On-Camera Sound: Audio Essentials for Solo Video Producers

Master the art of recording high-quality audio as a solo video producer in this comprehensive 2-hour 16-minute course. Learn essential audio recording techniques, from gear selection and rigging to microphone placement and on-camera recording basics. Explore various microphone types including shotgun, lavalier, pencil condenser, and handheld mics, along with their essential accessories. Dive into camera-side audio management, covering level setting, automatic gain control, limiting, and field monitoring. By the end of this course, gain the skills to capture excellent audio while maintaining focus on visual elements, enhancing your overall video production capabilities.

1.1 Introduction
1.2 What You Need
2.1 Audio Recording Basics
2.2 Mic Placement
2.3 Getting Audio Into the Camera
30:58 3.1 Shotgun
3.2 Essential Shotgun Gear
3.3 Get Your Lav On
3.4 Essential Lav Gear
3.5 Pencil Condenser
3.6 The Handheld Mic
3.7 Cases and Accessories
4.1 Level Setting Basics
4.2 AGC and Limiting
4.3 Monitoring in the Field
4.4 Keep Your Head on Straight
5.1 Conclusion