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Ready to Roll – The Video Production Process

If you’ve done your pre-production thoroughly, then you should feel confident moving on to this next step — gathering the raw materials that you will use to build your visual story. These raw materials are your camera shots, including b-roll and interviews. The production stage is where you will finally collect the images and sound that will communicate directly to your audience. We’ll show you how to enhance your visual story by raising the quality of your shots: getting proper exposure, using the rule of thirds; and shooting sequences that promote continuity. We’ll also cover the importance of sound in your production, from recording natural sounds to interviews. Would you like to add mood and atmosphere to your interviews? We’ll teach you how to light an interview to help your subject look their best. Think of your footage as visual evidence that shows, not just tells your story.

Status: Cinematography
Status: Editing
BeginnerCourse58 hours

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AT

5.0Reviewed Oct 30, 2024

This course is a solid foundation for everyone who starts learning about creation videos. It's so helpful and informative. Love it.

GA

4.0Reviewed Dec 21, 2024

Grading on the last certificate is taking entirely too long!! I have been waiting for about two weeks. Am I doing something wrong?

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