Studio

Avid Studio movie production software features the same technology used by top Hollywood editors. Edit like a pro with sophisticated photo and video correction tools, a powerful library that organizes all your media in one place, unlimited timeline tracks for advanced effects, and more. In-depth training materials get you started quickly, and the included templates, effects, and transitions provide fresh inspiration for each new project. Integrated disc authoring and a variety of export formats make it easy to share your production with family, friends, and the world.

Get Started
Avid Studio includes an extensive collection of instructional videos from the training experts at Class on Demand, so you can easily enhance your skills or learn how to get started. Simply go online or pop in the included, special-edition "Getting Started with Avid Studio" DVD to view the in-depth training.

Import
Use the Universal Import Tool to easily import video, photo, and audio assets from virtually any device”digital cameras, camcorders, Flip cameras, webcams, mobile phones, handheld audio recorders, and more”or let the software do it automatically. Avid Studio also supports tape-based and analog devices, and even accepts audio files in 5.1-channel surround format.

Organize
Efficiently manage your media with Avid Studio software's powerful, integrated library. Categorize your assets with tags, ratings, and user-defined collections, or use a traditional folder structure”then find exactly what you need in an instant.

Edit
Correct and edit your assets in the library or on the timeline with Avid Studio software's powerful media editing features”no additional applications required. All assets are permanently corrected and ready for future use, and can be instantly exported to DVD, web, and other formats.

For feature-rich, professional-level editing, take advantage of the powerful timeline editor with unlimited tracks. You can create sophisticated picture-in-picture and multi-layer effects just like a Hollywood pro. Intuitive trimming tools make it easy to add drama to your productions.

You can also let Avid Studio do the work for you. Montage templates generate multi-layered video and still composites in minutes, while SmartMovie and SmartSlide create movies and slideshows instantly. After using the smart tools, you can customize your project for a signature look.

Enhance
We've partnered with fellow industry leaders to bring you over $2,000 in professional editing plug-ins and effects. The options are virtually limitless”fix shaky camera shots, apply transitions and effects, add Dolby Digital 5.1 surround, and more.

Knoll Light Factory “ Light and lens flares from master effects guru John Knoll (visual effects supervisor; Star Wars, Pirates of the Caribbean, Avatar)
ToonIt “ Turn video into animation
Trapcode Shine “ Light-ray effects
Trapcode Particular “ 3D smoke, explosion, and rain effects
Magic Bullet Looks “ Change the look of your movie
Trapcode 3D Stroke “ Animation and 3D effects
No movie is complete without a soundtrack. Enhance your production with the included royalty-free sounds and songs, which automatically adjust to fit the length of your movie. You can also import tracks from other sound libraries, or add original compositions.

To complete your production, simply add animated text and effects with the Motion Titler”it's as easy as drag and drop. Then perfect your presentations with professionally designed DVD menus.

Share
Avid Studio provides easy one-click uploading to YouTube, including high-quality widescreen formats. You can also share straight to Blu-ray and DVD, or export movies to Flash, QuickTime HD, AVCHD, DivX Plus HD, PS3, Wii, Xbox, and more.