Supporting Your Camera
Lesson 22 from: Video Content Creation: Produce and Publish Videos that Get ViewsChris Hau
Supporting Your Camera
Lesson 22 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
Supporting Your Camera
Now that we have familiarized ourselves with the camera, let's discuss the tools available to you to support the camera. The most basic and readily available form of support for your camera are your own two hands. Now, while shooting handheld may be the cheapest option, it does introduce some camera shake into your footage. No matter how still you may be, you're human, and your movements will be captured in your footage. Shooting handheld can be an artistic choice though, and it can add a very specific feeling to your video. An easy way to stabilize your camera handheld is to take your camera strap, put it around your neck, and then press outwards against your camera. This added pressure helps to stabilize your footage. The most well-known form of support for your camera is the tripod. There's two types of tripods that you can use to help create your video, a photo tripod and a video tripod. Since photo tripods are meant for photography, they are mainly used for static shots. If you wa...
nt to introduce movement to your shots, I would recommend using a fluid head tripod, otherwise known as a video tripod. The resistance in the fluid head is what enables you to get the smooth motion that you're looking for. Now, there are other ways to introduce movement into your shots without using a tripod, starting with a Steadicam. A Steadicam is like a weighted monopod. The weight is distributed in such a way that it counters the weight of the camera, making the camera appear weightless, which leads to a stable and smooth shot. Next is a gimbal. A gimbal is a motorized stabilizer for your camera. It utilizes small motors on each axis, pan, roll, and tilt , to counter the weight of the camera and render it weightless. Once balanced, your movements will be fluid and smooth. Since gimbals are motorized, they allow you to get interesting shots that you wouldn't normally be able to get, like a vortex shot. When it comes to stabilizing your camera, it's all about balance. When using a Steadicam or gimbal, it's very important to get the right balance, otherwise your shots will not be stable. Here are a few examples of Steadicam and a gimbal. (chill music) Now, a slider is a device that allows for smooth camera movements on a horizontal plane, also known as forward and backwards or left and right. Now, sliders can be electronic or manual, meaning that some of the more expensive options might come with a motor that can be controlled by an app, while some of the more affordable options will be operated by you. Sliders are best used for trucking shots. Now, if you're shooting on your phone, there are attachments or options for all of these supports designed specifically for smartphones.
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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.
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