Video Resources & Best Practices
Filming considerations (In person events)
Have gear charged up with full batteries
Find a quiet place to film interview (as quiet as possible)
Place the subject in a well lit place
No windows in background if possible
Windows should be behind or next to camera, so they light the subject
Have subject sign release form on Easy Release Pro
Test audio with headphones/earbuds while subject fills out release form
Make sure the mic is not picking up noise from clothes or hair
Film the subject saying and spelling their full name
Allow 3-5 seconds of silence after subject answers a question
Film B-Roll of the subject/event
After filming/Post Production
Upload video, photos and/or audio
Upload partner logos
Upload any graphics, flyers
Include blurb of what is in the video
Include editing instructions
Indicate where the video will be shown/published
Apps
iOS/iphones
iMovie
Free for most iphone users
Fast way to edit your videos
Adobe Rush
Great features, works with Adobe Suite
Can export straight to youtube
QUIK
Free
Fast way to edit videos
Limited controls
Works great with Gopros
Android Phones
Adobe Rush
Great features, works with Adobe Suite
Can export straight to youtube
QUIK
Free
Fast way to edit videos
Limited controls
Works great with Gopros
KINEMASTER
Paid, monthly option
Advanced features
Also adds controls for the smartphone’s camera
Exports directly to Youtube
Video-editing software
Adobe Premiere
Price: $20.99/mo (membership)
Industry standard program
The most amount of control to edit video
HitFilm Express and VSDC are popular
They both have free versions
Pinnacle Studio
About $50
PowerDirector
They have a free download to try it out
Davinci Resolve - Free Download
The most 'pro' free editing software. More complicated though, sometimes overkill
Equipment
AUDIO
Rode smartLav+ Lavalier Condenser Microphone SMARTLAV
Price: $57.99
Records audio directly to smartphone
Lavalier design
Helps cut down external noise
Zoom Handy Recorder H1N
Price: $99 - $119
Audio must be synced up when editing video
Great for handheld recording or mounted on stand
Can be used with or without an extra mic
Back to top Top Samson - G-Track Pro USB Microphone
Price: $119-$150
For laptops and desktops only
Best for virtual meetings and recording on your laptop or desktop
Has an additional ¼” input to record an instrument and your voice at the same time
Tripod & Stabilization
Manfrotto Compact Action Aluminium tripod with hybrid head
Price $74.99
Light weight
Sturdier than most light tripods
Compact design
Does not come with smartphone mount
Mefoto Sidekick 360 Plus Titanium Smartphone Tripod Adapter
Price: $42.99
Sturdier than plastic mounts that can be found online for cheaper
OR
DJI Osmo Mobile 3 Smartphone Gimbal (With app for automatic tracking)
Price: $119-$139
Automatic tracking helps keep you in the shot
Useful for shooting outside
Great for On-location Interviews
Can be mounted on tripod or tabletop tripod
SUNPAK FlexPodDX Tabletop Tripod for Compact Cameras, Smartphones and GoPro
Price: $17.99
Use with Osmo Mobile 3 gimbal
Small lights can also be mounted on the tripod if they have a ¼” thread
Lighting
Westcott 18in Bi-Color LED Ring Light Kit with Batteries & Stand
Price: $199
Better quality light coming from larger 18” source
Local business
Includes stand (smartphone mount not included)
ikan iLED-MA Micro Flood Light
Price: $30-$35
Rechargable
Can mount on camera or clamp
Dimmable
GVM Bi-Color LED Ring Light (14") GVM-HD-14S B&H Photo
Price: $79
Includes stand with smartphone mount
Online order
GVM 560AS Bi-Color LED 3-Panel Kit GVM-560AS3L B&H Photo Video
Price: $296.84
Great entry level 3 point light kit
More control of your lighting
Higher production value look
Extra Resources
Make Your Youtube Videos High-Quality Using These 4 Simple Tips
Vlogging: The Basics of Audio and Sound
4 Essential Elements of a Basic Vlogging Setup