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OG 101A Deko Basic Operations Quickstart - ALEX Value Add

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Overview:
This course emphasizes mastery of building a Deko graphic. This workshop teaches the essential skills of creating a graphic and playing it to air. Includes two additional ALEX online courses to use for review before, during, or after class: OG 101 Avid Deko Basic Operations, and OG 104 What's New in Avid Deko 4.0.

Audience:
Anyone new to the Deko product line should consider this course, including CG operators and broadcast art designers.

What you will learn:

  • Setting Preferences for an efficient Deko work environment
  • How to create a Deko graphic
  • How to use backgrounds and layers effectively
  • How to build graphic templates for automation
  • Build real-time and countdown clocks with ease
  • Efficient workflows using File Associations
  • Powerful on-air preproduction techniques using embedded effects and clips
  • Create a playlist using sequences
  • Tips and tricks for speed and efficiency
  • When tab layers work best and how to create them
  • Configuring the Deko for single or dual channel mode

Prerequisites:
Windows competency and a basic understanding of video technology are recommended. On-air or production experience is helpful.

Duration:
Onsite 2 days