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Video Review of Avid Studio For The iPad

Dave — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:29:06 +0000

Yesterday Avid released a new video editing app for the iPad, called Avid Studio for iPad. It’s meant as a direct competitor for Apple’s own iMovie. And in the short amount of time I’ve been able to use it, I’d say Avid Studio is already the winner in this competition. All video editing software [...]

How To Have Your Own URL Shortening Service At No Cost

Dave — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:50:29 +0000

It seems for whatever reason when you work with video, you end up sending a lot of links to people. Really long links. That’s where URL shortening services come in…services like bit.ly and tinyurl.com. They take those long links and make them tiny. That makes things easier for everyone. But you don’t need to use [...]

3 Reasons Why You Should Never Upload Videos To YouTube

Dave — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:30:02 +0000

The title of this post is actually a bit misleading. What it really means is that there are 3 things you really need to think about before you ever upload a video to or use YouTube to host your videos. Of course with every ying there’s a yang and YouTube is no different. So there [...]

The Best Video Cameras of 2011

Dave — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:33:28 +0000

The most common question I get asked, bar none, is what video camera to use. So here’s a list of the top video camera’s for 2011. Actually, best is a subjective thing, so I’ll call this the top video camera recommendations for 2011. Below are links to each camera mentioned…these are not affiliate links, but [...]

How To Ditch Your Video Camera’s Tiny LCD Screen

Dave — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 13:59:17 +0000

Ever get tired or frustrated trying to shoot video using your camera’s tiny LCD screen? Or ever get annoyed by people huddling around your camera’s tiny LCD screen, trying to see what you’re shooting or watch what you’ve shot? Plugging a bigger screen into your camera, which solves these issues, is very simple. Problem is, [...]

Remote Control Focus and Recording With a Canon DSLR

Dave — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:49:33 +0000

Canon DSLR’s have become very popular for shooting video. But they also come with a few hassles. For example, since these camera’s lack auto-focus while recording video, recording yourself (where you are both the star and camera operator) can be a chore. That is, it can be a chore if you don’t use the nifty [...]

How To Shoot Green Screen Video Faster and Cheaper

Dave — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:43:26 +0000

There’s a big misconception with green screen video that I see all of the time. A misconception that usually costs people time, money and a lot of stress. In fact, people are usually pretty surprised when they see professionals shoot green screen video…because it really brings this misconception to light. So what is this misconception? [...]

5 Statistics About Mobile Video You Must Know

Dave — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:43:12 +0000

Mobile video is the fastest growing segment of web video. But finding quality statistics on how long people are watching and what devices they are using has been hit or miss. Until now. Ooyala, a premium online video platform that receives over 100 million unique video views a month, has drilled into 3 months of [...]

Will Your Videos Play On The Kindle Fire?

Dave — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:42:47 +0000

Last week Amazon released their much talked about new tablet, the Kindle Fire. A lot of the press surrounding the Kindle Fire was focused on how it fares against the iPad. But it’s not truly an iPad competitor, as technically, it’s like comparing apples and oranges (no pun intended). In short, the iPad is like [...]

How To Easily Add Gorgeous Galleries To Your Website

Dave — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 19:09:43 +0000

There are lots of ways to create photo, audio or video galleries on your website. Some are easy, some are not and some don’t seem to work half of the time. In this video, I share a very simple, yet elegant and powerful solution that works particularly well for video galleries. I also want to [...]

How To Choose Between Competing Video Cameras

Dave — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 19:00:37 +0000

This is something I get asked all the time. Someone will be shopping for a video camera but can’t decide between multiple competing cameras. While technical features are usually easy enough to sort out, ultimately people have a single question in mind; which camera will give them the best video quality? Want to know the [...]

How To Instantly Double Your Website Conversion Rate

Dave — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 18:52:47 +0000

When it comes to increasing your website’s profits, the first thing most people think of is traffic. As in, “if I can double my traffic, I will double the amount of money I’m making”. And technically, there’s nothing wrong with that line of thinking. Except getting traffic (especially doubling it) takes time, money or both. [...]

How To Easily Add Custom Music To Your Videos

Dave — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:28:17 +0000

Many videos can instantly be improved by adding background music. And while there are plenty of sites that allow you to purchase music for this, the problems are you can’t customize the music or have it automatically trimmed to fit the length of your video. There are software packages available that do allow you to [...]

How To Use An iPad To Light Your Videos

Dave — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:03:53 +0000

iPad’s are used for a lot of things they were never intended for. Especially with photography and video. They can be used as teleprompters, clapperboards and even control cameras. But most people don’t realize that iPad’s can be used as video or photo lights too. As a matter of fact, they can function as surprisingly [...]

How and Why To Use Heat Maps On a WordPress Site

Dave — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 17:29:40 +0000

Website analytic services, like Google Analytics, can tell you what pages people are visiting on your site. But if you want to know what people are actually doing on those pages, you’ll need to use heat maps. Heat maps show you, both graphically and statistically, what people are clicking on while they are on a [...]

Video Review of Vimeo Pro

Dave — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:40:26 +0000

Vimeo has long been synonymous with outstanding video quality. The videos on their site look great. But they never allowed users to upload any type of commercial content. All of that changed in August when they introduced Vimeo Pro, which offers the same outstanding video quality that Vimeo is famous for, but for businesses. Since [...]

What To Do If Someone Steals Your Videos

Dave — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:45:09 +0000

If you create enough videos and have them online long enough, chances are that sooner or later someone might “borrow” your videos and use them in ways you don’t approve. So what should you do if that happens? Well first, if you have uploaded your videos to YouTube and someone swiped them from YouTube, there’s [...]

Jumio Netswipe Review – How To Accept Credit Cards With a Webcam

Dave — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:12:01 +0000

We’re all familiar with placing orders online. You manually submit your payment information into a form or sometimes several. But a new service called Netswipe from a company called Jumio plans to change all of that. With Netswipe, customers can pay for things online using their webcam. Specifically, they just hold the credit card up [...]

