WEEK 6 Blogging Question 6: Page 195 Q 3

Discuss several considerations in shooting and editing video for multimedia. What techniques would you use to produce the best possible video, at a reasonable cost? Which of these techniques apply to all video, and which apply specifically to multimedia?

Before we shooting a video for multimedia, there are many considerations to keep in mind when setting up your production environment such as fast processor, enough RAM, big hark disk, dual display to allow you easily editing and external software. In addition, we need to have a good plan, as it will save your time and produce better product. First, we always start from the bottom of the plan. "This video is show it on TV or need to burned it to DVD?" Different format need different consideration to create it. Second, you must create a story line before you shoot a video. A good story line can help you to come out many great ideas while shooting a video. Third, you must use video camera to record video so that it can come out high quality product than digital camera or mobile phone. Fourth, the better the quality of your original material, the better your final product. This is why I suggested using video camera. Then, you must use good lighting techniques. Even if you use a tripod and a high-end video camera you can still produce a low-quality image if there is not enough light at your environment. Low light will create video noise on the image. You must make sure the subject is well lit. Although the higher end video editing software like Apple Final Cut Pro can adjust for brightness and contrast, the process takes time and it can never fully compensate for a bad picture. Once you done your shooting, then you need to use good multimedia software to editing your software . From my experience, Apple Motion 5 and Apple Final Cut Pro is best multimedia software for editing video. You can change your background video, enhance, and cut the frame. Besides, use some transitions or special effects to make your video more quality and attractive. Sound and music must add it to video properly. Use the right music might enhance your final production.