FFMPEG is a free open-source tool running "under the hood" of many popular video players and websites (YouTube, etc.). In this introductory course, you'll learn to edit, share, and reformat video files with FFMPEG instead of buying expensive video editing software. An introductory course open to all levels, ideal for archivists, artists, and caretakers of home movies.

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The workshop includes:  

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- A fun and playful introduction to using the command line, which is a direct way to access your computer’s tools.

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- A step-by-step walkthrough for downloading and setting up FFMPEG on your computer

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Detailed instructions and walkthroughs of some basic commands to:

• Make a test video file from nothing
• Convert video files between "lossless" and "lossy" compression formats
• Trim files
• Combine two or more files
• Convert video files into gifs!

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Other cool tools, tips, and essential resources for advanced FFMPEG uses!

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Monday June 23

7 - 9 PM

Tickets: $30

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T.A.P.E. Patreon Members and Whammy! members can purchase tickets for a discounted price of $25! Consider becoming a member of T.A.P.E.’s Patreon for just $5 a month to access exclusive first tickets for workshops, discounts on screenings, rentals, and events, and much more!

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Presented by T.A.P.E. - a Los Angeles based 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to facilitating support for analog media through free digitizing, education, hands-on training, equipment rentals and volunteer opportunities. Teach, archive, preserve, exhibit.

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