How To Get Crystal-Clear Video On The Web

Dave — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 15:00:05 +0000

Many people think that the video camera you use will determine your video’s final quality on the web. Actually, as I proved in this previous video, the camera you use doesn’t impact video quality as much as you might think. Instead, the biggest “secret” in getting great looking, crystal-clear video on the web is how [...]

What Camera Am I Using To Shoot This Video?

Dave — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 13:57:03 +0000

Far and away, the most frequently asked questions I receive are about video cameras. Either people want a recommendation for a camera or they’ve seen a video online (including mine) and they want to know what camera was used to shoot the video. There’s a hidden little catch behind video cameras though, at least when [...]

How To Stop Your Computer Screen From Killing Your Eyeballs With Antec Halo Bias Lighting

Dave — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 13:02:47 +0000

We all spend too much time staring at our computer screens, especially for extended periods while editing video. Tired eyes, red eyes, burning eyes, headaches; sound familar? There’s actually a lighting technique that can help reduce or even prevent these things. It’s called bias lighting. Some high-end TV makers even incorporate it into their HDTV’s. [...]

How To Create Cartoon Videos With CrazyTalk Animator

Dave — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 18:40:10 +0000

Cartoons can be a very effective and unique approach to web video, particularly for people who are camera shy. But how do you create a cartoon video if you can’t even draw? You could go the “web route” with sites like Xtranormal or GoAnimate. But if you want total control over your video creation (and [...]

WPSubscribers Video Review – The Swiss Army Knife of WordPress Popup Plugins

Dave — Thu, 26 May 2011 18:05:59 +0000

Recently a new plugin for WordPress was released that allows you to easily create popups and opt-in forms for your site. Nothing new there, there are lots of plugins that allow you to do that. But this one is different, very different. Here’s why. First, it allows you to create a variety of popups. From [...]

Video Review of the Panasonic Lumix GH2

Dave — Fri, 13 May 2011 13:54:26 +0000

In the world of video, one camera has quietly become a very coveted piece of equipment. It functions much like a normal video camera, but shoots gorgeous video like a DSLR camera. And here’s my full review of it. The camera is of course the Panasonic Lumix GH2. And while it looks like a DSLR [...]

Video Review of PlayWire

Dave — Fri, 06 May 2011 14:47:34 +0000

If you want a more professional solution for hosting your videos than video sharing sites provide, you basically have two options. You can do everything yourself or you can pay a video hosting platform to do everything for you. The do-it-yourself method is by far the least expensive solution, but you need to know how [...]

How To Make Videos On An iPad

Dave — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 14:37:10 +0000

Among their many uses, iPad’s can be used to shoot, edit and publish videos online. But to do it, there are a few important things you need to know. I share them in this video, which was created entirely on an iPad. Most of the clips you see in the video were shot with an [...]

Video Review of Avid Studio – WVU #124

Dave — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:15:53 +0000

In this video I review some impressive new video editing software for web video producers, called Avid Studio. What can it do, how does it compare to Sony Vegas and should you get it? All the answers are in the video. Resources Free 30 Day Trial of Avid Studio

What Does All That Crazy Video Terminology Mean? – WVU #123

Dave — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 16:20:01 +0000

The terminology used with web video is both confusing and intimidating to a lot of people. So in this video, I provide plain English explanations to the most common web video terms

How To Make Your WordPress Blog Look Like An iPad App With OnSwipe

Dave — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 12:47:02 +0000

If someone visits your WordPress blog using an iPad, would you like to know how to make your blog look like an iPad app to them…while everyone else still sees your blog as they normally would? It’s dead-simple to do. And I share how in this video. Resources OnSwipe Plugin For WordPress More Info For [...]

How To Create Turnkey Videosites With 23video.com

Dave — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 12:28:42 +0000

What’s a videosite? It’s an all-in-one solution that combines a regular, video-rich web site with a fully functioning video platform on the backend. So instead of using multiple services/solutions to get video on a web site, everything is automatically done with one. They are becoming increasingly popular choices for businesses and in the educational field. [...]

How To Quickly Add Video Galleries To WordPress Blogs

Dave — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 13:20:38 +0000

Adding a single video to a WordPress blog is simple enough. But what if you want to add an entire gallery of videos, each with a thumbnail image that viewers can click to watch a particular video? That’s actually simple too. I show how in this video. Resources Cool Video Gallery plugin

How To Charge For Premium Content On a WordPress Blog Using Cleeng – WVU #119

Dave — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:33:17 +0000

Ever been on a site where you’re reading an article but have to pay to see the juiciest part of it? If you have a WordPress blog, you can do the same thing. It’s dead-simple and doesn’t cost a thing. I show how in this video. Resources Cleeng

The 3 Reasons People Won’t Buy Your Stuff and How To Solve Them With Video – WVU #118

Dave — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 14:46:43 +0000

Ever wonder why not everyone buys your stuff? It all boils down to 3 simple reasons. In this video, I share what they are and how you can overcome them with video.

YouTube Tip – How To Use Video Bars – WVU #117

Dave — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 15:33:42 +0000

A little known feature in YouTube is the video bar, where you can display a film strip of images on your web page and have those images open up videos. In this video, I show you how to use YouTube video bars. Resources YouTube Video Bar Wizard

How To Get Your Videos To Play On Any Device At Zero Cost – WVU #116

Dave — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 17:30:50 +0000

Tablet devices, cell phones, gaming devices, computers…how can you get your videos to play on all of these devices? Well, the usual answer is complicated. But now there’s a service that makes it push-button simple for anyone. And I share it in this video. Resources Vid.ly P.S. The above video was converted by, is being [...]

How To Transfer Video From Your Camera To Your Computer – WVU #115

Dave — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 13:45:01 +0000

Getting video from your camera to your computer sounds simple enough, but for most people it’s a confusing and frustrating process. In this video, I share a fast and easy technique.

What Video Lights Should I Use? – WVU #114

Dave — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 18:34:11 +0000

Let’s say you’re tired of using homemade video lights or cheap lights from a home improvement store…and you’d like to step up to higher quality, more professional video lights. What lights should you use? In this video I share what you need to know.

