Basic Instructions for Making a Video
This is a basic overview of how to make a video for a class assignment. I may have specific instructions or requirements for how the video is to be created.
Be sure to review the assignment instructions to ensure you meet the course requirements. :) 1. Prepare the Content ● Create your storyboard. This will include:
○ Type of video (live action, screen capture, motion graphic or combination of types) ○ Topics to cover/scenes ○ Plan how it should look ● Create your script: ○ Introduce yourself, the course, and the assignment ○ Include the objectives and requirements for the video presentation, if appropriate ○ Demonstrate practice or mastery of your topic ● Create note or cue cards for the script. ● Practice the presentation using your script |
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2. Create the video -- with a camera or on a computer
Using Actors:
○Select a quiet location
○ Orient the camera: landscape NOT portrait
○ Position the camera: subject matter should be entirely visible within frame
○ Make sure there is proper/sufficient lighting: no backlighting
○ Run a test ■ audio/sound make sure the audio is loud enough ■ video make sure image is clear (clean lens)
○ Record final version of the scenes and script
Using Computer: Screen Capture or Motion Picture Graphics
○ Create a presentation using software, then use screen recording software such as Jing to video record your comments as you play the presentation.
○ Combine your voice with text, images and animations in:
Powerpoint, Google slides, Prezi or Powtoon
○Select a quiet location
○ Orient the camera: landscape NOT portrait
○ Position the camera: subject matter should be entirely visible within frame
○ Make sure there is proper/sufficient lighting: no backlighting
○ Run a test ■ audio/sound make sure the audio is loud enough ■ video make sure image is clear (clean lens)
○ Record final version of the scenes and script
Using Computer: Screen Capture or Motion Picture Graphics
○ Create a presentation using software, then use screen recording software such as Jing to video record your comments as you play the presentation.
○ Combine your voice with text, images and animations in:
Powerpoint, Google slides, Prezi or Powtoon
3. Edit the video
* imovie, Windows movie maker, etc...