Film Yourself 101: How to Create a Talking Head Video
Offered By: Skillshare
Course Description
Overview
In this class, you'll learn about the technicalities of filming yourself and creating talking head videos.
This class is for beginners who want to learn about the process of recording yourself for video.
Note that this class will provide an overview of the equipment I use and will not be an extensive tutorial on how to use any specific piece of equipment.
Lessons will include topics on:
- Camera Shyness
- Camera Recommendations
- Camera Settings
- Lenses
- Setting Up Good Composition
- Teleprompters
- Audio Equipment
- Lighting Equipment
- Scripted vs Freestyle Talking Head Videos
- And an extensive Editing Walkthrough
By the end of the class, you will learn everything you need to record your own talking head video.
Syllabus
- Class Introduction
- Getting Over Camera Shyness
- Video & Composition
- Audio
- Lighting
- Scripted vs Freestyle
- Recording Checklist
- Editing Walkthrough: Audio & Cutting
- Editing Color
- Adding B-Roll & Effects
- Adding Music & Exporting
- Class Conclusion
Taught by
Scott Luu
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