S1:E8 How To Level Up Your Video Content

Level Up Creators Podcast

In this insightful podcast, join Aaron D. Francis as he shares valuable tips and tricks for creating high-quality content, from the initial recording process to the final editing stages. Learn how to optimize your setup, choose the right equipment, and streamline your editing workflow to produce professional-level podcasts, videos, and screencasts. Whether you're a seasoned content creator or just starting out, this podcast will empower you to take your content creation skills to the next level.

Key Points:

• Writing as a tool for clarifying thoughts and creating a script
• Importance of having a script or outline for confidence and clarity
• Must-haves for a basic setup: external microphone, webcam, lighting
• Recommended external microphones: Audio-Technica AT2005 USB, Shure MV7
• Graduating to DSLR cameras: Canon M50
• Lighting recommendations: Elgato Key Light, Key Light Mini
• Editing tips: minimize distractions during recording, leave pauses for easier editing, rough cut immediately after recording, think from the viewer's perspective

Resources mentioned in the podcast:

• Aaron D. Francis on Twitter
• Aaron Francis’s Website
• Screencasting.com
• Audio-Technica AT2005 USB microphone
• Shure MV7 microphone
• Canon M50 camera
• Elgato Key Light
• Elgato Key Light Mini

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