Web Video University Review : Create Dazzling Videos - FREE Bonus Tips!
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Create Dazzling Web Videos - No Experience Needed
Web Video University Review:
Since web video is one of the hottest trends on the internet, it was only a matter of time for something like this to come along. Whether you want to create videos to promote your products or services, or just want to learn how to make professional looking web videos, Web Video University can show you how. Maybe you're looking to be a freelance video producer, making money creating videos for others? Whatever your goal, this well laid-out course can help.
COURSE OUTLINE
The course is set up as four weekly modules of indepth video training, taking you from the basics through advanced techniques to produce high quality, eye-catching videos. Learn at your own pace in a "virtual" classroom setting - you don't need to complete each module within a week. In fact, the course materials are available to you for a full year.
No prior experience is needed and you won't even have to buy video editing software. All the software tools you need to complete the course projects are available as 30-day trials so you can "try before you buy."
INSTRUCTOR
The course is taught by David Kaminski, a seasoned veteran in the video world, and he does an outstanding job taking you through each and every step of the learning process. He may be a bit "dry" but the content is excellent. From how to get professional sound and lighting - on any budget - to powerful, yet amazingly simple, editing tricks that will give your videos a polished look, David shows you with interesting videos and behind the scenes access on how things are done. He even shows you how to build your own teleprompter system on the cheap. Very cool.
FINAL THOUGHTS
In a nutshell, Web Video University does video training right. You'll learn everything you need in the four week course - at a price comparable to taking a course at a community college, only without the books and the commute. And with gas prices where they are, that's a savings of time and money!
Since its original launch, this program has been expanded and is now known as Club WVU. Check out the YouTube video below or visit this Squidoo Lens for more on the new program.
Since web video is one of the hottest trends on the internet, it was only a matter of time for something like this to come along. Whether you want to create videos to promote your products or services, or just want to learn how to make professional looking web videos, Web Video University can show you how. Maybe you're looking to be a freelance video producer, making money creating videos for others? Whatever your goal, this well laid-out course can help.
COURSE OUTLINE
The course is set up as four weekly modules of indepth video training, taking you from the basics through advanced techniques to produce high quality, eye-catching videos. Learn at your own pace in a "virtual" classroom setting - you don't need to complete each module within a week. In fact, the course materials are available to you for a full year.
No prior experience is needed and you won't even have to buy video editing software. All the software tools you need to complete the course projects are available as 30-day trials so you can "try before you buy."
INSTRUCTOR
The course is taught by David Kaminski, a seasoned veteran in the video world, and he does an outstanding job taking you through each and every step of the learning process. He may be a bit "dry" but the content is excellent. From how to get professional sound and lighting - on any budget - to powerful, yet amazingly simple, editing tricks that will give your videos a polished look, David shows you with interesting videos and behind the scenes access on how things are done. He even shows you how to build your own teleprompter system on the cheap. Very cool.
FINAL THOUGHTS
In a nutshell, Web Video University does video training right. You'll learn everything you need in the four week course - at a price comparable to taking a course at a community college, only without the books and the commute. And with gas prices where they are, that's a savings of time and money!
Since its original launch, this program has been expanded and is now known as Club WVU. Check out the YouTube video below or visit this Squidoo Lens for more on the new program.
Contents at a Glance
Video Tips and Tricks: The Basics
If you are shooting your own video, even with just a basic camcorder, there are plenty of tips to insure you have a quality end result.
First and foremost, always use a tripod or similar accessory to keep your camera steady. Jumpy video is hard to watch, folks, unless perhaps you're aiming for a sequel to the "Blair Witch Project." Since that's highly unlikely, use the tools that will make for smooth panning and steady shots.
Lighting can be an issue, whether indoors or out. If outdoors, shoot so that shadows are limited on the subject, which generally means the sun is behind the camera operator. Indoors, if you don't have the option for professional lighting, then aim for a good broad lighting over the subject(s) and be sure you aren't filming someone standing in front of a window when it's light out.
Also avoid unnecessary zooming in and out while shooting video. Some people get a little carried away with this and the result is video that's hard to watch. If you really feel zooming in is needed after shooting video, you can achieve this in the editing process with just about any of today's video editing software packages.
First and foremost, always use a tripod or similar accessory to keep your camera steady. Jumpy video is hard to watch, folks, unless perhaps you're aiming for a sequel to the "Blair Witch Project." Since that's highly unlikely, use the tools that will make for smooth panning and steady shots.
Lighting can be an issue, whether indoors or out. If outdoors, shoot so that shadows are limited on the subject, which generally means the sun is behind the camera operator. Indoors, if you don't have the option for professional lighting, then aim for a good broad lighting over the subject(s) and be sure you aren't filming someone standing in front of a window when it's light out.
Also avoid unnecessary zooming in and out while shooting video. Some people get a little carried away with this and the result is video that's hard to watch. If you really feel zooming in is needed after shooting video, you can achieve this in the editing process with just about any of today's video editing software packages.
Great Video Software at Amazon
When you're ready to buy, you'll get the best prices at Amazon
Final Cut Express 4
The best bargain choice for Mac users (especially if you don't have the option of running a Windows emulator). Final Cut Express is a slimmed down version of the far more expensive Final Cut Pro.
Amazon Price: Too low to display (as of 11/12/2009) 
Sony Vegas Movie Studio 9 Platinum Pro Pack
Amazon Price: $89.99 (as of 11/12/2009)
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