Description
In this course, you will :
- Learn the fundamentals and advanced techniques of videography, such as ISO, Aperture, Frame Rate, Shutter Speeds, and much more.
- Learn how to light a video using a variety of lights.
- Learn how to record audio using a variety of devices such as lavalieres, hand held recorders, shotgun microphones, studio microphones, and much more.
- Enhance the sound and lighting in your videos (for business or for personal use).
- Master online video calls for interviews, business development, acquiring more customers, and other purposes.
- Make a basic or advanced studio in your home or workplace.
- Understand how gimbals, tripods, and other accessories work and how they can help you advance your video skills.
- To make your videos look more professional, learn how to use sliders, jibs, and other video tools.
- In this course, we unbox and demonstrate how to use a massive number of products (MORE THAN 100) to help you decide which products to use.
- Discover how to edit videos like a pro!
Syllabus :
1. How to Take this Course & the Basics of Video & Audio (Using DSLRs & Mirrorless)
- Introduction & How to Take this Course (Index of Topics Attached in PDF Format)
- Intro to the Basics of Video & Audio:3 Steps for Video +3 Steps for Audio
- Intro to ISO, Image Sensors, DSLR + Mirrorless Cameras & the Camera Body
- Understanding Frames Per Second
- Aperture, F-Stops, Depth of Field, Shutter Speed & Lenses
- Exercise on ISO ["Round One!]
- Exercise on FPS ["Round 2"]
- Adding Filters, Lights and What is White Balance?
- Introduction to Recording Excellent Quality Audio
- Tripods & Other Video+Audio Peripherals to Consider Using
- Histograms, Exposure Meter And Cleaning Your Camera
- Advanced Topics + DSLR & Mirrorless Camera Conclusion & Which One Should You Buy
2. Webcams: Pros & Cons + Do You Need One + Lights /Audio/Peripherals +How to Use
- Introduction to the Webcam Section (What, Why and How of this Section)
- How to Choose a Webcam
- How to Install a Webcam with Settings for Windows
- How to Get Great Audio for Webcam
- Lighting and Composition for Webcam
- Webcam Settings for Mac
3. Smart Phones:Pros & Cons +Do You Need One +Lights /Audio/Peripherals +How to Use
- Smartphones: The What Why and How We'll Do This
- Smartphone Picture Settings
- Smartphone Lighting Options
- Smartphone Audio Intro
- Getting Awesome Audio on Your Smartphone
- Getting Optimum Audio on Your Smartphone
- How to Get Shallow Depth of Field With a Smartphone
- Putting All the Pieces Together with Studio on a Stick
4. GoPro: How to Use +Pros & Cons + Do You Need It + Lights /Audio/Peripherals
- Introduction to the GoPro Section (What, Why and How of this Section)
- Pros and Cons of Using a GoPro
- What GoPro to Buy or Consider Buying
- What Lights and Lens Filters Should you Consider Buying for a GoPro?
- What Audio Equipment Should you Consider Buying (if any) for a GoPro?
- What Other Equipment/Peripherals Should you Consider Buying (if any) for a GoPro
- How to Set Up & Use a GoPro and What’s in the Box?
- Filming Outdoors or Indoors with a GoPro
5. Drones: How to Use + Pros & Cons + Do You Need One + Lights /Audio/Peripherals
- Introduction to the Drone Section (What, Why and How of this Section)
- DJI Pro 2 Zoom Drone + Pros and Cons of Using a DJI Mavic Pro 2 Zoom
- What DJI Drones to Buy or Consider Buying
- What Accessories Will You Need?
- How to Set Up Your Drone and What is in the Box?
- Preparing for Lift Off!
