DVD authoring is the process of translating video to MPEG-2 format and creating the graphics, menus and navigation buttons necessary for creating a DVD of your video. DVD Authoring is the final step to transform your video production into a Hollywood style DVD that can be played on DVD players. Once authored, the DVD can be glass mastered for high volume production, or can be used for low volume duplication using DVD burning technology.

There are many components involved in authoring a comprehensive, full featured DVD master disc and coordinated packaging. Besides the MPEG-2 compression, menus, navigation buttons, chapter points, audio tracks and subtitles can be incorporated. Graphics for the disc and front and back of the DVD case will produce a polished, Hollywood movie style DVD.

Click to enlarge disc image.

Click to enlarge cover image.

Tim Bayer Productions can create the graphics for menus, sub menus and information pages, and perform the MPEG-2 compression for authoring your DVD master disc. We can incorporate chapter points, alternate audio tracks, and subtitles as needed. Our authoring expertise will produce an intuitive menu layout and easy button navigation. A director's cut audio track, as well as alternate language audio tracks can be added if desired. Subtitles for one language or multiple languages can be created if your DVD will be distributed in multiple language formats.

Contact us for more information about DVD authoring and creating a master DVD for your video.