Camtasia Mastery 8 - Creating Killer Videos w/ Camtasia 8

Name: Camtasia Mastery 8 - Creating Killer Videos w/ Camtasia 8
Rating: 4.5 (330 reviews)

Create videos quickly for training, marketing, sales, or support. Learn tips & tricks from years of Camtasia experience.

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Created byRon Hogue

Last updated 3/2017

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What you'll learn

Quickly create screen-capture videos for training or for Udemy courses
Understand the complete process for properly creating training videos - from idea to completed video
Learn tips and tricks to produce videos faster
Install a free, 30-day trial of Camtasia Studio 8 for Windows
Plan a video, including the audience, the steps, and the script
Record a screencast (a computer screen recording)
Record a voice to accompany the video
Edit the video to take out mistakes
Add and animate callouts to draw users' attention
Produce the final video and share it online

Course content

18 sections • 215 lectures • 7h 11m total length

Preparation Overview0:49
Overview of Section 1 - Preparation
Welcome and Congratulations!0:38
Welcome to the Camtasia Mastery course!
Course Overview1:26
Overview of the Camtasia Mastery course.
Course Resources0:45
Explanation of the Camtasia Mastery course resources. I've added to this lesson the resources from another class of mine, Camtasia Essentials. All the resources from that class can be found here. Check out the Download Resources tab to get a copy of this Camtasia goodness. Enjoy!

Note that it is NOT a part of the resources I reference for this Camtasia Mastery course. Those come at the end of each major section (see Lessons 36, 63, 121, 172, 210)
Instructor Introduction1:38
Top Five Tips2:34
My winning Camtasia video for Techsmith's 2012 Training category.
Why Use Camtasia?0:41
Camtasia Studio is not the only thing going. What are the best uses of Camtasia Studio and why do I use it for creating training videos?

Installation Overview0:25
Download Camtasia1:05
How to download the latest version of Camtasia Studio from http://www.techsmith.com/download/camtasia/
Camtasia Requirements1:41
System requirements and recommendations for installing Camtasia Studio.
Install Camtasia1:55
A walk-through of the installation process for Windows 7.
Camtasia Tutorials0:51
Accessing free tutorials from Techsmith's website: http://www.techsmith.com/tutorial-camtasia.html
Welcome Screen2:36
Understanding the various options on the Camtasia Welcome Screen.
Product Registration1:14
How to register your Camtasia product and sign up for the monthly newsletter from Techsmith.
Getting Started Project1:29
Accessing and learning from the Getting Started Project.
PowerPoint Add-in1:51
Reviewing the PowerPoint Add-in and the presentation that accompanies the add-in.
Record with PowerPoint0:58
Examining the Camtasia PowerPoint Add-in options for recording a PowerPoint presentation.
Installation Wrap-up0:16
Wrap-up of Part B: Installation.

Planning Overview0:28
Overview of Part C: Planning.
Video Purpose and Title0:52
Identifying the purpose of each video and appropriately titling each video.
Intended Audience0:42
Consider your audience when creating your videos.
Video Duration1:59
Discussion about how long videos should be and why you want to keep them short.
Structuring Content2:44
How to logically organize your thoughts while preparing for video creation.
Scripting the Video2:24
When and how to script your videos.
Camtasia Style Guide1:46
Camtasia Style Guide: What is it? Why should we create one? What should it include?
Planning Wrap-up0:28
Wrap-up of Part C: Planning.

