Before and after you film
How to Capture the Moments, Send Your Footage, and Prices
FILMING TIPS
1. FILM HORIZONTALLY
Vertical video doesn’t look good on TVs or computers. Think of television news where vertical cell phone video appears as a strip down the middle of the screen. Objects are typically smaller when they have to be modified to fit a regular screen. Of course, if your goal is exclusively social media, then shoot that vertical video.
2. GRAB ESTABLISHING SHOTS
Grab quick establishing shots along the way of signs, buildings, objects, and scenery to help fill out the video. Try to get both wide shots and close up (zoomed in) shots. Get static shots where you hold still for 5 seconds, and then experiment with movement.
3. ENVIRONMENTAL NOISE
Pay attention to the noise in your environment when people are talking to the camera. Of course, we can’t always control surroundings, but it may be possible to wait for a truck to pass by, turn off the TV or radio in the background, or step a few feet away from our chatty friends.
4. BE QUICK WITHOUT RUSHING
(You can be intentional without letting the camera dominate your trip)
- Unless you’re waiting for a moment you can’t predict, a good 15 second visual is typically all that’s needed, if it’s framed well and still. You don’t typically have to film the ocean for 10 minutes, unless you were timelapsing.
- When panning across a landscape, move the camera at a medium-slow pace. Don’t whip it from one side to the other. Get one good shot and move on!
- Don’t cut a shot short because you feel pressure. Count to 5 Mississippi to stay accountable. It’s better to get amazing shots in one take than hundreds of semi-shaky or poorly framed shots in multiple attempts.
4. HAVE FUN!
And don’t forget. Be silly, creative, or serious. We want your personality to shine.
Three Simple Ways to Send Us Your Video and Photos
OPTION 1
Dropbox: We will send you an upload request link, where you will upload the footage directly. This is the easiest method. You can also share your folder with us.
OPTION 2
Google Drive and Microsoft One Drive: Send your files via your personal Google Drive or One Drive.
OPTION 3
Phone: Share your footage via iCloud. We can help you with the process.
PRICING
Every video is different and will depend on the length and type of footage you are submitting. Get in touch with us to get a free quote!