- Your Drone Camera Settings and Exposure
- The Controller
- Basic Piloting
- Our Favorite Uses of the Drone
- Exercise on Drones ["Round 4"]
6. Prosumer: Pros & Cons + Do You Need One + Lights /Audio/Peripherals +How to Use
- Introduction to the Prosumer Cameras Section
- Prosumer Cameras - The What Why and How
- Prosumer Camera Control Settings
- Lighting Options for Prosumer Cameras
- Audio Setup for Prosumer Cameras
- Tripod and Monitor Options for Prosumer Cameras
- How to Shoot a Feature With a Prosumer Camera
- "Love Hurts" - Short Narrative Film Shot With a Prosumer Camera
- Lighting and Shooting for Greenscreen
- How to Make an Awesome Greenscreen Video in Premiere Pro for Windows
- How to Make an Awesome Greenscreen in Final Cut Pro
- How to Read a Teleprompter Like a Pro
7. Cinema Cams: How to Use Them + Setting Up & Using a Canon C300 Mark ii
- Cinema Cameras Part 1: How to Use them & What Are All the Buttons On them For?
- Cinema Cameras Part 2: The External Screen + Connecting to Wifi and HDMI
- Cinema Cameras Part 3: Using and Changing the Cinema Camera Settings
8. Editing (How to Edit Like a Pro!)
- Introduction to the Editing Section (What, Why and How of this Section)
- How to Choose Editing Software
- How to Choose Your Music
- How to Make Motion Graphics
- How to Edit With Keyframes
- How to Do Jump Cuts
- How to Work With Text Onscreen
- How to Do Music Transitions
- How to Edit for Speed
- Fixing an Imperfect Greenscreen
- The Editing Exercise
- The Practice Edit Tutorial in Final Cut Pro
- The Practice Edit Tutorial for Premiere Pro in Windows
9. Live Streaming with Wirecast:Everything You Need to Know to Make a GREAT Webcast
- Introduction to the Wirecast Section (What, Why and How of this Section)
- Setting Up Wirecast and Adding 2 Cameras, 1 Microphone and More
- Adding a 3rd Camera
- Adding Very High End Audio and a 4th Camera
- Adding More Layers + Stream Deck & XKeys (High End Broadcast Keyboard)
- Adding a PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom) Camera and Joystick
10. Unboxing & How to Use MANY Products: Sorted Alphabetically by Category then Name
- Introduction to the Unboxing Section (What, Why and How of this Section)
- AUDIO: GoPro Audio Accessories
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: Blue Yeti Base and Pro Models
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: Lavalier (Rode brand)
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: Lavaliere that is Wireless (Rode brand bundle)
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: Lavalier (YouMic brand)
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: SHOTGUN: Rode Video Mic (Larger Size Shotgun Microphone)
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: SHOTGUN: Rode Video Mic Pro (Medium Size Shotgun Microphone)
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: SHOTGUN: Rode Video Micro (Small Size Shotgun Microphone)
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: STAND: Basic Floor Stand
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: STAND: PSA1 Studio Arm Stand by Rode
- AUDIO: MICROPHONE: STAND: Radius 2 Shock / Noise Absorber
- AUDIO: SOUND IMPROVEMENT: Foam and Spray to Use to Stick to Walls/Ceilings
- AUDIO: RECORDER: H1N Zoom
- AUDIO: RECORDER: H6 Zoom
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Canon 5D Mark iii
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Canon C300
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Canon C300 Mark ii
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Canon Cine 14mm Cinema Lens , 1:3.1 F-Stop, Ø = 116.8mm
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Canon EF 24mm-105mm, 1:4 F-Stop, Ø = 77mm
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Canon EF 50MM, 1:1.2 F-Stop, Ø = 72mm
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Canon M50 Mirrorless Camera
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Drone (Mavic 2 Zoom model by DJI)
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Drone Filters (for Mavic 2 Zoom model by DJI)
- CAMERAS/LENSES: FILTERS: Lens Filter Size Adaptors for DSLRs/Mirrorless Cameras
- CAMERAS/LENSES: FILTERS: Lens Filters & Polarizer for GoPros
- CAMERAS/LENSES: FILTERS: ND + CPL + UV Lens Filters for DSLRs/Mirrorless Cams.
