How To Record Videos For Photography Course A Full guide

Nov 29, 2022

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Learn this step-by-step procedure to learn the process of planning and recording online photography course's video lessons (and by adding bonus content) using CreativeMindClass, a free tool that is used by the top photographers.

 - Start planning you videos

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 How to plan and record your videos in 10 simple steps

Prepare videos, download files and work outs.

At this point it is time to have your course outline ready. The next step is to plan how you'll present each element of your course. Interactive, engaging and enjoyable content provides an excellent learning experience for students online. The most effective method to present results in learning is by mixing different multimedia: videos screens, recordings on screen, presentations as well as audio and handouts as well as exercises.

In this article, you'll discover the most effective method of planning and recording video lessons and preparing additional materials such as downloadable files, as well as engaging students in active learning through exercises. Keep in mind that preparation of content is the heart of your class, therefore you might find yourself studying the steps for some time.

  Steps in this guide  

  1.         Add a video to each lesson
  2.         Choose the video lesson type    
  3.         Record videos for your online photography course
  4.         Develop a educational experience that is primarily focused on video
  5.         Include a downloadable file
  6.         Choose the downloadable documents for your lesson plans
  7.         Upload high-resolution or native files to your lessons
  8.         Add an exercise to an existing lesson
  9.         Students are asked to share their photographies and get your feedback
  10.         Build an online community around your course

 1. Make sure to include a video with each lesson

Videos are the best way to present your content. A successful online photography course is 4 to 25 hours of video footage. It's hard to switch on your camera and record your self for this length of time.

Remember, videos can have diverse forms, such as presentations or screen-based recordings with audio. This isn't necessary to sit on camera every minute of the day. If you have a hard to decide on the right kind of video you'll need for your class You can learn more about various types of videos in the next section.

Add a video to each lesson

 How do I get it in CreativeMindClass

  1. Create a new class for your lessons on video.
  2. Click on the LESSONS tab to open it.
  3. Choose Videolesson type.
  4. Upload a video to your computer.
  5. Include a video in every lesson.

PRO TIP: Depending upon the tools that you will employ to make your video and the tools you use, you'll have a variety of video format options like MP4, MOV, or WMV. You don't have to worry about it your videos are automatically converted into formats that students are able to play on their computers or on mobile devices.

 2. Select the type of video lesson you want to use.

Look at your course outline. Which method is most effective for delivering the outcomes for each lesson?

Videos you incorporate into your lessons is what helps to make an online class and provide students with an enjoyable learning experience. These videos can be made using the gear and shooting spaces at home using your existing skills available.

After you've finished editing and recording your videos, you have multiple short, 16:9, high-quality video files that you can upload. Be aware of the top quality of your video. It must have a resolution of 1080p.

There are several types of video you could create for your lessons:

   1. Videos showing your face

What it is:Showing your face is an ideal way to show your online self as a genuine person, in a non-virtual context. This allows students to know you better and creates confidence and creates a connection with. Your audience members can be able to recognize your face, your smile, and your style of presentation.

Methods to use it: Record yourself sitting or standing. The video can be shot from a number of angles. It is possible that you will require a tripod for that.

The best option is toTry the video clips that feature your face, such as an introduction to yourself or at the end of the course.

In which classes would you use this video type? What objectives for the lesson could be accomplished best when you create videos of yourself? Pick the lessons you want to teach and then make notes on the description of the lesson.

PRO Tips:For better sound quality in your videos, use external microphones. Start with the one you have in your headphones.

   2. Documentary videos

What it is:A documentary video in an online program that shows your environment and reality.

These are great for studio shots, where they can serve as a reference. Also, it's a way to show behind-the-scenes of you working as photographer. The footage is fun to mix into various lessons during the lessons for a more enjoyable learning experience. This helps to give an opportunity to take a break, and also provide your pupils with a bit of visual stimulation while delivering your learning objectives.

How to do it:The documentary shots are the type of footage you will capture in many recording sessions. They can be quite entertaining to record as they open creative opportunities, and you can act as if you're a professional filmmaker.

Ideal for:It's an ideal way for you to produce interesting video such as to talk about your backgrounds, demonstrate your photos, or even the live demonstrations you've held.

PRO TIP A majority of the documentary footage you can record yourself. But for some shots, you might need some help. You can ask someone you know to assist or employ someone for several hours.

