Using Video & Film

Video Editing Software For Success

If you are going to make videos for the web you are going to need good video editing software. This is not something to skimp on. The way you edit your videos can make the difference between a few sales and a lot of sales. It can even improve video shot of a low cost camera. Read more for some tips.

Web Video – Adding Captions

Adding captions to your web videos is something you should consider. Given that over 20 million people are hard of hearing you may tap into a market you had not thought of. If you are afraid you can’t figure out how to add caption to web video, there are companies that can do it for you. Read more inside.

Fly Film Making or Videoing

You may not have heard of Fly Film Making. It is similar to Guerrilla Film Making which you also may be unfamiliar with. Fly Film Making is for short films but the concept is the same. You must make a film in the shortest time possible with limited equipment, money, resources and practice. It is a great project for students to learn the importance of time and resources in filming. Read more in this article.

Picking a Film Location

Location scouting is part of making a film or video. Someone has to travel to the potential location of the taping in order to prepare access to it. This means getting release forms and making accommodations for the actors and others. It is not as glamorous as one might think. If you are making your own video you may have to do all the work yourself. Read more in this film article.

Web Videoing Equipment

When you make your first web video there will be a few things you will need of course. The main thing is a digital video camera. You should get one with a hard drive so no tapes or DVDs are needed. A computer is needed as well, so get a good one that can handle editing videos. This means one with a large hard drive and CPU capacity, with top notch video and audio software installed. Read more in this article.

Tell a Story with Film

Film or video making is the art of telling a story on that medium. You are going to need a good story to do a good film or video. When you find that story, it will take a budget to get it made. Don’t be afraid to promote your film any way you can with t-shirt sales, bumper stickers, loans, etc. You may have to borrow equipment and find friends to help. Read more in this film article.

Your Film in a Film Festival

All about film festivals. What would you do to get your own film in a festival? It is the ultimate goal of any filmmaker to get into a film festival to show their movie. There are several film festivals to check out for possible entry. You will want to attend some first so you know what to expect. Read more in this article.

Adding Audio to Film

If you are going to make a good film or video of any kind you will need audio. You may not want to be the one to set up the audio so you may need to hire someone else, or find a friend. Many people shy away from the audio portion of filming since it may not be their “bag.” Proper microphone placement is mandatory if you want good sound as well as the use of more than one mic. Read more in this article.