Intro to Digital Video Production
A 12-part course with Mike's Digital Video Production
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Mike grew up making films and while he spent a short time as a radio broadcaster his career path led him to to the television industry and later to the production of films and videos. For over 30 years Mike owned and operated a corporate media... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 3 hr, 24 min
- Lessons 12
- Attachments 11
- Exercises 27
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108 CQ
12 Lessons in This Course
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15 minFREEPhotography lesson 1Free8 CQ
Want to take better videos for family mementos, YouTube, or a new career? Video production expert Mike Hughes introduces you to digital video camera options.
Want to take better videos for family mementos, YouTube, or a new career? Video production expert Mike Hughes introduces you to digital video camera options.
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16 minPhotography lesson 29 CQ
Learn which video camera accessories you need to keep your camera clean, dry and steady. Plus get professional tips for taking great hand held shots.
Learn which video camera accessories you need to keep your camera clean, dry and steady. Plus get professional tips for taking great hand held shots.
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16 minPhotography lesson 39 CQ
If you're new to shooting videos, learn about video camera movement—zooming, panning, tilting, dollying, trucking—and how to get steady, smooth moving shots!
If you're new to shooting videos, learn about video camera movement—zooming, panning, tilting, dollying, trucking—and how to get steady, smooth moving shots!
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15 minVideography lesson 48 CQ
When shooting a video, composition and framing are super important.This lesson covers the basics of how to frame your shot and compose the subject properly.
When shooting a video, composition and framing are super important.This lesson covers the basics of how to frame your shot and compose the subject properly.
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22 minPhotography lesson 512 CQ
Lighting is key for professional-quality video. Learn about exposure, light sources, color temperature, portrait lighting, and how to stage lighting for scenes.
Lighting is key for professional-quality video. Learn about exposure, light sources, color temperature, portrait lighting, and how to stage lighting for scenes.
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15 minPhotography lesson 68 CQ
The right lighting equipment can make or break your video—but it doesn't have to be expensive. Learn from a pro what's necessary to properly light a scene.
The right lighting equipment can make or break your video—but it doesn't have to be expensive. Learn from a pro what's necessary to properly light a scene.
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24 minPhotography lesson 713 CQ
Want to know how to get good quality sound while recording videos? Learn how in this lesson, along with post production methods to clean up your sound track.
Want to know how to get good quality sound while recording videos? Learn how in this lesson, along with post production methods to clean up your sound track.
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19 minVideo Editing lesson 810 CQ
Planning a video production before shooting it helps avoid mistakes. Learn about the three stages of video production and planning documents you should prepare.
Planning a video production before shooting it helps avoid mistakes. Learn about the three stages of video production and planning documents you should prepare.
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10 minVideo Editing lesson 96 CQ
Take a closer look at the very important video shot list, and two formulas for shooting scenes that will edit into perfect scenes for your epic video.
Take a closer look at the very important video shot list, and two formulas for shooting scenes that will edit into perfect scenes for your epic video.
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17 minPhotography lesson 109 CQ
There's a lot going on during a video shoot! In this lesson, learn about equipment staging areas, video production roles, and the importance of set etiquette.
There's a lot going on during a video shoot! In this lesson, learn about equipment staging areas, video production roles, and the importance of set etiquette.
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10 minVideography lesson 116 CQ
Making a documentary video, a marketing video, or creating a digital family history? Learn these professional insider tips for shooting video interviews.
Making a documentary video, a marketing video, or creating a digital family history? Learn these professional insider tips for shooting video interviews.
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18 minPhotography lesson 1210 CQ
Learn professional tips for video editing, post production, green screen shots, transition techniques, and editing software in this final course lesson.
Learn professional tips for video editing, post production, green screen shots, transition techniques, and editing software in this final course lesson.
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7 minFREEVideo Editing lessonFree4 CQ
Final Cut Pro X feels different from earlier versions of this video editing software. Whether you are new to this tool, or need a review, look no further!
Final Cut Pro X feels different from earlier versions of this video editing software. Whether you are new to this tool, or need a review, look no further!
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19 minVideo Editing lesson10 CQ
Now that you are familiar with the layout of Final Cut Pro X, try this lesson and see the software in action! Review each step in the process of editing a film.
Now that you are familiar with the layout of Final Cut Pro X, try this lesson and see the software in action! Review each step in the process of editing a film.
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3 minFREEVideography lessonFree2 CQ
Getting crisp audio on a film shoot is essential when shooting a documentary or short movie. In this lesson, get professional tips on how to use a boom mic!
Getting crisp audio on a film shoot is essential when shooting a documentary or short movie. In this lesson, get professional tips on how to use a boom mic!
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20187 min20-part Video Editing course105 CQ
What does filmmaking entail? This comprehensive course by director, cinematographer, and visual effects artist Tom Antos offers hope and detailed guidelines for independent filmmakers on tight budget. You’ll learn videography basics like the rule of thirds and depth of field, what type of lighting to use and when, and how to make a DIY dolly or car mount for filming. You won’t even need elaborate costumes or backgrounds because you’ll learn how to shoot with blue and green screens.
with Tom AntosWhat does filmmaking entail? This comprehensive course by director, cinematographer, and visual effects artist Tom Antos offers hope and detailed guidelines for independent filmmakers on tight budget. You’ll learn videography basics like the rule of thirds and depth of field, what type of lighting to use and when, and how to make a DIY dolly or car mount for filming. You won’t even need elaborate costumes or backgrounds because you’ll learn how to shoot with blue and green screens.
