In this tutorial I demonstrate how to use background music in your video correctly. In particular, I review a rule of thumb for setting levels, and then demonstrate the effects of using the rule by letting you listen to ‘before and after’ examples.
Additionally I briefly introduce you to the VU meter.
If you have been wanting to include background music in your videos, this tutorial will be very helpful.
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June 29, 2009
Sometimes when people shoot video, they forget about the audio. In this tutorial, my goal is to help you add a tool to your audio toolbox that can help ease the transition from one clip in your sequence to the next. It’s called wild sound.
Topics I cover in this tutorial:
- What is wild sound?
- What tools do you need to capture it?
- A couple tips for capturing it
- How you can use it in your sequence
The ‘before and after’ example in this video is pretty subtle. My recommendation is that you wear headphones and listen closely so you’ll be able to hear the difference.
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June 22, 2009
I love screencasts because they’re fairly simple to produce, and they’re an excellent way to show something visually. However, sometimes I watch screencasts that have poor levels of quality (usually on YouTube). While I might be intrigued by the content, the production quality is low and the videos are difficult to watch because of this.
If you’re looking for a way to increase the quality of your screencasts, then this installment of Izzy Video will give you a big boost. In it, I reveal four secrets to making a high-quality screencast.
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June 17, 2009
If you want to pump your video full of energy, you have many obvious options. A couple that come to mind: Using high energy music in the background, and using several fast cuts. But in this installment of Izzy Video I review a few less-obvious tips that will help you get the energy you’re looking for.
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June 4, 2009
