As a professional video editor, my reputation depends on my thorough and complete understanding of the tools of the trade. Proficient in Final Cut Studio 3 (Final Cut Pro 7, Motion 4, Compressor 3, DVD Studio 4) and Avid Media Composer, I know what info to share with students and the benefits of working with the applications. But it’s more than that. Knowing the tools is one thing, knowing when and why to use them is quite another. I can share this professional insight with students to make.