Foundational Pre-Production Documents
Lesson 6 from: Video Content Creation: Produce and Publish Videos that Get ViewsChris Hau
Foundational Pre-Production Documents
Lesson 6 from: Video Content Creation: Produce and Publish Videos that Get ViewsChris Hau
Lessons
Chapter 1. Intro
1Class Introduction
02:46Chapter 2. Developing Your Idea
2Chapter 2 Introduction
00:38 3Choosing the Best Platform For Your Vision
02:55 4What is a Project Brief?
01:02 5How to Use a Project Brief
00:47 6Foundational Pre-Production Documents
02:18Unpacking Real World Examples
01:49 8Chapter Two Recap
00:40Chapter 3. The 6 Key Elements of a Great Video
9Intro to Practical Storytelling Components
01:07 10Element One: Content (Visuals & Interviews)
05:08 11Element Two: Graphics/VFX
02:09 12Element Three: Call to Action
01:31 13Element Four: Voice Over
03:37 14Element Five: Sound & Music
02:08 15Element Six: Editing & Color Correction
03:14 16Bringing it Together with an Intro and Outro
02:00 17Chapter Three Recap
00:42Chapter 4. Introduction to Storytelling Tools
18Introduction to Storytelling Tools
00:26 19Introduction to Gear
01:24 20Building Your Kit
00:51 21Choosing Your Camera
04:41 22Supporting Your Camera
02:44 23Lighting Equipment Basics
02:22 24Sound & Microphone Basics
04:13 25Chapter Four Recap
00:30Chapter 5. Introduction to Shooting a Video
26Introduction to Shooting a Video
00:42 27The Camera
00:36 28Exposure Triangle
06:50 29White Balance
02:15 30Frame Rates
01:39 31Framing
04:31 32Basic Lighting
02:00 33Recording Sounds
05:15 34Conducting an Interview
02:49 35Recording Voice Over
01:30 36Chapter Five Recap
00:44Chapter 6. Setting Up to Shoot Your Video
37Setting Up to Shoot Your Video Shoot
02:58 38Framing Your Shots
02:31 39Working With Light
10:28 40Working With Sound
07:34 41Pro Video Tips
02:16Chapter 7. The Art of Editing
42The Art of Editing
00:27 43Understanding Shots and Pacing
02:08 44Seven Step Editing Process
03:15 45Bringing the Elements Together
02:52 46Shooting for Edit and Exporting Tips
03:22 47Using Fiverr Talent for Your Edit
01:49 48Chapter Seven Recap
00:46Chapter 8. Introduction to Video Marketing
49Introduction to Video Marketing
00:48 50How to Get Eyes on Your Videos
04:02 51How to Name Your Video for Conversion
03:01 52Video SEO Explained
01:56 53Email List
01:52 54Chapter Eight Recap
01:26Lesson Info
Foundational Pre-Production Documents
Now you don't necessarily need to have every single detail of each shot fully dialed in before the shoot. I'm an advocate for experimentation, and flexibility when on set, but this should always revolve around some kind of pre-thought out plan, and direction. Now there are multiple documents that will help you produce an engaging video on time and on budget. These documents include a call sheet, breakdown sheet, name and title sheet, schedule, script and shot list. These documents are often prepared by a director producer or project manager. Now, when I started out, I had to wear all of these hats including producer, videographer, salesperson, editor and marketing guru. So let's go through these sheets. Let's start with a call sheet. Now a call sheet is a document sent out to the cast and crew that outlines where they need to be for the following shoot day. It also outlines the daily shooting schedule for the day, informs the cast and crew of weather conditions, parking regulations and...
other important details. Here is an example of a call sheet that I use. The next is a breakdown sheet. A breakdown sheet is a one-page document that outlines everything you need in each specific scene. That includes actors, props, locations, vehicles, and makeup for your scene. Here is an example of a breakdown sheet. The next is a schedule. A shooting schedule is a project plan of each day's shooting for a film production. These range in complexity. We typically just include a breakdown of the day in our call sheet. The next is a script. A script is a document that outlines every oral, and visual element required to tell a story through video. Now we prepare a script with two columns. The right column showcases the dialogue that you'll hear in the video. This is either presented through an interview, talking head music or voiceover, and the left column includes all the visual, and oral elements to support the script in the right column. Now, depending on the type of script, and complexity of the video, we may include the ideas for B-roll in the left column. Here is an example of a script. Next is a shot list. Now a shot list is a document that outlines all the shots required to complete each scene. This may include wides, establishing, drone, closeups or macro. Here is an example of a shot list. Now with more experience, it will make sense to consider trying a method called storyboarding. But for now, let's talk about scripts in shot lists, and how they are your best friend when it comes to planning.
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Ratings and Reviews
a Creativelive Student
Ok, I really enjoyed this course but you should know it is a decent overview of what to do and in what order to do them. This is not going to show you HOW to do anything but it will show you WHAT you need to think about and how to approach a production in a professional manner. Chris knows his stuff really well and everything is covered but it is just an overview. Well worth your time, especially if you are new to video but just do not think that he is going to show you how to do everything.