Videos play a big role in how we view things in our world, and knowing how to take good ones can be a vital part in capturing memories to keep for a lifetime. But knowing how to take and make good videos is just like learning how to take good photographs; unless you are a photo prodege, it takes time and practice to master the art. Great news though, anyone can become good at making videos and thanks to today’s technology, you can even create pro videos with the camera in your pocket. That’s right, you don’t have to invest in a $5000 camera to get the video skills you want. You already have a perfectly amazing camera in your phone, and there are definitely ways to unlock its full potential. If you are in need of some help making a good video, then look no further. We have gathered 5 tips to help you get the video you want and unlock your inner movie maker and whether you have an amazing DSLR with video capture capabilities that you need some help with or you just want to make an awesome video on your iPhone, these tips are for you.
5 Tips:
1. Get a Tripod: Tripods are one of the most important inventions for camera users as it allows the camera to stay stable while taking photos and videos, providing the clearest shot possible. If you are planning on making pro videos, you will definitely want to invest in one of these to get the result you imagined. Tripods are relatively inexpensive, although if you are looking for a more top-of-the line one it might cost you a little bit. But in the long run, you will definitely get your money’s worth and your videos will thank you. Since tripods can range from around $20 to around $1000, make sure to do your research to see which one will help you make the most out of your videography experience.
2. Choose Your Orientation: If you are planning on making a good video, pay close attention to which orientation you wish to shoot in. You can either choose to take your videos in portrait or landscape, but make sure you only choose one as them two together makes a tacky-looking video. So make sure to decide which orientation you wish to shoot in and stick to it! (We recommend shooting in landscape given technology’s advances in widescreens!)
3. Easy with the Zoom: Zoom can be a powerful tool if used sparingly and properly. On DSLRs, depending on the lens that is used, zoom can provide an amazing, close-up shot of your subject. But on our cameras on our phones, not used properly, zoom can be detrimental to your video-taking projects. Unless using a tripod, zoom can and will show the shakiness of the one behind the camera and can lead to an unclear shot and to someones’ dizziness. So if you plan on shooting close-up to your subject, just move in closer and go easy with the zoom.
4. Play with Angles: Instead of shooting one video with the same angle and just panning your shot the whole time, shooting from different angles to add variety and interest to your video. Take short clips at different spots around your subject and edit them so they make the video flow and add interest to your shots, your video and viewers will thank you. So don’t be afraid to play around with different angles and have fun with it!
5. Crowdfunding, With the Help of a Video: Just like photographs, videos can definitely help your crowdfunding or fundraising campaign. Videos make it easy to tell your story and provide people with the information they may need to believe in your campaign, allowing you to raise the goal you set. Videos are a compelling way to show your audience the who, what , where, when and why of your story and bring them inside the world of the campaign beneficiary. Wishbazaar makes it easy to upload videos for your wish or crowdfunding campaign, giving you the opportunity to show the world what makes you and your story worth supporting. So don’t be afraid to use a video to show why you want people to support your wish or crowdfunding campaign as it allows you the most opportunity to raise as many funds as you need for your cause.
Videos enable us to show pieces of our lives to anyone who wishes to see them and allow us to share our stories with the world. We hope these 5 tips helped inspire you to make good videos and maybe even use them for your crowdfunding or fundraising campaign. Remember that, like photography, you only get good if you keep working at it so try different things and have fun with it! Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither will your videography skills, so keep working at it and your desired results will come.