I make educational videos for computer enthusiasts on YouTube, but I have to do everything myself. Lighting, sound, script, talent, editing, posting, video description, video thumbnail, marketing… Problem is, without a crew, shots have to stay static. I can use digital zoom, but it …(Read the rest)
I am an absolute video newbie and am now filming my Church’s small service on Sundays. I have a basic camcorder, but our resources are few. There is lots of movement and many things/events happening unexpectedly that are important to capture. …(Read the rest)
I heard you on Lex and Terry and thought I’d check out your site. I just bought an HD camcorder and will be editing a 5 minute, short film. What editing software do you suggest? –Anthony Abbate There are two kinds of people …(Read the rest)
“Video is never finished. It’s just taken away.” I don’t remember where I first heard this old saying, but I wish I had said it. Do I get to take credit for it if I repeat it a lot? Probably not, …(Read the rest)
I was once taught that B-roll is best cut in 3’s, but in this piece I couldn’t get that to work with the pacing on the dialogue. Does the edit feel forced in this piece? What other “rules or tips” of …(Read the rest)
Yes, you got a new editing program that does dissolves, star-shaped wipes, spiral dissolves, clock wipes digital bouncing block transitions and more. When you watch a movie, or network TV, do you see any of those effects? No. Why not? Because …(Read the rest)
“Keep Your Video Short” is number 10 in a series of 12 video tips to improve your video instantly. When it comes to video, the old show-business expression “Always leave them wanting more” applies. Anything worth saying in video is worth saying …(Read the rest)
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