Welcome to the Video Basics course!
In this program, we’ll guide you through the essentials of creating high-quality, selfie-style videos tailored for social media. Lessons are grouped into modules focusing on a specific aspect of video creation, allowing you to build your skills step by step and learn at your own pace. Below, you’ll find a list of all the modules in the course, so you can easily track your progress and revisit any lessons as needed for a quick refresher. After each video, click the green button to mark that lesson complete and you’ll automatically move to the next video.
We’re excited to have you with us! To begin, click on the “Welcome” lesson and start your journey to recording high-quality videos.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction
1.2 Who This Course is For
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1.3 Practice makes Perfect
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Exercise 1: Laying Your Foundation
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Module 2: The Camera
2.1 Why Phones Are Ideal for Recording
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2.2 Maximizing Your Phone’s Camera for Quality Videos
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2.3 Positioning Your Camera for Best Results
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2.4 Choosing the Right Camera
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Module 3: Lighting
3.1 Lighting Tips for Audience Connection
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3.2 Lighting for Recording Outdoors
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3.3 Lighting for Recording Indoors
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Module 4: Audio
4.1 Why Audio is Important
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4.2 Choosing the Right Microphone
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4.3 Audio Issues to Avoid
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Module 5: Preparation Approaches
5.1 Why Preparation is Important
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5.2 The Teleprompter Approach
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5.3 The Scripted Approach
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5.4 The Bullet Point Approach
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5.5 Leveraging Your Sermon Prep
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Module 6: Appearance
6.1 Building Parasocial Relationships
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6.2 Keep it Casual
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6.3 Adjusting Your Energy
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6.4 The Benefits of Smiling
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6.5 What to Wear in Your Videos
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Module 7: Video Editing
7.1 An Intro to Video Editing
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7.2 Choosing the Right Editing Software
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7.3 Cutting Your Audio Clips Together
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7.4 How to Handle Jump Cuts
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7.5 Enhancing Your Videos with Graphics
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7.6 Using Music and Audio Effects
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7.7 Understanding Video Rendering
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Module 8: Video Details
8.1 The Why Behind Posting
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8.2 Using Keywords the Right Way
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8.3 Creating Click-Worthy Titles
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8.4 Video Captions and Descriptions
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8.5 Choosing the Right Thumbnail
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Module 9: Develop Your Workflow
9.1 Developing a Workflow
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9.2 Creating Your Video Checklist
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Module 10: From Learning to Leading
Exercise 2: Revisiting the First Exercise
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10.2 Reviewing Your Progress
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10.3 Next Steps
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