   3. Videos of Talking Heads

What does it mean:You know, the talking head videos from Youtube tutorials are commonly used for presenting. Talking head videos are an intimate video of you explaining things for the camera.

How to do it: Combine the talking head video and the visuals that are shown behind, for example, presentation slides, video, or even a static image. To do that you will need a green screen behind you when recording. You can also add visuals during post-production.

Ideal for:It's ideal for showing your software to edit. Also, you can show images as examples and leave remarks on parts you like or show some common mistakes made by photographers.

What lesson goals can be delivered most effectively when you create a talking head video? Choose the lessons and make notes on the description of the lesson.

PRO TIP: Lighting is crucial for talking heads videos. Avoid shadows, overexposure, or just poor lighting. It is possible to use a ring light or LED lighting on tripods.

   4. Videos without showing your face

If showing your face on the camera causes too much exposure it's possible to create video that don't show your face. It's important to think about the ways you can connect to your viewers without using facial expressions. Consider ways you can let your personality shine through in the script, your voice, and your videos.

If you're using avatars or animated images, think about how to make the characters enthral your viewers and aid in creating connections with your audience with them, without even showing your face.

   5. Voiceover and presentation

What does it mean:Take a slide presentation with a voiceover then voila! You created a slideshow video. No need to record you talking to the camera. It's that easy!

Methods to use it:Talk over your online photography lesson on Google Slides or PowerPoint. In order to make your course more interactive and more video-like, use Prezi that allows zooming in as well as additional fun options. After you've got your slides set, it is time to explain what's on the slides. Be aware of the audio quality of your voiceover.

The best choice forSuch presentation can be a simple to digest content for people who learn by watching. A presentation with a voiceover can be a fun method of learning. It is especially useful when something must be reviewed several times or remembered. You present the most important details using diagrams, bullet points or graphs. You can also use photos, images or even your own sketches. It's helpful to display things like cameras settings, the shooting angles or light directions, for example.

Which objectives for the lesson could you best deliver by creating a talking head video? Select the lesson and take notes on the description of the lesson.

   6. Screen recordings

What it is:Screen recording shows what you do with your computer's display.

Methods to use it:For screen recordings, you could use Quicktime (on Mac) or hit Windows Key + Alt + R. Once you're done with the recording, you can make it faster and add your audio narration, or even a track of music. You can also top it out, including an animated type of video, to increase the receptivity of your.

Ideal for:Such photos are fantastic, for example, for part of your training in which you discuss making edits to photos using Lightroom.

Which lesson objectives could you best deliver by creating screen-recording videos? Pick the appropriate lessons, and then make notes in the course description.

   7. Whiteboard videos

What does it mean:You can convey your information by using whiteboards. They're fairly easy to create. As simple as using a black marker and an white background. There is no reason to be concerned about your company's colors and style.

How to do it:There are several ways to accomplish this. The video could be showing you at the front of a whiteboard or an animated version made of images of whiteboards (so there's no need to show you face). You can also design it using a computer drawing pad (like an iPad) or whiteboard animation software such as Doodly.

The best For:These videos work great to use for creating dynamic elements of your content, drawing something out, or circling it or circling. This can be utilized as an example for drawing composition lines or making arrows appear with light direction.

What lesson goals can be delivered most effectively when you create whiteboard videos? Select the lesson and take notes in the course description.

What does it mean:AI videos are another great way of creating online videos for courses that don't show your face. They're professional-looking videos featuring avatars and voiceovers.

Utilizing AI videos with voiceovers could be an efficient and quick method of creating an online photography class. Additionally, it could help you to differentiate your teaching style but keep the fact that it's hard to create a real-time connection with AI-generated content.

How do you get it: AI videos and voiceovers are generated by converting plain text into audio using software like Synthesia.

Ideal for:It's an alternative for your photos of yourself if you're uneasy filming yourself.

PRO Tip: If you don't like using an avatar in your online course, you can generate only a voiceover on your screen recordings or slide slides. You can enjoy a stroll around when you're creating a course with a voiceover in English but don't feel comfortable about your accent.

Do you believe that using AI video or voiceovers could benefit your instructional delivery? What specific objectives for your lesson could you be achieved this way? Select the lesson and take notes in the lesson description.  

 3. Record videos for your online photography course

If you've selected the appropriate video types to deliver the learning objectives for every lesson, it's now the right time to "Lights, camera, action! ".