Video Review of the Logitech Revue with Google TV – WVU #113

Dave — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 14:48:28 +0000

There’s been a lot of press (and confusion) about accessing the Internet through your TV. In this video I review two leading choices for Internet TV – the Logitech Revue with Google TV. Resources Logitech Revue

How To Create Images From Web Pages – WVU #112

Dave — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 16:11:12 +0000

You want to take a snapshot of a web page to include in your video. So how do you do it? There are lots of options. Here’s one that is dead-simple and doesn’t cost a penny. Resources WebKut

The Best Video Cameras of 2010 – WVU #111

Dave — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 15:47:55 +0000

What were the best video cameras of 2010? Well, “best” is subjective, so here are my top video camera recommendations for 2010, for 3 different price categories.

How To Screencast Like a Pro – WVU #110

Dave — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:13:23 +0000

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How To Upgrade The YouTube Video Player – WVU #109

Dave — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 14:41:29 +0000

Wouldn’t it be great if you could easily add more functionality to YouTube videos you place on your web site? Now you can…instantly and at no cost. This video shows how. Resources EmbedPlus

A Simple, No Cost Video Lightbox For WordPress – WVU #108

Dave — Fri, 19 Nov 2010 18:24:58 +0000

Ever click on something where the screen darkens and a window magically pops up with a video? That’s a video lightbox. And in this video, I show you a simple, no cost way to use them in WordPress. Resources WordPress Video Lightbox Plugin

How To Quickly and Easily Create Stunning Video Squeeze Pages, Product Launch Pages, Sales Pages and More – WVU #107

Dave — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 17:56:31 +0000

People always want to know how to create eye-popping and high-converting video squeeze pages, product launch pages and sales pages. And in this video, I share a new tool that makes creating these web pages dead-simple for anyone. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SOFTWARE FEATURED IN THE VIDEO ABOVE (please note: this is [...]

TubeMogul InPlay – Pro Video Analytics For Free – WVU #106

Dave — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:25:13 +0000

Are you tracking your video statistics? If you’re like most people, the answer is no. Either you don’t know how or it’s too expensive and complicated. But now you can get the same video analytics that big companies pay thousands for. At no cost. Instantly. I show you how in this video. Resources More info [...]

The Most Important Part of Any Web Video – WVU #105

Dave — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:29:18 +0000

People tend to focus on exactly the wrong thing when creating web videos. In fact, the most important part of a web video often receives the least amount of attention. So what is the most important thing? I share it in this video.

How To Make Your Web Videos Play On Both Browsers and Mobile Devices – WVU #104

Dave — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 15:14:46 +0000

How do you put a video on your web site and have that video viewable by people using regular web browsers – as well as people using popular mobile devices like iPhones, iPads,etc.? I show you how in this video. Resources JW Player 5.3 embed code sample as shown in video above: <script type=”text/javascript” src=”http://mywebsite.com/jwplayer/jwplayer.js”></script> [...]

Used Video Equipment For Sale – WVU #103

Dave — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:29:36 +0000

About once a year I go through all of the equipment in the office and pick items that we don’t use much anymore. I then offer these gently used items for sale at deep discounts. Here’s what we have to offer this time around: SOLD OUT – SOLD OUT – SOLD OUT – SOLD OUT [...]

Video Review of The New Kodak PlayTouch – WVU #102

Dave — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:05:43 +0000

Kodak recently introduced an upgrade to their popular Zi8 camera, called the Kodak PlayTouch. What’s the video quality like? Well, in this video I show you.

Need More Light In Your Videos? Try This One – WVU #101

Dave — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 10:22:04 +0000

Professional video lights provide brilliant lighting for video, but they are expensive and not very useful for anything but video. However, in this video I introduce you to an inexpensive light that has a million uses, including video. Resources Might D Light (may also be available at your local home improvement store)

Can I Use My Video Camera As a Webcam? – WVU #100

Dave — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:37:27 +0000

This is the most common question I receive besides “what video camera should I use?”. And in this video, I share what you need to know about using video cameras as webcams. Resources HDMI Capture Card

A Simple, Free Way To Convert Almost Any Video To Web or Mobile Formats – WVU #99

Dave — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:25:20 +0000

There are lots of solutions that convert videos into web and mobile formats. In this video I share one of the simplest ones. And it doesn’t cost a thing. Resources Miro Video Converter

How To Build An iPad Teleprompter For Under $5 – WVU #98

Dave — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 12:55:38 +0000

Teleprompters can make speaking on video a breeze. That’s why TV news anchors use them. But they can be a hassle to setup and are very expensive. Enter the iPad, which can be a very simple and very effective teleprompter. And in this video, I show you how to build an iPad teleprompter for under [...]

How To Create Custom YouTube Video Players – WVU #97

Dave — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:53:09 +0000

Do you embed YouTube videos on your web site? Instead of the default YouTube video player, would you like to use one that matches the look and feel of your web site? In this video I show you how. Plus, you’ll discover how to easily download YouTube videos in a variety of formats. Resources iDesktop.TV

5 Useful Tricks For Embedding YouTube Videos – WVU #96

Dave — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:32:56 +0000

If you want to embed YouTube videos on your site, you’re not forced to use the settings YouTube gives you…there are actually a number of things you can change. And in this video, I share five of the most useful tricks.

I Can’t Get This @!*%$^!!! Video Player To Work – WVU #95

Dave — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 13:12:28 +0000

When people want to put videos on their web site, without using video sharing sites, they usually get very frustrated with video players. And rightfully so, because video players can be a pain to configure and use. I’ve shared some tips on how to make this easier in the past. However in this video, I [...]

What Video Camera Should I Use? – WVU #94

Dave — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:21:50 +0000

It’s the most frequent question I receive; what video camera should I use? And I answer it in this video.