Video Basics Overview0:45
Overview of Part D: Video Basics.
Resolution Overview2:03
Overview on the discussion of resolution and pixels.
Resolution Choice2:34
Recommendations how to select the best resolution for producing your videos.
Aspect Ratio1:46
Understanding the aspect ratio which is width to height.
Video Compression1:35
Understanding what video compression is, why it is needed, and types of compression.
Video File Formats1:49
Quick look at the different types of video formats and when they are most often used.
Frames per Second2:06
Understanding what "frames per second" are, common frames per second, and recommendations.
Recommended Video Settings0:59
Recommended settings for video creation and production. This includes resolution, frames per second, and file type.
Video Basics Wrap-up0:36
Wrap-up of Part D: Video Basics.
Resources for Section 1: Preparation0:04

Recording Section Overview0:33
Overview of Section 2: Recording
Recording Setup Overview0:22
Overview of Part A: Recording Setup
Recording Audio and Video Separately1:02
The value of recording one thing at a time.
Create a "Recording" Account1:16
Creating a Windows account dedicated to recording screencasts.
Desktop Clean Up3:39
How and why to clean up your desktop to remove distractions.
Resolution for Recording2:42
Recommendation to record at the same resolution that the video will be produced in.
Recording Full Screen vs. Windowed0:43
Why I prefer full screen and when it makes sense to record windowed.
Pre-recording Practice1:19
Practicing recording. Walking through the steps BEFORE hitting the record button.
Recording Setup Wrap-up0:39
Wrap-up of Part A: Recording Setup.

Screen Recording Overview0:21
Overview of Part B: Screen Recording.
Using the Recorder1:20
A look at the Recorder.
Keyboard Shortcuts1:08
Shortcuts used for starting, pausing, and stopping a recording.
Recorder Options2:37
A quick look at options available when recording like making annotations.
Recording with a Webcam1:35
Suggestions for lighting and positioning when recording with a webcam.
Recording Audio1:09
Audio options in the recorder for adjusting levels, selecting microphones, and recording system audio.
Keep Rolling2:05
Advice to keep the recording rolling rather than stopping and starting repeatedly.
Recording Your First Screencast2:10
Ummm... If someone doesn't understand what this video is about from the title, I'm not sure that this description is going to help either. : )
Screen Recording Wrap-up0:32
Wrap-up of Part B: Screen Recording.

Audio Recording Introduction0:10
Introduction to Part B: Audio Recording.
Audio Hardware2:54
A look at the hardware needed to get audio in and out of the computer.
Scripts and Teleprompters2:49
Tips for using scripts and teleprompters during recording.
Audio Setup and Testing2:22
How to properly set up your microphone and test your levels BEFORE recording.
Audio Recording1:27
Configuring the screen capture for recording and saving the audio recording file.
Voice Narration1:15
Why I record audio as a screen capture rather than using the Voice Narration section within Camtasia Studio.
Record Audio Sample0:45
Capturing your audio in a recording for later use.
Audio Recording Wrap-up1:00
Wrap-up of Part C: Audio Recording
Resources for Section 2: Recording0:05

Editing Section Overview0:28
Overview of Section 3: Editing Basics
Layout Overview0:44
Overview Part A: Layout which examines the various parts of the Camtasia Studio screen.
Canvas Overview0:51
Overview of the Canvas area.
Yellow Snap Lines1:31
Understanding and using the yellow snap lines to align items.
Changing Editing Dimensions1:21
How to change the project dimensions while editing.
Cropping Tool1:38
Where to find the cropping tool and how to use it.
Hand Tool (Toggle Pan)1:09
An understanding of the hand (toggle pan) tool.
Canvas - Full Screen and Detached1:38
How to detach the canvas and make it full screen to facilitate editing.
Dual Monitor Example1:27
An example of how to setup Camtasia Studio for editing with two monitors.
Tracks Overview2:18
Understanding the basics of tracks within Camtasia Studio.
Layout Wrap-up0:41
Wrap-up of Part A: Layout