As a photographer, you are fortunate that it is possible for you to pick up an electronic camera to begin shooting. The photographer is equipped with a wide range of expertise that can be useful when making video. You know how to look at lighting, composition and other key elements involved when capturing a stunning shot, moving or not.

The thing you must keep in mind is that one simple move of the camera or of the objects you're shooting will change the composition. Your previous experience will help you to adjust quickly. Here are some guidelines for setting up your recording studio make the right choice of equipment and finally get started with recording your video lessons:

   1. Create your recording studio

Setting up your recording space is vital to ensure that your students have a positive learning experience with the online photography class. They need to be able see and hear you.

Depending on the video type you've selected to present your learning outcomes, you'll have different setups:

  • For videos of you teaching in person or showing your the workplace, you'll be recording yourself.
  • Talking heads make use of editing software once you've finished recording in order to make screencasts that combine video of you talking.
  • To create presentations and screen recordings videos, you'll record your computer screen and do a voice-over for audio.
  • If you're using whiteboards, record yourself in front of the whiteboard or record the computer's screen, then record a voiceover.

You might use the studio your use for taking photos for recording your class, but it doesn't necessarily require an expert studio.

PRO Tips:For the video recording, keep in mind the same basic rules as when you're shooting photos; the camera stays stable on a tripod, there is enough light to frame the shot well, and the recorded space looks spotless. When recording audio, be sure there is no background noise or echo. You can reduce them with blankets, or soundproof acoustic panels.

   2. Select the tools you need for video creation

Start by listing the gear or application you wish to use to create every video. Depending on the type of video, these could be physical gear like a camera or tripod, lighting equipment, microphone, or software for screen recording and post-production editing. The latest and most advanced equipment is great, but it's not essential.

Cameras: you most likely already have the option to record in your camera that you are using for photos. If not, start by using your computer's camera or the camera on your phone.

Microphones:built-in cameras and microphones in your laptop or mobile phones have poor quality sound. Choose a microphone that is hands-free or a tabletop mic.

lighting:as photographer you know all about good lighting. Similar practices work for recording videos. Make use of natural light or lamps that you have at home. If you're not happy with the result, try using a ring lamp or a tri-point kit for lighting.

Screen recording:Quicktime Player is for that on a Mac, or a download a free app for Windows , Obsproject

editing: You may already have Adobe Cloud products. For video editing, try Adobe Premiere Rush or Premiere Pro.

   3. Start recording video lessons

You've been waiting for this thrilling moment for several years. Now, it's finally time to hit the "start" button of your camera.

Start with recording a test video to test the quality of your audio as well as your video.

There is no need to create your video lessons in a chronological manner. Start by selecting from your course list only the instruction which resonates with you or is the most straightforward to record. This could be self-introductionor jump into your favorite areas of your instructional lessons straight away.

You can leave the recording of the lesson summary and the conclusion until the very end of the recording time, in the event that there is something unexpected that you want to include in the lesson's content.

PRO TIP: You can capture behind-the-scenes of a recording day. It's a great footage to market your photography online course.

 4. Develop a learning environment which is primarily focused on video

A video-based course offers an entirely different experience from reading text on a slide presentation. There are certain features, navigation, and layout specific to video platforms. CreativeMindClass can be described as an online learning platform that is specifically designed to accommodate video-based courses, and is focused in delivering an enjoyable learning experience via video.

In general, when uploading your video to any platform, it's best practice to include an individual thumbnail image to your uploaded video. It looks great in the preview, but additionally, it requires some task. So we came up with something cool that doesn't need having to do any task. When you upload your video it is automatically selected from the highlights and best times to show as a looped 3-8 seconds video. You may be familiar with from Spotify videos that are shown when the song is playing.

 What is it? within CreativeMindClass

  1. When you are in LESSON Select VIDEOlesson type.
  2. Upload a video to your computer.
  3. Go to Preview and play the auto generated lesson cover video.

 5. Add a downloadable file

Downloadable documents are an excellent supplement to your class. They're not just an effective way to deliver your primary learning objectives, but also they're an excellent way of engaging your students in learning. It's also nice that they could be viewed by your students as nice tiny gifts that will enhance the value of your courses.

If you add an extra files to your class your students are able to download it, print it, fill it in, or even edit it.

This downloadable file does not need to be literally printed. It could be filled in digitally, for example, using an iPad or students may work on in a PSD document on their computers. Once they do that, they give the file back to you and get comments.