Help – I Can’t Edit Video From My Flip-Style Camera – WVU #93

Dave — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 13:19:01 +0000

A common problem people run into with their Flip-style cameras is that when they go to edit their videos, they won’t have any audio or video. In this video I share a fast, free and easy solution. Resources Handbrake

TubeMogul Destinations Now With Amazon S3 Support and Custom Encoding Options – WVU #92

Dave — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:12:29 +0000

About 3 months ago I did a review of TubeMogul Destinations, a no-cost service that converts your videos into web-ready formats and delivers them wherever you want. However, at the time Destinations didn’t allow you to adjust the quality of your video conversions and didn’t support Amazon S3. Now they do. And in this video, [...]

How To Shoot Tall Screen Video – WVU #91

Dave — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:35:04 +0000

Normal video is wider than it is tall. But with tall screen or portrait video, the video is very tall and thin. It’s a format that can be very effective both for marketing and certain types of demonstrations. And in this video, I show you step by step how to create tall screen video.

A Simple Trick For Getting Video Testimonials From Your Customers – WVU #90

Dave — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:21:43 +0000

Testimonials are an important part of marketing as they provide social proof. However, written testimonials have lost much of their punch these days. On the other hand, video testimonials can be very powerful. The problem is it can be tough to get them from your customers. But in this video I share a simple trick [...]

Review of YouTube’s New Online Video Editor – WVU #89

Dave — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:28:26 +0000

A few days ago YouTube released a new online video editor. How does it work and what can you do with it? I show you in this video. Resources YouTube Online Video Editor

The 3 Keys To Success With Web Video – WVU #88

Dave — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:29:44 +0000

Why are some people…with no prior experience…successful with web video while others fail? Over the years I’ve identified 3 key traits as to why this happens. And here they are.

Video Review of the Blue Yeti Microphone – WVU #87

Dave — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 14:29:37 +0000

In this video I review the Blue Yeti, a microphone that not only records outstanding audio from your computer, but during video chats and Skype video calls too. In fact, about the only thing more impressive than it’s performance, is it’s price. Resources Blue Yeti Microphone

How To Build a Light Blocking Viewfinder Hood For Your Camera – WVU #86

Dave — Fri, 28 May 2010 15:05:10 +0000

If you’re shooting video outdoors, in the sun, it’s often very difficult to see anything in your camera’s viewfinder. In this video I share a very quick and easy solution…a do-it-yourself, sun-blocking hood for your camera’s viewfinder.

How To Remove Background Noise From Your Videos – WVU #85

Dave — Fri, 21 May 2010 13:41:39 +0000

You shoot a video only to find out there’s annoying background noise in it. You want to fix it, but how? In this video, I share a new, simple and inexpensive solution. Resources: iZotope Music and Speech Cleaner

Green Screen Tricks For Your Videos – WVU #84

Dave — Fri, 14 May 2010 13:35:50 +0000

When it comes to using green screens with video, most people think in terms of the TV weather person, where they stand in front of a big green screen and replace the entire background with something else. But there’s another technique that can be far simpler and even more effective. I share the technique in [...]

The Equipment I Use To Make The Videos You Watch – WVU #83

Dave — Fri, 07 May 2010 12:12:27 +0000

I get asked every day what equipment I use to make web videos. So in this video, I share the equipment I’m currently using to create the videos you watch.

How To Record Video Calls On Skype – WVU #82

Dave — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:07:18 +0000

One of the easiest ways to communicate through video is Skype. But what if you want to record your video calls on Skype, for example if you’re interviewing someone? Well, I share a very easy and flexible solution in this video. Resources Replay Telecorder for Skype

Tubemogul Destinations – What You Need To Know – WVU #81

Dave — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:37:32 +0000

Last week Tubemogul introduced a service called Destinations, which promised that you could give them any video, they would convert it so it’s web ready and then distribute that video anywhere you want…at no cost. But there’s been some misinformation passed around about Tubemogul Destinations and it turns out their “from anywhere to anywhere” video [...]

The Zen of Social Media Marketing – Video Interview With Shama Kabani – WVU #80

Dave — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 14:05:49 +0000

Here’s a video interview I recently did with my friend and social media marketing expert Shama Kabani. In this interview, Shama shares the biggest misconception businesses have with social media, how to steadily grow an audience of followers, how to use her exclusive ACT Methodology for social media marketing and more. The recording is an [...]

How To Fix Shaky Video Footage – WVU #79

Dave — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 16:28:17 +0000

As video cameras get smaller and smaller, the footage from them often ends up shaky. The simplest and best solution is to use a tripod with your camera. But what if you have existing footage that you need to use and it’s a little shaky? There are a few software solutions available and in this [...]

Video Review of the Canon Rebel T2i – WVU #78

Dave — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:47:59 +0000

In this video I review the new Canon Rebel T2i, a camera that shoots pro-quality still photos and pro-quality video. And when it comes to video, it’s on par with cameras that cost 5 times as much. Resources Canon Rebel T2i * Extra Note – If you want to see a really long video where [...]

The Top 5 Most Frequent Questions I Receive – WVU #77

Dave — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:42:10 +0000

In this video I answer 5 of the most frequently asked questions I receive…from streaming live video, to making videos clickable, to properly sizing web video and more. Resources Mentioned: Blackmagic Intensity Pro Flash Media Live Encoder QuickTime Broadcaster WebCammax CamTwist Vidblaster Wirecast BoinxTV Ustream Producer MP4 FastStart Veeple Klickable.TV Versa Player

What’s The Best Video Plugin For WordPress? – WVU #76

Dave — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:54:35 +0000

I often get asked about video plugins for WordPress. With so many available it’s tough to say which one is best. But what I can do is tell you what I personally use and recommend. And that’s what I do in this video. Resources Simple Video Embedder Simple Video Embedder Documentation

4 Way Camera Shootout – WVU #75

Dave — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:31:40 +0000

In this video I compare four popular pocket cameras…the Flip Ultra HD, the Kodak Zi8, the Creative Vado and the Canon SD 780. But rather than debating technical aspects, I keep the comparison simple; by shooting the same footage with each camera under various lighting conditions and then viewing the results head-to head. Which [...]

