Video Making for Beginners: Discover the Proven Techniques Used by Pros to Create High-Quality Professional Videos for Less Cost and in Less Time Even Without Experience

For a long time, I’ve wanted to set up a YouTube channel about cats and create videos – shorts and longer ones. But I didn’t have a clue how to go about doing it. All the YouTube videos look so professional and the bit that is really daunting to me is editing videos. There are actually so many social media platforms where one video can be published, and this book is just fantastic in all the advice given – but chapter 17 covers the pros and cons of selecting the right platform, which I found extremely useful in deciding which suits my needs.This is a fantastic book, written in an easy to understand engaging style, yet highly informative, covering every aspect of creating videos like choosing the right camera; accessories and deciding whether to hire or buy; budget advice; advice on brainstorming ideas; how to go about writing a script that tells a story; creating a suitable background for the video; good lighting which is crucial; getting audio right; editing your video and so much more.This is the book I never knew I was looking for but have now found! It gives me more than enough information and guidance to start small and make a few shorts maybe. Now, where are my cats!!!! 😊

looks like very good for beginners, very good and useful advices... I have plan to try... I hope I will be as good as this book 📙

If you are want to start making videos for any occasion, professionally or fun, then this is the beginners book for you. It covers absolutely everything! My videos will be for fun. The author gives lots and lots of instruction, advice and tips to start from the basics. If you know how to make videos already this book will also help you advance. A bonus for my level is the free books offered at the end for the best way to make videos for social media. This book is a video making bible. Highly recommend.

A BRILLIANT RESOURCE. For anyone, like me, who has dabbled with making videos using my phone a basic graphic design software, this book is pure gold! It provides a broad summary of what's required to make excellent videos for the purpose you intended, then clearly and succinctly outlines everything you need to consider. From recording equipment to film budget, camera angles and techniques, lighting, editing software, and so much more, this book will provide you with the confidence you need to make the decisions that are right for you. It also discusses the pros and cons of all the major social media platforms, in relation to video views and life cycle, so you can choose the marketing strategies and sharing tactics that are right for you. I highly recommend this book.

As a new entrepreneur, I understand the need for social media presence for my brand and I was therefore looking for a short and easy to understand guide on video making fundamentals to help me get started with video content creation. I was very lucky to come across this book as it does exactly what it promises to do: it helps beginners understand the basics and feel less overwhelmed by the whole process. I like how it clearly breaks down all technical aspects from A to Z in a logical order and, as a beginner, I've found the 'The Video Budget' and 'Tips for Shooting Specific Projects' chapters particularly useful.

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Video Making for Beginners" is your gateway to transforming from an amateur to a pro in no time. Dive into a comprehensive guide covering equipment selection, script creation, and the entire video-making process. Boost your confidence, polish your content, and gain marketing insights to make your videos stand out. With expert-approved guidelines and real-world examples, this book provides valuable insights for both beginners and experienced videographers. Ready to join the elite team of skilled video makers? Grab your copy now and unlock the secrets to high-quality professional videos

Video-making can be an intimidating process, especially for beginners. That's why I'm thrilled to have been given an ARC copy of ‘Video Making for Beginners,’ in lieu of an honest review. This is a comprehensive guide that provides useful tips and techniques for creating high-quality professional videos. The book's emphasis on keeping videos concise, clear, and simple is refreshing and makes it easier for anyone to get started.One of the things I appreciated about this book is its focus on storytelling. The authors remind us that conveying emotions in a story can make the difference between a mediocre and a captivating video. The tips on how to subtly include facts and figures into the narrative are also helpful. Overall, the book provides great guidance on how to create videos that resonate with the audience.As someone with several fledgling YouTube channels, I found this book to be incredibly valuable. It covers everything from the basics of video production to more advanced techniques. I'm excited to put the things I learned into practice and see the improvement in my video quality. I highly recommend ‘Video Making for Beginners’ to anyone who wants to take their video content to the next level.In conclusion, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in video production. Its’ emphasis on storytelling, concise and clear videos, and practical tips and techniques make it a valuable resource for beginners and experts alike.

This book is a must read for everyone who is interested in the growing trend of video making, Whether you are a beginner or a professional, the information on this book will significantly add to your knowledge. I believe that everything is covered. I like the chapters on lightning, settings, location, subject, budget, equipment, and scheduling.

The techniques shared in Video Making for Beginners are presented in a straightforward, easy to replicate manner.This book is well organized and the subtitles in the clickable menu are appreciated to double back and reread or double check tips and tricks sections.

This comprehensive video-making book is excellent, covering every aspect in great detail. It provides valuable insights for beginners and goes beyond the basics, offering in-depth information for filmmakers and professionals alike. From selecting equipment and software to fine-tuning location, sound, and lighting, no detail is left unaddressed.The book breaks down the complexities of video production into manageable segments, making it a great handbook for anyone looking to improve their skills in this rapidly evolving field. The section explaining technical terms and budgeting is particularly valuable.However, one drawback of technical books like this is the rapid pace of technological advancements, which can quickly render certain information outdated. Regular revisions to accommodate major innovations would be beneficial.Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone with a mobile phone, whether you're a YouTuber or a potential movie maker. It's a comprehensive resource that will undoubtedly enhance your video-making journey.

I thought that this would be a guide for beginners, but what I found was not a guide for amateurs but a fairly detailed guide for filmmakers and those wanting to work professionally. The information provides overviews and insights into all aspects of video making, but much is beyond the needs, or budgets, of the hobbyist. Having said this, there is much that is applicable to those with less lofty aspirations. The book is clear, well written, and allows the reader to delve into specific sections they are interested in.Due to the rapidly changing world of technology, sections of the book will require regular updating, but this is a good handbook for those wanting to progress their insights and skills in video making.

A very useful book with lots of practical and immediately applicable things. It's well structured, so it's very easy to learn things from the book (or test your existing knowledge on a topic)