Creating Effective Videos Phase Two: PRODUCTION

What is Production? This phase covers the actual shooting of the material that will become the video program. Directly builds from the planning and storyboarding in your Pre-Production Phase Requires collaboration with director, technicians, and performers.

Summarizing Production Steps – Use a camera that fits easily in your hands Hold your camera steady when shooting Adjust lighting needs Practice good quality audio techniques Rehearse Rehearse Rehearse Record your shots MOST OF ALL HAVE FUN AND REMEMBER………. K E E P I T S I M P L E

Whoa…keep it steady CAMERA TECHNIQUES – when you don’t have a tripod:  Become a human tripod – elbows tucked into body and cradle camera in hands  Brace yourself on something…lean elbows or body on a wall, table, etc.  To shoot low angles, sit with the camera firmly in your lap  Avoid walking while shooting OR use long steady strides, bend knees slightly and use your body as a tripod  Shoot wide – the wider the angle the less obvious camera shake

Let’s take a look….. 1) How to hold a camera 2) How to walk with a camera

If you can’t hear or see…. LIGHTING TIPS 1) If shooting indoor, use lamps or light kits (artificial) or let in some sun (natural) 2) If shooting outdoors, block the sun – reflectors/poster boards or use some shade SOUND TIPS 1) Use a headphone to hear the recording to your camera 2) If using a microphone, get close to your talent to avoid background noise Video is nothing without quality light and sound….use these tips for more professional looking productions.

 Time to Shoot USE A SHOT LOG Number your scenes Log your start and stop times Describe the shoot Develop a rating system PRACTICE Give your performers a visual of the project (storyboard) Review the script – what do they need to say Rehearse in front of the camera

 Example of Shot Log

Hands-On Time DEMONSTRATE HOW TO:  Load tape and battery  Learn how to power on and record  Basic effects – zooming and focus  Attach Microphone and Headphone Here’s you chance to get practical training ………get ready and shoot