Media Overview0:42
Overview of Part B: Media
Quicktime Download1:43
Where to go to get Quicktime for using .mov files. https://www.apple.com/quicktime/
Import Media2:35
How to import media like images, audio, and video clips.
Media on Tracks2:41
Moving media from the Clip Bin to the Tracks and moving media around on tracks.
Project Overview1:26
Understanding what a Camtasia Project (camproj) really is.
Saving Projects4:47
How to save, change autosave timing, and how frequently to save your Camtasia projects.
Loading Projects0:54
How to load Camtasia Projects.
Update Media3:14
Did your media move? Tell Camtasia where to find it.
Adding to Library4:13
How to add media assets to the library to make them available in ALL projects.
Included Assets1:38
Look at assets that come bundled with the Camtasia Studio software.
Download Assets1:26
How to download additional FREE assets from TechSmith. http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia-accessories.html
Install Assets1:19
How to install downloaded assets.
Media Wrap-up0:21
Wrap-up of Part B: Media

Editing Basics Overview0:21
Overview of Part C: Editing Basics
Smart Focus1:47
A brief look at Smart Focus which Camtasia novices may use.
Selecting Clips3:18
How to select multiple clips using the Shift and Ctrl keys.
Splits and Cuts2:49
What splits and cuts are, how to make them using the buttons, and how to use keyboard shortcuts.
Autostitch0:50
How to enable and disable the Autostitch feature.
Stitch1:06
How to stitch together clips manually.
Aligning and Trimming2:33
How to align clips and trim them.
Moving Clips with Shift2:01
How to move clips to right even when there isn't enough room for them.
Undo and Redo1:08
Make a mistake? Undo your actions with the undo button or Ctrl Z. Undo too much? Redo will put it back.
Locking Tracks2:00
How to lock tracks to prevent them from being edited.
Disable Track1:22
How to disable a track so it can no longer be seen during playback while editing.
Copy and Paste1:29
Copying and pasting clips on the timeline.
Transitions4:40
Using transitions sparingly. If you must use a transition, fade.
Use Trimmed Content1:37
During a transition, trimmed content can be used on either side of the transition. This shows how to enable or disable the use of trimmed content in your transitions.
Insert Time1:24
How to insert the exact amount of time needed to put a clip in front of another clip.
Cursor Effects3:52
Want your mouse pointer to stand out? Cursor effects allows your pointer (cursor) to be larger, highlighted, or even hidden.
Basic Editing Wrap-up0:25
Wrap-up of Part C: Basic Editing.

Requirements

Windows-based computer with Vista, 7, or 8 (no Windows XP)
Internet connection to download the latest version of Camtasia Studio

Description

Last update: October 2016. Camtasia Mastery is for everyone who uses Camtasia Studio to make videos. From beginners learning what the program is about, to experienced users who want to learn how to take animations and hosting to the next level, this course has loads of information for learners of all experience levels.

The Camtasia Mastery sections are divided into several bite-sized videos. This allows you to go through the course in order, or jump to any of the topics you need help with. Most videos are only 2-3 minutes long but the course is packed with over 6½ hours of instruction. You can get exactly what you need, when you need it - no more scouring hours of videos to try and find the one nugget of information you need.

Be sure to check out all of the course reviews to see how students love this course. From beginners to long-time users, you WILL learn how to best use Camtasia Studio.

Post your questions. I reply to most student questions and comments within 3 days (usually faster). The best questions will get a video answer. I will create a video to fully answer great questions. Video answers (and questions) are shared with all students in a special section at the end of the course.

If you are creating training videos with Camtasia, you will learn tricks and tips to save you time and make your videos look great!

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to create videos with Camtasia Studio 8 for Windows
Perfect for anyone wanting to build a course on Udemy
It is NOT for Camtasia Mac users, although most of the content is also applicable to the Mac version

Camtasia Mastery 8 - Creating Killer Videos w/ Camtasia 8

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Preparation - Course Introduction7 lectures • 9min

Preparation - Software Installation11 lectures • 14min

Preparation - Planning8 lectures • 11min

Preparation - Video Basics10 lectures • 14min

Recording - Setup9 lectures • 12min

Recording - Screen9 lectures • 13min

Recording - Audio9 lectures • 13min

Editing Foundations - Layout11 lectures • 14min

Editing Foundations - Media and Projects13 lectures • 27min

Editing Foundations - Basic Editing17 lectures • 33min

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