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15146 min15-part Videography course81 CQ
Learn how to fly the the DJI Phantom 3 Professional drone and film great aerial videos and photos! This course covers safety guidelines, flight drills, and tips for filming and editing quality video.
with Greg ChicvoyageLearn how to fly the the DJI Phantom 3 Professional drone and film great aerial videos and photos! This course covers safety guidelines, flight drills, and tips for filming and editing quality video.
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728 min7-part Videography course18 CQ
In this course, explore the essentials of DSLR videography to get going as a filmmaker. Learn how to choose the right camera, use quality external audio equipment, extend your battery life, and more!
with Dulabic StudioIn this course, explore the essentials of DSLR videography to get going as a filmmaker. Learn how to choose the right camera, use quality external audio equipment, extend your battery life, and more!
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31160 min31-part Videography course95 CQ
This cinematography course for beginners covers how to shoot beautiful videos with any camera! Learn to feel confident shooting, whether you're working on a documentary, narrative, or a wedding video.
with Video School OnlineThis cinematography course for beginners covers how to shoot beautiful videos with any camera! Learn to feel confident shooting, whether you're working on a documentary, narrative, or a wedding video.
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1056 min10-part Videography course33 CQ
Improve your visual storytelling skills with this introductory digital cinematography course. Learn about camera angles, focus, depth of field, color grading, filmmaking terms that pros use, and more!
with Dion SchuddeboomImprove your visual storytelling skills with this introductory digital cinematography course. Learn about camera angles, focus, depth of field, color grading, filmmaking terms that pros use, and more!
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13231 min13-part Light & Exposure course121 CQ
In this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
with Ken at EasyDSLRIn this beginner-level photography course by professional photographer Ken Schultz, discover key digital photography techniques! By the end of this course, you will get the perfect shot every time.
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1279 min12-part Night Photography course46 CQ
Famous composers aren’t the only ones who need to practice composition. This course from AMPA photographer Bernie Raffe covers photography composition rules, such as the rule of thirds and finding frames within frames. You’ll also learn subtle tricks that can make or break a photo, like how to deal with cluttered backgrounds and find repeating patterns. Finally, apply your newfound skills to commonly photographed scenes, like natural landscapes and firework displays.
with Bernie Raffe AMPAFamous composers aren’t the only ones who need to practice composition. This course from AMPA photographer Bernie Raffe covers photography composition rules, such as the rule of thirds and finding frames within frames. You’ll also learn subtle tricks that can make or break a photo, like how to deal with cluttered backgrounds and find repeating patterns. Finally, apply your newfound skills to commonly photographed scenes, like natural landscapes and firework displays.
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10101 min10-part Photography course58 CQ
Learn how to take awesome photos with your iPhone! In this fun course exploring the iPhone camera app, discover its built-in accessories, explore third party apps, and snap better selfies to share.
with Meira GottliebLearn how to take awesome photos with your iPhone! In this fun course exploring the iPhone camera app, discover its built-in accessories, explore third party apps, and snap better selfies to share.
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351 min3-part Photography course27 CQ
Switching your camera from automatic to manual will help you take control of your photography. In this brief photo course, review shutter speed, ISO, aperture, depth of field, lighting, and more.
Switching your camera from automatic to manual will help you take control of your photography. In this brief photo course, review shutter speed, ISO, aperture, depth of field, lighting, and more.
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17130 min17-part Photography course72 CQ
Excited to teach your kids photography? In this photography course for kids, they'll learn the basics of using a camera and taking photos, and then try out their skills on various fun photo projects.
with Video School OnlineExcited to teach your kids photography? In this photography course for kids, they'll learn the basics of using a camera and taking photos, and then try out their skills on various fun photo projects.
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337 min3-part 3D Design course20 CQ
Want to produce a professional-looking music video with multiple cameras? This course from award-winning filmmaker and digital strategy consultant Jesse Borkowski shows how to edit a multicam video.
with Jesse BorkowskiWant to produce a professional-looking music video with multiple cameras? This course from award-winning filmmaker and digital strategy consultant Jesse Borkowski shows how to edit a multicam video.
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1039 min10-part Video Editing course26 CQ
Master the art of video editing with this beginner-friendly course on using Final Cut Pro X. Learn how to perform basic functions in the software, and get key tips for speeding up the editing process.
with Dion SchuddeboomMaster the art of video editing with this beginner-friendly course on using Final Cut Pro X. Learn how to perform basic functions in the software, and get key tips for speeding up the editing process.
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18226 min18-part Video Editing course122 CQ
In this course for iMovie novices, discover everything you need to know for working with video, including organizing clips, editing video, adding sound effects, and exporting the final product!
with Nets@LifeIn this course for iMovie novices, discover everything you need to know for working with video, including organizing clips, editing video, adding sound effects, and exporting the final product!
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36226 min36-part Video Editing course132 CQ
Start editing video professionally with Adobe Premiere Pro! In this course for beginner video editors learn with the software used by professionals worldwide for every type of film production project.
with Video School OnlineStart editing video professionally with Adobe Premiere Pro! In this course for beginner video editors learn with the software used by professionals worldwide for every type of film production project.
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658 min6-part Adobe Suite course32 CQ
What does it take to make animated text—otherwise known as kinetic typography—for projects like music videos or title text for film? Discover in this kinetic typography course covering the basics!
with Video School OnlineWhat does it take to make animated text—otherwise known as kinetic typography—for projects like music videos or title text for film? Discover in this kinetic typography course covering the basics!