Help! Video From My HD Camera Is Choppy During Editing – WVU #74

Dave — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:21:23 +0000

It ranks high on the list of my most frequently received questions. You buy a new HD video camera, you go to edit the footage, and it plays back very choppy with the video and audio out of synch. The camera you have is most likely shooting video in the AVCHD format. Here’s what you [...]

How To Create Transparent Videos For The Web – WVU #73

Dave — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 15:00:21 +0000

If you’ve ever landed on a web site where a video plays and it appears that the person in the video is magically floating on top of the page, that’s a transparent video. And in this video, I show you how to do it. Resources Transparent commands used in embed code: Placed in the object [...]

Review of the Kodak Zi8 – WVU #72

Dave — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:04:29 +0000

Several months ago Kodak came out with a new camera, the Zi8, that was heralded as the Flip camera killer. I’ve been asked countless times to review this camera, and in this video I do. Tech Notes This entire video was shot with the Zi8 in 720p, 30fps mode. It was edited in Final Cut [...]

How To Make Clickable Links In YouTube Videos – WVU #71

Dave — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:52:43 +0000

Many people want to add clickable links to YouTube videos. And there are several ways to do it. But in this video, I share one of the slickest ways. The best part? It doesn’t cost a thing. Resources PLYmedia

How To Create Beautiful Video Lightbox Effects – WVU #70

Dave — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:44:31 +0000

If you’ve ever clicked on a link and seen a video magically appear in the center of a web page, that’s a video lightbox. Creating them has always been a bit confusing. But in this video I share a tool that makes it point-and-click simple for anyone. Resources VideoLightBox.com

How To Run Video Ads For Your Business With Jivox – WVU #69

Dave — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 16:05:42 +0000

We all see video ads wherever we go online. But they are not just for the big boys. Small business owners can run videos ads on popular web sites too, and for a lot less than you might think. I share how in this video. Resources Jivox

How To Sell Videos Online – WVU #68

Dave — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:34:27 +0000

Let’s say you have a video or a series of videos and you want to charge people to access them online. How exactly do you go about this and what are your options? I provide the answers in this video. Resources CreateSpace Youreeeka

All About SDHC Memory Cards For Video – WVU #67

Dave — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:59:48 +0000

Many newer video cameras use SDHC (Flash) memory cards. But when shooting video, there are specific cards you need and it can get confusing. Plus, how do you get your video off of these cards? I cover what you need to know in this video.

WVU #66 – How To Make Homemade Tripods, Sort Of

Dave — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:14:47 +0000

As video cameras get smaller and smaller, people wonder how they can keep their cameras steady while shooting video. The obvious choice is a tripod…but they aren’t always convenient. So in this video, I show you how with just a trip to your hardware store and a few dollars, you can build your own “tripod-like” [...]

WVU #65 – A Better Alternative To Flip-Style Cameras

Dave — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 22:11:22 +0000

Flip-style cameras are all the rage. They get all the press and hype. But there’s actually a group of cameras…in the same price range…that deliver a lot more bang for the buck, while shooting better video. These are point-and-shoot cameras. And in this video, not only do I demonstrate arguably the best point-and-shoot camera for [...]

WVU #64 – How To Instantly Improve The Quality of Video From Mobile Devices with VReveal

Dave — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 13:13:47 +0000

The majority of videos you see on the Internet were shot with mobile devices…cell phones, point-and-shoot cameras or other hand-held devices. And the video these devices produce is usually blurry, shaky, dark, pixelated and more. There is however a fast, easy and cheap solution to these mobile-device video woes…a solution that utilizes the same technology [...]

WVU #63 – How To Add Videos To PDF Files

Dave — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:17:34 +0000

PDF files are the standard document sharing format on the Internet. And while you have always…to a certain extent…been able to add videos to them, it wasn’t until the past year where this became truly feasible. In fact, now it’s extremely simple. How simple? I show you in this video. Resources Adobe Acrobat Pro

WVU #62 – Want High-Quality, Low Cost Stock Video Footage? Try UnlimitedStockMedia.com

Dave — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:26:36 +0000

Stock video footage is great…you can create entire videos with it, without even owning a camera. But it’s also very expensive. Jeff Roldan is a filmmaker who got tired of spending thousands on stock video clips, so he founded a web site to make stock video clips affordable for everyone. The result is UnlimitedStockMedia.com. And [...]

WVU #61 – How To Create The Illusion of a Multi-Camera Video Using Only One Camera

Dave — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:43:20 +0000

If you want to keep your videos more interesting to viewers (so they keep watching), one technique is to use different camera angles throughout your video. But you don’t need multiple cameras and you don’t need to shoot multiple takes of your video to achieve this. In fact, you can achieve this effect with only [...]

WVU # 60 – How To Make a Video Into An Animated Image or Animated GIF

Dave — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:48:40 +0000

Nearly all email clients block video because of virus potential…but there is a way you can include images in emails that look just like video. These are called animated images or animated GIF’s. In fact, you can use these animated images anywhere on the web…like your blog, web pages or as avatars. But how do [...]

WVU #59 – Wetoku, The Free Tool For Video Interviews

Dave — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:44:37 +0000

In my training at Web Video University, I offer a complete course on how to do video interviews, covering multiple tools and techniques for achieving TV style interviews on the web. But in this video, I share a free tool, Wetoku, which allows anyone to do quick and basic video interviews. Resources Wetoku

WVU #58 – The New FTC Rules For Internet Marketers

Dave — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:14:23 +0000

The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) in the United States recently released new guidelines that directly affect many Internet marketers. These new rules “go live” on December 1, 2009. In this audio interview, I speak with with Kevin Houchin…an attorney, blogger and author…where Kevin explains what a few of these new rules are and what to [...]

WVU #57 – Using Public Domain Video

Dave — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:43:11 +0000

Public domain video is video that was never copyrighted or the copyright has expired. In either case, you are free to use these videos however you’d like. In this video, I show you where to find public domain videos…as well as how you can integrate public domain footage into your own videos. Resources Internet Archive [...]

