"Boris FX is a recognized leader among plug-in developers. We are thrilled to rely on their expertise in diverse video editing platforms to help our customers automate the advertising coding process."
- Harold Geller, Managing Director, Ad-ID

Automatically Create Commercial Slates Based on Data from the Ad-ID Advertising Identification System

Boris Job Slate is an Apple Final Cut Pro plug-in that automatically creates commercial slates based on XML files received from the Ad-ID advertising identification and management system. Boris Job Slate imports Ad-ID XML files, automatically parses the data, and creates a commercial slate, eliminating the need for manual data entry. The text style, text layout, font type, and font size can be fully customized in the Boris Job Slate text window. Changes to the actual text are never saved, preserving data integrity and avoiding inadvertent changes to the imported Ad-ID information. Use pre-installed backdrops or create custom image plates. Move entire text objects relative to the background and change their scale using Final Cut Pro controls.

Feature Highlights

Automated Commercial Slate Creation. Boris Job Slate imports Ad-ID XML files, automatically parses the data, and creates a commercial slate, eliminating the need for manual data entry.
Customizable Text. The text style, text layout, font type, and font size can be fully customized in the Boris Job Slate text window. Changes to the actual text are never saved, preserving data integrity and avoiding inadvertent changes to the imported Ad-ID information.
Custom Backdrops. Use pre-installed backgrounds or create custom image plates.
Global Adjustment of Size and Position of Text. Move entire text objects relative to the background and change their scale using Final Cut Pro controls.
Watch Folder. Boris Job Slate includes a Watch Folder feature to assist clients in locating Ad-ID XML files that are not found in their default location.

System Requirements

Apple Final Cut Pro 6 or higher
Mac OS X 10.5 or higher
Intel-based Macintosh system

Boris Job Slate

"In today's digital environment, the ability to make slates using data from the Ad-ID database will support the workflow immensely. It makes sense that those producing and editing advertising in the motion image have the ability to seamlessly integrate the information."

- Matt Miller, President and CEO, Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP)

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