Staying organized is key. Otherwise, you’ll look like a total n00b with 5 Capture Scratch folders inside each other. Or worse- you won’t be able to find a file. Larry Jordan has a video tutorial at Lynda.com that goes over the basics of Final Cut that rarely get taught. Lynda.com is a subscription site, but there are free sample sections on “Setting up a Folder System that works” and “Naming files.”

Watch the video tutorials here.

From Creative Cow-

Looking for better media management in Final Cut Pro? TV producer and Cow contributor Dustin Lau says it all begins with better file naming. He shows how it’s working at ESPN/Star Sports Asia, as they manage their workflow across multiple teams, under the high pressure of episodic TV deadlines. It will work for you too.

Read the tutorial here.

From Creative Cow-

Sure, being replaceable can be scary — but sometimes you NEED somebody to step in and help. Here are some of the tricks that Cow author Dustin Lau has learned for project set-up, file naming, and clear communication with other members of your team. These tricks will create smooth hand-offs from you to your temporary replacement — and back to you when you return, without driving anyone crazy.

Read the tutorial here.