WVU #56 – How To Get Great Audio If Your Camera Only Has a Built-In Microphone

Dave — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 17:22:02 +0000

Most entry-level video cameras don’t contain a jack for an external microphone. As as result, you’re stuck using the camera’s built-in microphone…which typically records in sub-par quality…which means the audio in your videos sounds bad. In this video, I share a quick and easy way to get around this…a way to get very good audio…even [...]

WVU #55 – Create Animated Text With Wild FX

Dave — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:08:40 +0000

A persistent question I receive is how to do animated text in videos. And the answer usually is to use After Effects, LiveType, third-party plugins or the ProType Titler in Sony Vegas Pro. However, all of those tools require a learning curve and can be expensive. But there is one text animation tool that is [...]

WVU #54 – Video Review Of The New iPod Nano…Shot With iPod Nano

Dave — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:22:09 +0000

Last week Apple released a new version of their popular iPod Nano. And the big news was that the new Nano shoots video. But how good is the video recorded with the tiny iPod Nano? I show you in this video…shot entirely with an iPod Nano. Resources iPod Nano

WVU #53 – eCorpTV.com Video Sharing Site For Businesses

Dave — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:31:50 +0000

Businesses using video sharing sites to help promote their message face two big obstacles; one, they are vying for attention in an endless sea of less-than-professional videos…and two…most companies block access to sharing sites like YouTube on their corporate networks. Enter eCorpTV.com, a startup designed specifically as a video sharing site for businesses and professionals. [...]

WVU #52 – BitGravity Player, The Fast, Free Way To Embed Videos On Your Web Site

Dave — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:24:48 +0000

About a month ago I did a video where I demonstrated how to embed your own videos, on your own web site, using the JW Player. Because that tool requires you to download and install things, it can be confusing to some people. So in this video I introduce you to the BitGravity Player. It’s [...]

WVU #51 – Shoot Slow Motion Video With The Tiny Casio Exilim EX-FC100

Dave — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:02:36 +0000

In this video I review the Casio Exilim EX-FC100. It’s a point and shoot still photo camera that shoots 9 megapixel images. It also shoots 1280×720 HD video. And to top if off, it also shoots high-speed video at 210, 420 or 1,000 frames per second. Shooting video at high speed produces super-slow-motion footage. Typical [...]

WVU #50 – Screenr, Free and Easy Screen Recordings That Post Directly To Twitter

Dave — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 04:25:27 +0000

Every so often software comes out where the developers get just about everything right. Screenr is one of those applications. It’s free screen recording software that integrates seamlessly into Twitter. It works on both Windows and Mac. There is nothing to download. Nothing to install. And it couldn’t be any easier to use. The only [...]

WVU #49 – LiveStream Procaster – How To Stream Live Video Of Yourself And Your Screen At The Same Time

Dave — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:26:45 +0000

LiveStream is a free, live video streaming service (much like Ustream.TV). However, they offer unique (and free) software called Procaster that allows you to elegantly switch between live camera shots of your self…and shots of what you are doing on your screen. In this video I give a demonstration of LiveStream Procaster. In fact, the [...]

WVU #48 – Dress Up Your Web Site and Videos With Templates, Graphics, Video Clips and More From Envato

Dave — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:54:16 +0000

When it comes to stock video clips, graphics or royalty-free music, most people go to iStockPhoto. But my favorite place is the Envato Marketplace, where you can find custom templates and graphics for your web sites, stock video clips and music for your videos, Adobe After Effects projects, video players and more. In this video [...]

WVU #47 – How To Turn Videos Into MP3 Files

Dave — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:13:30 +0000

If you watch a lot of webinar recordings or educational videos, many times it’s easier to listen to the videos instead of watching them. But how exactly can you turn a web video into an MP3 file that can be played on an iPod, MP3 player or cell phone? In this video, I show you [...]

WVU #46 – SpeedBit Video Accelerator Review

Dave — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 13:42:33 +0000

One of the most common problems with watching web video is buffering. The video starts, then stops to buffer, then starts, then stops to buffer again. Up until now, the quickest fix was to get a faster Internet connection. Enter SpeedBit and their new product Video Accelerator. It’s software that you simply download and install…it [...]

WVU #45 – Instantly Change The Look of Your Videos with Magic Bullet Quick Looks

Dave — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:23:22 +0000

Most people put their videos online without any form of color correction. Which is why most videos all look the same. But with just a little time spent on color correction, you can really make your videos pop. And one tool that makes this ridiculously easy is Magic Bullet Quick Looks from Red Giant Software. [...]

WVU #44 – Using The JW Video Player On Your Web Site

Dave — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:45:38 +0000

The JW Player is one of the most popular video players on the Internet. It’s an easy way to get your own videos on your web site. It also comes with many plugins and addon’s that allow you to customize it to your tastes. In this video, I show you step by step how to [...]

What Size Should Your Web Video Be?

Dave — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:07:02 +0000

It’s a very common question…what size should my web video be? The answer is pretty straightforward. But first you need to know two key ingredients to get it right. In this video I share these ingredients, plus best practices for web video size.

WVU #42 – VideoPress Review

Dave — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:21:13 +0000

In May 2009, the folks behind WordPress introduced a new service called VideoPress. VideoPress allows you to insert videos into your WordPress blogs as easily as you insert images. Using VideoPress, with just one click, you can upload your videos, have them converted into high-quality formats and get simple code snippets to embed those videos [...]

WVU #41 – How To Make a Video With a Twin of Yourself

Dave — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:37:55 +0000

Ever wanted to make a video where both you and a twin version of yourself appear in the same clip…even talking with each other? While the effect is easy to achieve, it’s not always easy to achieve convincingly. In this video, I show you how to make clips with twins of yourself, while avoiding some [...]

WVU #40 – How To Quickly and Easily Create Cartoon Videos

Dave — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 13:23:05 +0000

One of the most overlooked web video formats is cartoons. Sure, they may not be ideal to project a professional image, but there may be times when you want to try a different marketing approach or lighten up the mood for heavy technical training. And cartoons can be perfect for that. The problem is, you [...]

