video for the web
TRANSCRIPT
- Always use as much light as possible. Video needs light, especially HD.
- Never shoot the subject sitting in front of a window.
- Shooting outside in a building shadow and on overcast days is preferred.
Lighting
- Avoid plain white walls for backgrounds and white clothes.
Sound
- To get good sound, you MUST use an external lavaliere microphone with a compatible connector.
- If you can’t use an external microphone, get within four feet of your subject.
- Find a quiet location to conduct your interview.
Tripod
- Use a tripod whenever possible. A stable shot is less distracting.
- If you don’t have a tripod, resting the camera on a surface is better than handheld.
CompositionShooting the Interview
Center a subject who is speaking to the camera.
Use depth for your background when possible.
Post ProductionVideo Editing Software
PC: Windows Movie Maker Mac: iMovie (iMovie is in the Learning Commons)
Free Editing Software:- Virtual Dub- Wax
iMovie (app for iPhone and iPad) AndroVid ($1.99)
I would not recommend editing on a device as small as a cell phone. Need processing power, space and control.
Production Workflow: make sure your editor is compatible with your camera. And that your editor creates files that are compatible with your online hosting solution.
Free Copyright Free Music- Youtube now offers free copy right music for use on youtube.