How To Shoot Super Videos
DVD #3 - VIEW DEMO -

Telling a Story (80 mins.)

Part A · 7 Steps for Good Continuity

1) vary your shots to add interest to your storytelling
2) change the angle like the pros do for a smooth look
3) watch screen direction and avoid crossing the axis to minimize confusion
4) use clean entrances and exits to keep your story flowing
5) how to compress time to keep your video moving along
6) use cutaway shots to increase viewer interest and achieve a seamless result
7) add titles to help tie everything together
• examples of continuity blunders – some are fun, some are just funny
• continuity demonstration #1 – "A Walk in the Park"
• continuity demonstration #2 – "A Walk in the Park" – improved version

Part B · In-Camera Editing

• why in-camera editing is possible – got to love that new technology
• example #1 – "Sprucing It Up"
• doing re-takes – how to smooth out your rough spots
• stops and starts – how to calibrate your camcorder for best results
• example #2 – "Ice Cube Attack"
• inserting shots - how to cover your faults skillfully
• advantages of in-camera editing
• drawbacks of in-camera editing

Part C · Shooting to Edit

• example #1 – a well-shot sequence – "At the Hair Salon"
• example #2 – a documentary-style video – "Gold Panning"
• example #3 – dramas or skits – "Hockey Star Interview"
• advantages of shooting to edit
• disadvantages of shooting to edit
• developing the storyboard – how to plan like a pro
• example #4 – shooting to edit – "On the Golf Course"
• the "amateur" way – things you must not do
• planning your shots – ask when, where, who, what, how and why