Further Reading
Who says style isn't important? In this article, you'll learn how to make an easy set, use props, set the scene (or Mise-en-scene), as well as tips for proper lighting in your video.
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The top basic Windows video editing software, including: MovieMaker, Ulead Video Studio, Adobe Premiere Elements, Pinnacle Studio, Sony Vegas, and Roxio Easy Media Creator.
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How to get good audio in your video, and camcorder microphone options, including: dynamic vs. condenser, directionality, and handheld vs. Lavaliere vs. Shotgun mics.
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The capabilities for editing videos with iMovie as well as the more advanced video editing programs for Mac users, including: Final Cut Express, Final Cut Pro, and Avid Express Pro.
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Basics of three-point lighting, using a key, fill and back light, and inexpensive equipment options, including: clip-on lights, dimmers, clamps, white bouncecards, and colored gels.
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The basics of nonlinear video editing, including importing camcorder footage, organizing video clips, three point editing, the cut and join, transitions, cross-dissolves and more.
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