Video Storytelling Projects: A DIY Guide to Shooting, Editing and Producing Amazing Video Stories on the Go

Description

Part handbook, part classroom this book has everything you need to make your story a reality.

Nowadays, telling a story through video is a necessity. Video has become the new printed word. Creators must be able to craft video narratives using one of the most powerful tools availablethe smartphone.

In Video Storytelling Projects, award-winning content creator RC Concepcion shows you how to combine the timeless principles of storytelling with the latest technology. You'll identify the right gear you need in your bag, the best techniques you need in your notebook, and the precise skills you need to make, edit, and share your creation.

The book is broken into four parts:

1. The essence of a story, from ideation to structure and dialog
2. The gear and techniques you need in your pocket
3. How to assemble a story using Adobe Premiere Pro
4. Three practice projects that guide you on how to put it all together

Purchase of the book or eBook includes access via QR codes to videos from the author that supplement the key skills from the book to help you tell your story.

Sample Content

Online Sample Chapter

Previsualizing Your Idea

Sample Pages

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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1  The Elements of Story

CHAPTER 2  How to Structure Your Story

CHAPTER 3  Previsualizing Your Idea

CHAPTER 4  Working with Sound

CHAPTER 5  Working with Video

CHAPTER 6  The Importance of Dialogue

CHAPTER 7  Everything in Its Place

CHAPTER 8  Assembling Your Story in Adobe Premiere Pro

CHAPTER 9  Basic Edits: Sharpening Your Point in Premiere Pro

CHAPTER 10  Editing: Beyond the Basics

CHAPTER 11  Mobile Journalism Project

CHAPTER 12  Sharing Your Video Online

CHAPTER 13  Project: Card Game

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