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.
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.
Two-Column, Split-Page Script Format
The two-column, split-page script format is used for multiple-camera productions, as well as for advertisements and corporate and instructional videos. Here’s how to lay it out, from characters to dialogue to scenes.
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.
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.
8 Tips for Beginning Videographers
Avoid these beginner mistakes that nearly everyone makes when they pick up a video camera. The worst offender is the constant zooming and panning that pervades every shot. Do you really need to get a closer look at your subject?
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.
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.