will be packed to the rafters with the latest photography hardware, peripherals and services.
With so much to see and do, a dedicated MacExpo Digital Video solution trail will be provided to direct film enthusiasts to the inspirational presentations, demonstrations and exhibition stands of particular interest.
Macworld will be hosting its next UK conference at MacExpo on November 18 and 19. In addition to Digital Video, the Conference will focus on three other main streams: Publishing, OS/Servers and Music & and Digital Imaging. Visitors can mix and match from each stream or choose to focus on the Digital Video.
Bob Denton, Chief Executive of XPO Events, organisers of MacExpo explained: "The Macworld Conference days will provide the ultimate in training for video, special-effects and broadcast professionals. Mac experts and industry professionals from around the globe have been drafted in to present the very latest creative ideas and techniques for video editing and special-effects creation. Delegates will be sure to leave these sessions loaded up with essential tips, techniques and shortcuts for Final Cut Pro, DVD Studio Pro, Motion, 3D plug-ins and HD."
The Digital Video sessions at the MacExpo and Macworld Conference will cover the following topics:

• Advanced Finishing Techniques in Final Cut Pro 4T
• 3D Effects and Cross platform Integration
• Working in Broadcast HD on the Mac
• Pro DVD Creation
• Final Cut Pro 4 Tips and Techniques
• Encoding Video for Web

Bob Denton concluded: "Film enthusiasts can also witness the launch of a number of new and exciting products and many UK firsts, giving visitors the chance to see, try and buy. There will be over 100 leading brands demonstrating a vast array of products and services that are helping to shape the fast-evolving world of the moving image."
For further information on Mac Expo 2004 please visit: www.mac-expo-co.uk or call 01628 401950.
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