Macintosh® Applications

iMovie®

What is iMovie®?

iMovie iMovie® is a video editing applications that comes with the iLife suite for Mac computers. This application allows you to capture your video digitally into your computer. Modify your video by editing clips, adding narration or music in the background. iMovie® also allows you to import still photos from iPhoto into your movie. You can then export this video in a variety of formats. Videos created in iMovie® can be burned to DVD, played on your local computer or played via the web.

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Is there a cost associated with iMovie®?

Clemson does not have a site license for the iLife® suite. However, most Mac computers come with the iLife® suite. If you have an older Mac that does not have iLife® or if you would like to upgrade your iLife® suite to the latest version, you can visit the Clemson Apple Store on campus at the Edgar A. Brown University Union or buy it at the Apple Store online for between $59 -$79.

You may also have additional expenses for the following items:

An external microphone
A digital video camera
A IEEE 1394 to 6-Pin Firewire cable

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Can I download iMovie®?

No. However, you can purchase the iLife® '08 suite from the Clemson Apple Store on campus at the Edgar A. Brown University Union or buy it at the Apple Store online for between $59 -$79. Once you purchase the iLife® '08 suite, you can download iMovie® HD 6 Download for free.

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How do I use iMovie®?

There are currently multiple versions of iMovie® being used on the Clemson University campus. Listed below are tutorials and help documentation on how to use iMovie® '06 and iMovie® '08.

iMovie® '06

iMovie® HD 6 Download (.HTM)
iMovie® '06 Multimedia Tutorials (.HTM)

iMovie® '08

iMovie® Getting Started Guide (.PDF)
iMovie® Video Tutorials (.HTM)
Apple Support for iMovie® '08 (.HTM)
iMovie® Keyboard Shortcuts (.HTM)
iMovie® Camcorder Support (.HTM)
Audio Tips and Techniques (.HTM)
Editing Tips and Techniques (.HTM)
New Features of iMovie® '09 (.HTM)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Review the Apple iMovie® Discussion forums or the "Unofficial" iMovie® FAQ to review frequently asked questions regarding iMovie®.

Do we offer Instructor-Led training for iMovie®?

Yes. CCIT currently offers instructor-led training for employees. Please view our training calendar to register for these available classes. Click the links below to download the class handouts.