Tips + Hacks

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o   Explore software like Blender for animation or https://www.avs4you.com/ to edit.

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o   Think about the story and what you are trying to get across. How do you want the viewers to feel? This might help: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/video/tips-and-solutions/filmmaking-101-camera-shot-types and https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/video/discover/types-of-shots-in-films.html.

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o   XLR cables are the best for audio when shooting. Check out https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/xlr-vs-jack-cables/.

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o   Be planning but also be thinking of the story. The lights, subjects, audio, screens, and so on all add to the movie. They are vital but they do not make the story. They enhance the story!

o   Shoot for what is real! People can tell. Animation is nice, but it is not the first resort.

o   Get involved in blogs like this to keep learning, and have fun! 

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Imagine what your character sees/their past before you say your lines. This helps bring emotion faster.  

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Keep gestures above the waist. Big and meaningful on the stage).