5 Tips for Video Editing Beginners
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5 Tips for Video Editing Beginners

Just because all of us have a video camera does not mean we can professionally record events. It is not as easy as it looks and it is a craft that takes years to become proficient at. Especially video editing. Once you record that great video, how do you make it look good and entertaining.

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Audio for Video
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Audio for Video

Audio is possibly the most overlooked ele­ment in video production. That's too bad because audio quality can make or break any video project, regardless of budget. You may be able to fix some things in post-production, but why go to all the trou­ble when you can get it right the first time? This article explores 10 tips for gathering the best possible audio on your next shoot. Some are common sense tips, but many are hard-earned lessons from the field.

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Recording Sound with DSLR Cameras
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Recording Sound with DSLR Cameras

Sound recording is possible with the DSLR camera's built­-in monaural microphone or a commercially available external stereo microphone connected to the camera via its 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini plug jack. Here’s how you can do it.

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Building Flats: Step-by-Step Guide
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Building Flats: Step-by-Step Guide

A step-by-step guide to building muslin flats for your school theatre productions. The advantages to muslin are that it is light-weight, cheap (when bought in bulk), and has a very nice finished surface that tends to absorb stage-lighting more.

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How Do I Get Music Copyright Permission?
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How Do I Get Music Copyright Permission?

If the video you are creating is not to be shown anywhere other than in your own school classroom as part of a class project, you may use the music if your teacher approves. However, if the video will be played outside of your classroom, you must obtain “copyright licenses” for the program.

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Copyright Issues When Using Music in Videos
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Copyright Issues When Using Music in Videos

Regardless of the possibility of “getting away with it,” it is our responsibility to teach students legal and ethical practices when using technology in this digital age.  And, as students begin to create their own works, they will understand the importance of ownership and copyright laws, especially as they seek credit and payment for their own creations. 

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