Richard Harrington (1) (1972–)

I can't recommend this book highly enough for editors scrambling to re-train on Premiere Pro CS5/5.5. The depth of coverage on more advanced topics such as color grading, hardware optimization and media management will be particularly useful for professional editors. The up-to-date section on Adobe's Dynamic Link provides vital information to those wishing to integrate their Premiere workflow with After Effects, Audition, Media Encoder and Encore.

Although this book is aimed at experienced editors, it is appropriate for many intermediate-level editors familiar other Adobe applications. Basic and advanced editing techniques are clearly outlined, but this is not a how-to-learn-to-edit book.

The DVD features short exercises and video tutorials (in HD and mobile formats). Useful reference material is also included: keyboard shortcut tables and sections on DSLR, multicamera, Final Cut and Avid workflows.

A nice touch: purchasers of the Kindle/eBook edition have access to all the DVD cointent on the Peachpit Press website.… (plus d'informations)