Video Creation 101: What is the Process of Creating an Asynchronous Video?
Creating asynchronous video falls into three general stages: Pre-production, Production, and Post-production.
Pre-production
During the pre-production stage, you will go through the process of planning your video, creating an outline, script, or storyboard for project.
- Video 101: Pre-production: what should I do before recording video footage?
- What makes a video more effective for learning, according to research?
- Styles of video commonly used in teaching and learning, with examples.
- How long is this video project going to take? Criteria for estimating time to completion.
During this process, you should also determine what assets and resources you will need for your project.
- Hardware for video: What should I use and where can I get it?
- Software for asynchronous video: What should I use and where can I get it?
If you are using any hardware or software that you are not familiar with, you may also want to take this time to practice using these tools and create some small sample productions to better familiarize yourself with the tools.
Production
During the production stage, you will begin the process of creating and recording your video.
- How can I be as clear and engaging as possible on camera?
- Tips for planning and creating your multimedia resource.
- Audio quality: why is it important and how can I improve it?
- What can I do during recording to make my video look better? A brief discussion of composition and lighting.
Record your video. Re-watch your recording to confirm that you’re satisfied with it, and record again if necessary.
Post-production
Once you have a satisfactory recording, take some time to edit the video to ensure accessibility and improve the overall quality.
Once you have edited and published your video, you have several options for how to present your video to your audience.
- How can I share video with my students on Canvas? Video distribution solutions.