Rules to Better Video Recording

Creating high-quality videos consistently requires more than just a great idea. You need a dedicated setup that allows you to focus.

The popular open plan office will commonly result in poor vocal audio, bad lighting, and an inconsistent background that detracts from your content. A streamlined, self contained recording space can help save time and ensure your videos look and sound professional without the technical burden.

When you've finished a PBI you should record a video to send to your Product Owner and anyone else that is interested. A 'Done' video is much better than a screenshot because you are proving the PBI workflow actually works. Even better, this video can double as documentation or release notes for your users.

Although it can be daunting, creating a awesome 'Done Video' doesn't have to be hard. Luckily, we have you covered with these key tips to make your 'Done Video' great!

Producing video content for YouTube and TikTok can help you increase brand awareness, engage with potential clients, and showcase your expertise in the software industry. Here are some types of video that you might create:

If writing a technical script where you don't have the knowledge to make the final call, it is important to remember that different developers will sometimes have conflicting opinions.

Recording a public video is time-consuming... scripting, filming, editing, and reviewing all take extra effort. The biggest waste happens when you record before verifying the accuracy of your content.

Before hitting record, a quick content check can save hours of rework and help you get it right the first time.

Aligning expectations with stakeholders is key to success, especially for creative content where the outcome is very variable. Make sure you define what kinds of videos need what quality level.

When filming a video, it's crucial that images are of the highest possible quality. Capturing a screenshot with a 1080p monitor can be problematic because the screenshot might need to be cropped or zoomed in on causing it to be low resolution in the video. Moreover, there may be elements in the screenshot that should be edited such as sensitive information or the placement of a button.

Luckily, the developer console equips you with an impressive array of tricks for capturing screenshots with extremely high resolution while easily editing elements on the screen.

Focus peaking is a valuable tool that assists videographers and filmmakers in achieving precise and accurate focus in their shots.

It highlights the areas of the image that are in sharp focus with a distinct and often colourful outline. This visual aid is superimposed onto the live view or monitor display, making it easier for the videographer to identify the focal points within the frame.

Focus peaking is included in most professional video cameras and external video monitors.

❌ Figure: Bad example - Subject out of focus

✅ Figure: Figure: Good example - Focus peaking highlighting areas in focus

Without a 'call to action' (viewers to do something at the end of a video) the purpose of the video is lost. So you don't waste all your hard work editing, you should include a CTA at the end.

Common objectives are to:

• Obtain the viewer's email address
• Get the viewer to provide info and request a service from the company
• Get them to subscribe to the company's social media pages

Though each interviewer will have their own style, line of questions etc, there are some basic rules that you should follow when conducting an interview:

Recording live video interviews on location can be difficult. The key to success is to make the process as simple as possible, so you continue to record and release interviews.

Read the tutorial: Learn the Camtasia recording process, complete basic video edits, and successfully share a video.

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Follow these steps to start recording using Camtasia:

Most developers like to set up their screen efficiently – often that means small fonts, visible bookmark bars and a huge amount of browser tabs and taskbar items. While this is great for efficiency, it is not very good for recordings or presentations, and the clutter should be removed.

When recording your screen, whether for a tutorial, a webinar, or a demo, your on-camera appearance is just as important as the content itself. Wearing a company-branded t-shirt not only enhances your professional presence but also reinforces your company’s identity with every video you create.

Depending on the type of video you are making, you will need to decide what microphone works best for you.

Understanding basic video editing terminology allows for better communication during the post-production workflow. It's important for anyone involved to know the basic terms to keep feedback clear and concise.

It can be time-consuming to think and plan a shoot with the background in mind. It is much better to have a library of different office backgrounds to save time.

These will also act as approved office backgrounds from the Product Owner, giving the video team assurance and confidence in shooting the video. It also allows developers who are less creative or nervous about shooting to choose what background they would like.

When filming a subject (or subjects) there are numerous ways to frame them.