Step One – Always remember
It’s a conversation – Be You – Be Authentic There are two common mistakes most people make when starting to use video. Doin Too Much – so many times people start off thinking of a production that is far too involved for their skill level Expecting perfection !! There can always be improvements – at… Continue reading Step One – Always remember
Step 2 – Lighting
Lighting With just a little planning you can make a bad video a good one. Take a minute and figure out the best angle to shoot at to maximize whatever light is available. .
Step 3 – Framing
What are you shooting ? How do you make it interesting. On Camera – Right is Left !!! The Rule of 3rds Try to keep the right side of the finished frame (so left side when you’re shooting) open ….. in North America everyone reads left to right – so the by standing on the… Continue reading Step 3 – Framing
Step 4 – Composition
Remember Nats – theses videos are written for sales people. So when I say “make peoples dreams come true” “solve problems” you should think about – sharing information, making things interesting. Think of your call to action as inviting people to stop by, maybe telling them where you are. The important concept is the consisent… Continue reading Step 4 – Composition
Step 5 – Holding Your Camera
When you first start out there is a lot to think about, the setting, the framing, the sound, the lighting …… WHAT YOU WANT TO SAY !!! At first the list will seem really long but as you practice you’ll find many of the steps become automatic – but there is always WHAT YOU WANT… Continue reading Step 5 – Holding Your Camera
Step 6 – Sound
Sound Is The Most Important Part Nats…. the iRig mic I’ve sent to you should give you great sound in almost any environment. But if you’re shooting outdoors wind may become an issue. If that’s the case often the solution is as simple as turning around, or trying to tuck in beside something (a building… Continue reading Step 6 – Sound
Editing With iPad
The images I put at the start and end could be – |AND should Be – short videos – much more impactful Natalie – If you have questions just let me know
Editing Using Windows Movie Maker
This is a great software to start with – really simple to use and really good quality rendering.