Dear Campus Innovators,
Have you ever noticed that world-changing apps often begin with a simple observation about everyday life?
The MAIC Mobile App Innovation Contest is a flagship app development competition with a long-standing commitment to fostering innovation. The contest challenges students to turn insight into impact, using technology to solve real-world problems.
From AI and social impact to sustainability, smart mobility, and healthcare, students are encouraged to explore the issues that matter to them and build meaningful iOS apps that create practical value. The true spirit of the competition lies in celebrating students’ creativity and authentic self-expression. With the explosive growth of AI technologies in 2026, this year’s MAIC highlights the integration of AI Coding and creative application development.
This workshop focuses on video storytelling and how to quickly use editing tools to create short videos that showcase your work. It will also introduce the latest updates and participation details for the 2026 Mobile App Innovation Contest. We warmly invite you to join us and take on the innovation challenge !
Event Information
4/30 (Thur) 【From Ideas to Cut in 90 Minutes: Filming & Beat Detection Techniques】
This course aims to help you create a short video suitable for competition or submission. It starts with storyboarding and asset planning, then quickly introduces the essential tools and workflow in Final Cut Pro.
In the second half, you’ll learn how to use Beat Detection to identify music beats, apply efficient editing techniques for fast-paced cuts, and add simple effects to quickly create a smooth, polished video.
Learning Goals:
* Understand and apply the core editing workflow in Final Cut Pro within 90 minutes
* Use Final Cut Pro’s AI/automation features (e.g., Beat Detection) to create rhythm-based edits
* Learn basic storytelling and storyboarding for short videos
* Complete a 15–30 second video (including simple titles/effects and basic audio processing) and export it in a format suitable for submission or sharing
✤ Date & Time:
April 30 (Thu. ) , 9:30 –12:30 (Sign-in starts at 9:20)
✤ Venue:
Room 103 Future Classroom, Gongtong Lecture Building , NTU Main Campus
✤ Registration deadline: 4/27 (Mon.) 12:00 pm
✤ Agenda:
09:30 – 10:00 | Opening Keynote
10:00 – 10:15 | Video Planning & Storyboarding: Video types, field research, storyboarding basics, and B-roll
10:15 – 11:30 | Final Cut Pro Fundamentals: Interface overview, core features, AI tools, and adding effects
11:30 – 12:00 | Competition Briefing : MAIC Participation Guide and Team Formation Strategies
12:00 – 12:30｜Q&A
✤ Language: Mandarin
*Registration Deadline: April 27th 12:00pm
● Notice:
- To ensure a complete learning experience, Participants are encouraged to bring a Mac with an M-series chip and install Final Cut Pro in advance (subscription required). Please also bring a charger and headphones. Prepare 3~5 video clips (5~15 seconds each) if available; otherwise, practice materials will be provided. If you do not have a suitable device, we could provide limitted Mac laptops for participants. As the number of laptops is limited, we kindly recommend bringing your own MacBook if possible. Priority will be given to applicants who bring their own laptops.
- Once you’ve registered, please wait for the confirmation email on 4/27. Please note that only those who are accepted will be contacted.
● Organizers:
NTU x Apple Regional Training Center
Apple Authorized Education Specialist (Straight A)
● Contact Person:
I-Hsuan Lin, Tel: (02) 3366-3367#583, Email: ihsuan1999@ntu.edu.tw