WVU #39 – Review Canon Vixia HF S10 Part 2

Dave — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:14:28 +0000

In my previous video (WVU #38) I did a review on the new Canon Vixia HF S10. There were some people who had trouble watching the video, some who had questions about the color of the video, some who wanted to know if it worked with Macs and more. So I’ve put together a 2nd [...]

WVU #38 – Review: Canon Vixia HF S10

Dave — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 16:26:34 +0000

In this video, I take a hands on look at a new video camera that has created a buzz among amateurs and professional alike. Why? Because it shoot gorgeous, broadcast quality HD video…yet is dead simple to use. The camera is the Canon Vixia HF S10. And for everyone who wants to know “what’s the [...]

5 Useful Web Resources You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Dave — Fri, 22 May 2009 16:19:58 +0000

In this video I share with you 5 useful web video related resources that you’ve probably never heard of. Here are individual links to the resources: LinkedTube 99Designs KickLight Letus RetroJunk

WVU #36 – Making MP4 Videos Play On The Web

Dave — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:36:45 +0000

You upload your beautiful, high-quality MP4 video to your web site. But then something funny happens. The video takes forever to start playing. Unlike nearly all other videos on the web (which start playing instantly), your MP4 video seems to sit there forever before it plays. So what’s the problem? Well, in this video I [...]

WVU #35 – How To Use External Monitors With Your Camera

Dave — Fri, 08 May 2009 16:00:53 +0000

Tired of using the tiny viewfinder attached to your camera? You can easily use an external monitor with video cameras. They not only can make shooting videos go faster, but they can help to produce better results too. How do you use external monitors with your video camera? I show you how in this video. [...]

WVU #34 – How To Blur a Face In Video

Dave — Fri, 01 May 2009 12:14:02 +0000

One of the questions I get asked a lot is “how do you blur someone’s face in a video”. Well, there are multiple ways to do it. And in this video, I show you one of the ways using both Sony Vegas and Final Cut.

WVU #33 – Video Camera Shootout: Flip Mino HD vs. Canon Vixia HV30

Dave — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:37:40 +0000

In this head-to-head video camera shootout, the heavily hyped Flip Mino HD goes against the top rated Canon Vixia HV30. Well OK, it’s not exactly a fair competition as the Flip is priced at $200 and the Canon at $600. But is it really worth it to spend all that extra money on the Canon? [...]

WVU #32 – Editing Video From a DVD

Dave — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:12:52 +0000

It’s a question I get asked a lot…someone will have a DVD with video clips on it and they want to take those clips off of the DVD and so they can edit them. Sounds simple…and it is…but first there are a few steps you need to take. I explain everything you need to do [...]

WVU #31 – Creating Reflections In Videos

Dave — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 18:16:28 +0000

One of the most common web 2.0 effects is reflections. This is where you’ll see text or an image and below it is a reflection, where it appears the text or image is above water or a shiny service. In this tutorial, I show you how to quickly and easily create this effect in your [...]

WVU #30 – Combining Two Videos On a Single Screen

Dave — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:19:35 +0000

Ever see interviews, news programs or talk shows on TV, where the host is talking to someone in another part of the world but both of their faces appear on the screen at the same time? In this video tip, I show you how to achieve conversation shots like this, by taking two or more [...]

WVU #29 – 3D Compositing In Sony Vegas Pro

Dave — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:59:43 +0000

3D compositing is a technique where you can manipulate objects, in a video, in 3D space. In plain language, that means you can twist, turn and spin objects…while also creating depth between those objects. If you’ve ever seen a video where one object appears in the foreground while another appears in the background…and there appears [...]

WVU #28 – Fixing Audio Mistakes

Dave — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:50:45 +0000

Let’s say you’ve recorded a video, but the audio is only coming out of one speaker. Or worse yet, you’ve recorded a video with two people speaking…and each person’s voice comes out of a different speaker. Well there’s an easy way to fix this. I call it Poor Man’s Stereo. And I show you how [...]

Vote For Cali Lewis – Best Job In World Finalist

Dave — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 15:32:40 +0000

Back in September, I did a video interview with Cali Lewis about the power of video podcasting. In the interview, we talked about how in under 2 years Cali went from someone with zero experience with web video to running a full-time video podcast with over 300,000 daily viewers…all from the comfort of her home [...]

WVU # 27 – Lavalier Microphones

Dave — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 18:12:36 +0000

One of the quickest and easiest ways to get great sounding audio in any video is to use a lavalier or lav mic. In this video, I share everything you need to know about these tiny, yet powerful tie-clip microphones.

WVU #26 – How To Easily Create Gorgeous Video Slideshows

Dave — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:52:51 +0000

A lot of people want to get started with web video…but fear over the technology holds them back. However, one of the fastest and easiest ways to get a great looking video on the web (even if you have zero experience) is to put together a simple photo slideshow set to music. In this video, [...]

WVU #25 – H.264, High-Definition Video On The Web

Dave — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:55:55 +0000

What actually does and does not qualify as high-definition video on the web is the source of much debate. What’s not debated, however, is the format of choice for high-quality video on the web. And that format is known as H.264. But what exactly is H.264 and how can you use it for your web [...]

WVU #24 – YouTube Secrets – Crystal Clear Video In YouTube Revisted

Dave — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 19:38:54 +0000

In a prior episode, I showed you how to get crystal clear video in YouTube. Well, a few things have changed at YouTube since then and I’m sharing those changes in this episode. In this episode, I’m also going to share how to get crystal clear screen capture videos on YouTube…as well as how to [...]

WVU #23 – Creating PhotoShop-Like Effects With Video

Dave — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 19:54:05 +0000

With digital photos, you’ve always been able to edit out bad spots…replacing those spots with something more attractive. But what most people don’t know, is that you can do the same thing with video. For example, maybe you’re in real estate and have a video showing the outside of a house. But in the video [...]

WVU #22 – All About Flash Video

Dave — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:17:22 +0000

Just about every video you watch on the Internet is in the Flash format. In fact, an estimated 98% of Internet surfers can watch Flash videos without having to first download plugins or go through other hassles (not true with other video formats). But how exactly do you go about getting a Flash video on [...]

