What is most amazing though, is that despite all this uprising in amounts of videos computer science students are making, is the fact that they really are on par with some of the RTA (Radio Television Arts) productions. Not all videos are perfect, but in many situations, it is safe to say, software really has made a huge leap forward, considering anyone and everyone can really make good videos.
As a little bit of a helping hand, I'll outline a few simple things to making a good video.
1.) Random actors - It's great to follow a guy with a camera and do everything with him being in the story, but throwing in a random person every now and then can really make it interesting.
2.) Don't overuse the preset video transitions - Go watch your favourite sports show. Aside from the default screen wipe that displays the name of the station, you've never seen anyone use blinds, or star wipes, or any other corny-looking video transition. In fact, cut shots are your best friend. A fast paced video uses very few transitions.
3.) Simple shots - Modern cameras also have a video recording function, and in many cases, they also have a lot of very fun memory features, like the use of SD cards, flash memory, etc..etc. They are easy to import into video editors, and easy to play with. With short and simple shots, there isn't much of a need to make any changes.
4.) Always save - very self explanatory.
5.) Keep all your recorded video - unless necessary, don't delete any raw footage. You never know when you need it.
Anyway, 5 simple tips...good luck, have fun, and remember...don't take vids of people who don't want to be in it..because they can beat up you.....I think
