I'm fairly new to modding, but I have been getting the hang of it bit by bit by myself. Though I still have quite a bit to learn and programs to collect before I make a worthwhile mod. I am a big Anime-type of guy, and am the author/artist to a manga called Praigaku.
Figured out the easiest way to make a new opening cinematic is to simply get a new model for each ship. I still haven't replaced the Mon Cal cruiser with the intended new capital ship. But Akbar has the Blue Diver :D (off screen ATM)