The ability to download files makes your content fun and engaging and will leave your marks on their pulpits as well as desks. Learn more about downloadable files in the next section.

Add a downloadable file

 How to do it within CreativeMindClass

  1. Navigate to LESSON - Content tab
  2. Click DOWNLOADABLE FILE to upload your document.

 6. Choose the downloadable files for your classes

   1. Printouts

What is it: They are images or PDFs. Do you need your pupils to remember something or follow certain steps? You can deliver it with a downloadable PDF file. It is possible to add a printed copy to any lesson with everything that you think of as whiteboards, notes, slideshows as well as other informational materials. It is possible to create new information or reuse content from your lessons.

What to do: You can create printouts using text editors or Canva. Students can make notes, or... you could provide them with notes. Pick four or five major points that you teach in a particular course.

Ideal to use for This is a great method of providing lessons, such as important points, camera settings information, or an introduction set. These are great for planning or checklists. They can also be used for briefs, checklists narrative boards or mood boards.

PRO TIP If you are using presentations in your classes A great trick is to give them to the students so they may take notes about them.

Do you believe that providing printed copies could be helpful to your content delivery? Which specific lesson objectives can you accomplish this in this manner? Select the lesson and take notes on the description of the lesson.

   2. Forms, worksheets, and other documents that you need to be filled in

What does it mean: They are PDFs or Pages/Word document. Worksheets are worksheets that students can fill in. It can be plain text documents or beautiful sheets designed with your personal style.

What to do:You can create it using Pages or Word, or you can use the attractive templates made by Canva. You can receive the filled-in worksheet from students. In order to do this it's necessary to integrate it with an activity which allows students to bring their work to a lesson and get their feedback. This will be discussed in depth in the next section.

Best for: If you have in your online photography course an exercise for brainstorming it might be beneficial for students to note their thoughts down. They can use notes and table as well as a storyboard to fill the gaps. They also work well for making notes of responses to your questions as well as other assignments, tasks, and homework.

Would you consider distributing an exercise would add value in your delivery of content? Which specific lesson objectives could you deliver this way? Pick the lessons you want to teach and then make notes within the lesson's description.

   3. Editable native files

The definition of HTML0 is These are files native to the computer created by applications (like Photoshop, or Lightroom) create, and students can modify. They are also known by the names of .PSDs, .RAW, .TIFFs, .AIs, .docs, or any other.

Methods to use it:Create a document and export it in a native format and upload the file to your lesson. You can combine it with exercise, this way, your student will be able to give the file back to you for feedback. We'll discuss it in detail below.

The best choice for They are best to edit parts of your photography online course or when you wish to add some presets into the document. Your students will then work on native files in Lightroom as well as Photoshop.

Do you believe that providing editing native files could be beneficial to your content delivery? What specific objectives for your lesson would you be able to accomplish in this manner? Select the lesson and take notes within the description of the lesson.

Pro-TipMake you sure that the students are able to access the program that you're using. Otherwise they won't be able to work on the documents.

   4. A second video

What it is: You can upload video clips to accompany any course, and your pupils can download the file. It's fantastic for teaching specific details. Also, you can provide advanced learning materials for the learners who want to take on additional tasks.

What to do:You can record an additional video while or after recording the main content for your online photography courses.

Ideal for:You can use it for educational videos that have to be watched several times to show, for instance, the best way to alter camera settings.

Are you of the opinion that the addition of a video could benefit the quality of your content? What lessons specific objectives might you achieve this way? Select the lesson and take notes within the lesson's description.

What it is: You can add a link inside your downloadable document so that only students are able to access it.

What to do: Paste any link into a text document, then transfer it into a lesson.

The best choice forIt's an excellent way to give your students some extra learning resources. If you'd like your students to have access to a web site that allows them to create, for example, an e-mailer or Mindmap (like Milanote). This way, you can create a link to an online program which doesn't create the editable files.

PRO TIP:If the software you employ to edit images produces editable native images (like Lightroom or Photoshop) It is recommended to offer it as a downloadable file.

Do you think giving links would add value to your content delivery? What specific objectives for your lesson can you accomplish this in this manner? Choose the lessons and make notes in the lesson description.

Additional downloadable material the students bring into their lessons can help in delivering the learning objectives effectively. The downloadable documents can be created using software like Pages/Word Google Slides, Prezi, Photoshop or Canva. Certain are completely free and be included with your laptop Some will have to be bought.

