This page outlines the process of making a video. It is intended for people who are completely new to video making, and who may be wondering where to start or how to tackle a particular video project.
There are two things to understand about making videos:
In theory, making a video is as simple as following the three-step process below. If you complete these steps properly you'll have a good video.
In reality there are many factors that will influence how well the process works. To make it work properly and consistently, you need to spend a lot of time acquiring a lot of skills (links to tutorials are given below).
The 3-Part Video-Making Process
Technical Name:
For the beginner this means:
What you need to do:
Pre-Production
Planning the video and gathering any resources you might need.
Planning is the most important step! Unfortunately the ability to plan videos is a skill that takes time to develop, and you really need to gain experience in the next two steps before you will become good at this one. Still, you can get started by planning a few basics such as: * The approximate length of the final video, how many shots you will need to achieve this, how much talking you can fit in, etc.
What music or other sounds will be added to the video.
A script or storyboard.
What medium and format the final video will be shown in. Be aware of any special requirements of the medium, and the best way to convert (encode) into the correct format.
Production
Camera work and sound recording.
Camera work involves a range of skills from recognising the potential for a good shot to knowing how to use the technical-looking controls on your camera. The better your skills are in all areas, the better your videos will be.
Vision and sound are equally important in most video, so learn how to capture good sound as well as good pictures.
Unless you have some other artistic purpose, camera work should be steady, in focus, well-exposed and well-framed.
Post-Production
Editing and/or encoding the finished video.
Beginner-level editing usually includes: * Removing unwanted footage
Arranging desired footage in the correct order
Adding music, titles, transitions and possibly other effects
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How to Make a Video
This page outlines the process of making a video. It is intended for people who are completely new to video making, and who may be wondering where to start or how to tackle a particular video project.There are two things to understand about making videos:
The 3-Part Video-Making Process
Vision and sound are equally important in most video, so learn how to capture good sound as well as good pictures.
Unless you have some other artistic purpose, camera work should be steady, in focus, well-exposed and well-framed.
AYV logo
thumbnail template.pdf storyboard.pdf
Samples of PSA student films:
AYV films you may have to join
Vidmeo films
shot types
camera angles MORE CAMERA ANGLES video showing shots
camera movement
video interviews
green screens
jobs in video
Audacity Tutorial:
Video Cameras Manual
Alex. Lewis and Stephens movie on Youtube
Kyuss -student Music Video - video powered by Metacafe
Video showing the positive change from a group that raised money using twitter. Listen to the podcast on Twitter for social change on the Society and Technology Page.