WVU #21 – Adding Motion To Still Photos

Dave — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 17:58:29 +0000

One of the best ways for someone to learn video editing is to start by working with still photos. But using still photos doesn’t mean your videos have to look unprofessional. In fact, you can create gorgeous videos by simply taking still photos and adding motion to them. This is known as the Ken Burns [...]

WVU #20 – The Equipment I Use

Dave — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:58:00 +0000

I get asked quite frequently about the equipment I use to produce these videos. What type of camera do I use, what microphone, what lighting…and…is that backdrop behind me or a green screen? Well, in this video, I share everything I use to produce these videos.

WVU #19 – Sharing Large Files

Dave — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 14:26:20 +0000

When working with video, you’ll often find yourself needing to send your video clips to clients or friends (or needing to receive clips from them). The problem is, video files are huge and can’t be sent by email. So what do you do? I share this answer is this tip….

WVU #18 – Using Stock Video Clips

Dave — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 17:54:55 +0000

With stock video clips, you can create entire videos without ever shooting any video yourself. But where can you find the best clips and what else do you need to know? I cover it all here…

WVU #17 – PC or Mac for Making Web Videos?

Dave — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:49:07 +0000

Macs are becoming more and more popular. But how do they stack up against PC’s for video editing? And should you consider using one? I answer those questions here…

WVU #16 – Crystal Clear Videos With YouTube

Dave — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:29:13 +0000

YouTube is the run away champion for web video in terms of viewership. The problem is, most videos on YouTube look cloudy or fuzzy. In this tutorial, I’m going to share with you the secrets to making sure your videos appear crystal clear when when you upload them to YouTube…

WVU #15 – Video Conferencing 101

Dave — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:03:37 +0000

Would you like to know how do do a video chat with a single person or a video conference with multiple people, from all over the world, at the same time? In this video, I share everything you need to know…

WVU #14 – How To Broadcast On Ustream.TV

Dave — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:56:00 +0000

In this tip, I show you how I broadcast live on Ustream.TV. You’ll learn what cameras to use, what hardware and software you’ll need, helpful tips and more…

WVU #13 – How To Use Music In Your Web Videos

Dave — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 17:10:13 +0000

Music has a powerful effect on people. It always has. And when added to web video, that effect can be instantly multiplied. But how, where and why can you effectively mix music in with your videos? Well, here’s everything you need to know…

WVU #12 – Keeping Viewers Glued with Fast Cutting

Dave — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:10:22 +0000

Today we look at a video editing technique called fast cutting. What is it? It’s a way to help keep viewers glued to your videos. In fact, it’s a technique top Hollywood directors use all the time…

Video Interview – Will Franco – Video Email Marketing

Dave — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:56:39 +0000

Earlier this week I sat down and did a video interview with Will Franco of jiveSYSTEMS, where we talked about one of the fastest growing areas on the web…video email. Will is an expert in this area. In fact, some of his clients have earned as much as $4,000 in a single day by using [...]

WVU #11 – Microsoft Silverlight

Dave — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 16:23:05 +0000

Silverlight is Microsoft’s attempt to gain a foothold in the world of web video. It’s also intended as a major competitor to Flash. But how does it stack up against Flash? And should you consider using it for your web videos? I answer these questions and more here…

WVU #10 – The Death of Video Sharing Sites?

Dave — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 14:54:38 +0000

Web video is the fastest moving (and changing) media format on the Internet. Surprisingly though, video sharing sites are losing money. That means changes are in the works…and here’s how they could effect you…

WVU #9 – It Couldn’t Be Sold With Video…

Dave — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 14:09:24 +0000

Many business owners think they have a product or service that can’t be sold through web video. Take jigsaw puzzles for example. How in the world can you sell those with video? Well, take a look here and you’ll see exactly how it’s done. Not only that, but you’ll realize the same can be done [...]

Video Interview – Shama Hyder – Facebook Marketing

Dave — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 13:27:48 +0000

Not getting the results you hoped for out of your social networking efforts? Then watch as Facebook expert Shama Hyder explains the proper way to setup your accounts, how to steadily grow a large network, how to turn your social networking contacts into clients and more…

WVU #8 – Screen Capture Video

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:10:43 +0000

What’s the difference between screen capture software like Camtasia or ScreenFlow and other software titles used to create videos? Well there are a lot of differences. I spell them all out here…

WVU #7 – The Best Web Host For Videos

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:09:37 +0000

There are a lot of web hosts out there. But when it comes to hosting a site with videos, you better have a web host that provides world-class customer service. I’ve tried dozens and here is the best one I’ve found by far…

WVU #6 – What’s The Best Video Camera To Use?

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:08:30 +0000

Walk into any electronics store and you’ll see row after row of shiny video cameras. But what is the best camera to use…and which one’s should you avoid? Here are the answers you need to know…

WVU #5 – All About QuickTime Video

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:07:18 +0000

You have a few choices when it comes to the web video format you want to use. But where does QuickTime fit into the mix…and should you be using it? Here are the answers you need to know…

WVU #4 – Your Own YouTube Clone Site

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:06:04 +0000

I hear a lot of people say “I wish I had a site like YouTube”. Well, actually you can have your own YouTube clone site. And it’s a lot easier and cheaper than you think…

WVU #3 – Color Separation Tutorial In Final Cut Pro

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:04:53 +0000

Ever seen a photo done in black and white, but where one object appears in color? This dramatic effect can be done with video too. In fact, it’s easy…

WVU #2 – Using Transparency In Your Videos

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 05:01:50 +0000

Video is the perfect format to give your audience a behind the scenes look of your life or business. This is called transparency. It has fueled the phenomenon know as Twitter…

WVU #1 – Ooyala Backlot

Dave — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 02:52:52 +0000

Don’t want the hassle and expense of hosting your own videos, but don’t want to give up control over your videos to sharing sites either? Then here’s a solution that may be perfect for you…