Remember that certain teaching resources (presentation slides, plans) designed for videos you can reuse as downloadable files. They can be exported as PDFs and upload them onto your website. Some of them are ready others will need some tweaking.

Assignments can be created using additional files like worksheets or native documents. The combination of the exercise with it allows students to upload files to a lesson and then get responses.

After you've completed your files that you can download You now have professional images or edited native files you can upload.

 7. Add native or high-resolution files to your lessons

When uploading files online be aware of compressing size of images. This can cause them to lose quality. In CreativeMindClass Your students can get exactly the same image you uploaded without losing the clarity, and we also allow native file formats (.TIFFs, .PSDs etc.) which means that photography students be taught through doing.

In CreativeMindClass Every lesson you teach in your class can be accompanied by another file. This way, your students can watch the lesson and download the file precisely when they require it. If you're looking to take back the file filled in by your students, all you need to do is add the exercise to unlock this feature. The exercises will be discussed in the next part.

File formats that can be downloaded: We support most commonly used file formats. You can upload .PDFs, .JPGs, .PNGs, .MP4, .doc and editable native documents like .RAWs, .TIFFs, or a .PSDs  Pages/Words and more. The list is endless.

Size of the file: Remember to keep the file size to a minimum (approximately 1 MB) while keeping the crispiness of PDFs and photos so pupils can get high quality images as they download them speedily. The workable file formats like Pages/Word and native files are heavier in weight, and the heavier they get the longer it takes to download them, but they are such engaging ways of learning that it's worth it.

Upload high-resolution or native files to your lessons

 How to do it in CreativeMindClass

  1. Select DOWNLOADABLE FILE to upload your high-resolution or native document.

 8. Include an exercise in the lesson

Exercises can be a powerful method to help students achieve their learning goals. Students are engaged in learning through engaging in. This type of active learning usually consists of an actionable task and feedback from the instructor.

Think about the learning experience that you'll provide to students to succeed in their pursuit of their goals. Look at your Lessons list. What lessons might have exciting and enjoyable activities to help students learn? Which lessons could have homework tasks? What brainstorming exercises could you include? What will be the assignment in your class?

Add an exercise to a lesson

 How do I get it in CreativeMindClass

  1. Click to the tab for Content of the lesson
  2. Click on EXERCISE to create an exercise for your pupils.

 9. Students should be asked to submit photos and to get feedback from you

The online photography class asks for a final project, like making a photoshoot. In the event that you incorporate such exercises the students will be able to take pictures using the methods they've learned during the class and upload them onto CreativeMindClass, where you can give critique.

PRO TIP: The students' end-of-course results of your online photography course can be uploaded as exercises. The results will be uploaded on the Activity Feed together with your comments. It creates wonderful testimonials as well as social proof for your course site.

Students can share their photographies and get your feedback

 How to do it within CreativeMindClass

  1. Navigate to the tab titled Content
  2. Click EXERCISE to generate an exercise.
  3. Write TITLE. For example "Share your final portrait photos".
  4. Description of the type. Example "Develop and share your portrait images. After you're finished, you can put them up in the lower part of the lesson for my comments ".
  5. When your student uploads the task, you can go to the student's workto provide your feedback.

 10. Build an online community around your program

Feedback and activities for learning are the first steps toward developing a vibrant community for your online course. It is possible to stop there or improve the experience your students are getting to the next level. This will help expand your company and increase your visibility as a brand.

Activity Feed is a place to create the online communities. It helps drive traffic to your online course site, assists in keeping customers, and increases the amount of money you earn.

If you post some motivating articles to your online course website, you'll be able to create a great base for building an extremely engaged and enthusiastic community for your brand and business.

What can you do to engage your students? What are you posting via social networks? Do you have any tips you can give about composition, gear, or software? A good idea to keep your students entertained and motivated to complete your course is posting daily that provide inspiration for the final project.

Build an online community around your course

 How do I get it in CreativeMindClass

  1. Click My Postsin main menu to open it.
  2. Click ADD POST button to make an entirely new blog post.

 And you're done!

Congratulations! If your material is prepared, you've got the heart of your online photography class in place. If you are starting a new online photography course immediately, make use of the free template below to create and film an entirely new video as well as our entire instruction on how to create your own online photography courses.

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