10+Tips

=10 Tips for Better Video =

• Use camera supports whenever practical, especially for telephoto shots. • Shoot mostly medium and medium closeup shots. • Tell a complete story that has a beginning (introduction), middle (main message), and ending (conclusion). • Shoot to edit. • Shoot sequences. • Keep it short! Just about every program could be improved by editing out shots and scenes that are too long or redundant. Cut the shot after it has delivered its message. Most people let their scenes run much too long, making viewers anxious to hit the road. • Vary the pace of your programs. Include a variety of shots. • Record 10 seconds extra on the front and back of your shot. Start the camera early, let it run long. This will give you more choices when editing. • The music you use must be appropriate to the video action. Use instrumental pieces (no words) for background music during narrations. • Avoid dressing your subjects in white or placing them in front of bright backgrounds. This can play tricks with your camcorder’s **[| auto exposure] **.