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Focus Ring Rig (for faster and more precise manual focusing)
- CAMERAS/LENSES: GoPro
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Logitech Brio 4K Webcam
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Nikon D3500
- CAMERAS/LENSES: PTZ [Push Tilt Zoom] Camera by PTZ Optics
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Sony A73 & Lens (FE 1.4/24 GM)
- CAMERAS/LENSES: Wireless Transmitter for C300: "WFT-8A"
- GIMBALS/HAND HELD Accessories for Cameras: Ronin-S Gimbal
- GIMBALS/HAND HELD Accessories for Cameras: Osmo 2 Gimbal
- LIGHTS: 3 Lights Setup (using Practilights brand)
- LIGHTS: Amaran Small Portable Light (Apurture brand)
- LIGHTS: Batman Car Door Light : )
- LIGHTS: Cinefoil (similar to aluminum foil for blocking light)
- LIGHTS: Diva Ring Light
- LIGHTS: GVM Large Color Light (GVM stands for Great Video Maker)
- LIGHTS: GVM Medium Non-Color Light (GVM stands for Great Video Maker)
- LIGHTS: GVM Small Color Light (GVM stands for Great Video Maker)
- LIGHTS: Impact Telescopic Collapsible Reflector Holder (for outdoors fill light)
- LIGHTS: Kino Flo Bank Lights (great for green screens given the even lighting)
- LIGHTS: Retro Lightbulb
- LIGHTS: Strip LED Lights
- LIGHTS: Viltrox Lower End Portable Lights
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Atomos Shogun Inferno Monitor and Storage Device
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Battery for Backup and Surge Protection by APC
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Battery for GoPro
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Battery and Charger for Mavic 2 Zoom Drone
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: BlackMagic UltraStudio Box (to connect camera to PCs)
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Caldigit Computer Port Extender / Power Source
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Cleaning Kit for Cameras and Lenses
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Drone Carrying Case
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Flex Lens Shade
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Foot Pedals
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Keyboard/Joystick for PTZ Camera (Pan Tilt Zoom)
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Hard Drives for Editing and Backup
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Pack of 50+ GoPro Accessories
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Large Backpack for Camera Equipment
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Pelican Suitcase for Camera Equipment
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Props
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Remote for GoPro
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Replacement Power Cable
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Small Backpack for Camera Equipment
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Throat 37 Spray (clears throat - used by singers)
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Webcast Tool: "Xkeys"
- MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES: Webcast Tool: "Stream Deck"
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Car Window / Any Window Mount (brad is Dat Gecko Triple Mount)
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Clamps to Hold Cameras & Lights (Manfrotto brand)
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Higher End "C" Light Stands [More Durable than Mid End Stands]
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Joby Hand Held Stand
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Lower End Light Stands & Building Light Stands Yourself
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Mid End Light Stands [More Durable than Lower End Stands]
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Mounting Light Stands to the Wall or Ceiling
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Lower End Tripod: Manfrotto Compact Action Tripod
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Higher End Tripod: Manfrotto 545B
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Jib on Wheels
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Tripod Dolly (a Tripod with Wheels)
- TRIPODS/STANDS: Variapole Paper Roll Holder / Temporary Light Stand
- SLIDERS: Higher End Slider for Professional Interviews called "One Man Crew"
- SLIDERS: Mid/Higher End Slider called "iFootage"
- SLIDERS: Mid/Lower End Slider called "Auto Dolly"
- SLIDERS: Mid/Lower End Slider called "Grip Gear"
11. Behind the Scenes: How We Made the Lectures in this Course & How You Can Too!
- Introduction to the Behind the Scenes Section
- How We Made the First Lecture
- How We Made the Second and Third Lectures
- How We Made the Fourth and Fifth Lectures
- How We Made the Sixth Lecture
- How We Made the Seventh, Eight and Ninth Lectures
- How We Made the Tenth Lecture
- How We Made the Videos in the GoPro Section
- How We Made the Videos in the Drone Section
- How We Made the Lectures in the Cinema Camera Section
- How We Made the Lectures in the Wirecast
- How We Made the Second, Third and Fourth Lectures
- How We Made the Eighth Lecture
- How We Made the Lectures in the Unboxing Section