How to Make Music Videos

Name: How to Make Music Videos
Rating: 4.4 (358 reviews)

The Step By Step Guide to Making Professional Music Videos With Little or No Budget

Created byMichael Allen

Last updated 1/2019

English

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What you'll learn

Film professional music videos with little or no budget
We'll show you exactly what equipment you need to get started with music video production ASAP
Learn to properly plan music videos and write Music Video Treatments
Learn exactly how you should be filming a proper music video
We take you through the entire Editing Process, from importing footage to delivering it to your client
Need an Artist to Film? Don't worry! We'll show you exactly how to find free or paying clients to work with

Course content

4 sections • 35 lectures • 7h 48m total length

What You'll Need27:43
Here's what you'll need to to get started in the Music Video industry. Be sure to take advantage of the downloadable PDF file attached to this lesson.

Also, be sure to JOIN THE COURSE FACEBOOK GROUP!

Click Here To Join the Facebook Group

Oh, one more thing...

Enjoy the Course! I'll see you at the end!
Equipment We Use14:49
EQUIPMENT WE USE

Here's our Music Video KIT: https://kit.com/2023Vision

OR check out the individual product links below!

CAMERAS, LENSES, & ACSESSORIES

Panasonic GH4: http://amzn.to/2r9ApqF

Canon T3i (Photography camera): http://amzn.to/2sdXWKt

GH4 Backup Batteries: http://amzn.to/2t63ILY

Rokinon 24mm f/1.4 Lens: http://amzn.to/2sSNPZD

Canon 50mm f/1.8 Lens: http://amzn.to/2r9aDCZ

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Metabones Speedbooster: http://amzn.to/2sdzzwA

Sandisk 32GB Memory Card: http://amzn.to/2sdCsh3

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LIGHTING

LED Video Light(On Camera): http://amzn.to/2uP4Cgl

Softbox Lighting Kit: http://amzn.to/2rgVJ1w

500 LED Lighting Kit: http://amzn.to/2sdDt8R

Umbrella Lighting Kit: http://amzn.to/2sdQWxq

STABILIZERS

DJI Ronin M Stabilizer: http://amzn.to/2rlRqgC

Flycam Nano Stabilizer: http://amzn.to/2r9K0he

Car Mount: http://amzn.to/2frSaR6

DRONE

DJI Phantom 3 Standard: http://amzn.to/2sdhGxR

AUDIO

Rode NTG 1 Shotgun Microphone: http://amzn.to/2sSTm2f

Blue Spark Microphone: http://amzn.to/2r9kdpD

Tascam DR-40 Recorder: http://amzn.to/2rgZLag

COMPUTERS

HP All in One Touchscreen Computer: http://amzn.to/2sSQGl4

iMac Computer: http://amzn.to/2CQnOxA

HARD DRIVES

G-Raid High Performance 4TB Hard Drive: http://amzn.to/2FL29xa

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Finding Clients0:55
Pricing a Music video8:21
Price a music video using four factors: location travel; equipment and crew; time and effort; editing. Use a flat-rate model with packages 350, 500, 750 plus travel and equipment expenses.
Planning16:35
ASSIGNMENT: After watching the video, create a full music video treatment for your favorite song. Once created, post a link to the treatment in the course Facebook Group. You can use programs such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or Apple's Keynote to create the treatment.

Join the Facebook group Here
Location Scouting3:22
You've made it to the end of Module 1! Check out the last lecture on Location Scouting, then we'll see you in Module 2.

Choosing the Right Equipment3:27
Setting up Your Camera10:21
Setting Up Your Environment Part 11:44
Assess environmental limitations, position talent and props, and plan lighting for a music video environment. Part one covers limitations and lighting using a scenario with a balloon wall and windows.
Setting Up Your Environment Part 2 (AND Lighting)12:25
Explore three-point lighting—key light from the window, fill light, and hair light—and learn how to shape drama with hard and soft light, backlight, and diffusion for music video scenes.
Filming Performances12:17
Filming B-Roll & Directing Talent9:29
Camera Movement15:34
Master camera movement for music videos by matching tempo, controlling handheld and stabilizer shots, from subtle pans to full circles, and manual focus when needed.
Key Tips1:00

Organizing and Importing Footage15:21
HARD DRIVES WE USE

G-Raid High Performance 4TB Hard Drive: http://amzn.to/2FL29xa

G-Drive 4TB Hard Drive: http://amzn.to/2HP3pfA

Seagate 4TB Hard Drive: http://amzn.to/2ptU06r
Synchronizing Performances (Synchronizing Audio and Video)28:20
Marking & Cutting 120:07
Explore two marking and cutting methods for music videos: cut across layers to keep the best takes, and set beat markers to guide precise cuts along the timeline.
Marking & Cutting 219:53
practice marking and cutting by deleting extraneous footage, testing takes one by one, and pre-rendering sequences for smooth playback, while mixing close-ups with transitions for dramatic entrances.
Marking & Cutting 326:25
Mark and cut footage by selecting clips and applying transitions to shape the edit. Use 60 fps slow motion and flicker or cross dissolve effects to polish the music video.
Adding B-Roll Part 119:02
Adding B-Roll Part 221:09
Learn to add b-roll to music videos by pacing slow-motion intros, filling gaps with matching clips, and using fades and flickers, while organizing and labeling footage for a cohesive edit.
Adding B-Roll Part 324:58
Organize and assemble b-roll for a music video by labeling clips, arranging shots, and using slow motion and fades. Apply flicker and other video effects to match the concept.
Music Video Effects Part 122:24
Explore music video effects such as flicker, slow motion, glass flicker, punch transitions, and speed ramps, and learn how to apply them, cut frames, and save presets.
Music Video Effects Part 218:42
Music Video Effects Part 310:56
Adding Titles12:19
Color Correcting & Color Grading21:57
Exporting7:08
Assignment: Edit a full Music Video0:16

Links to Equipment We Use0:02
EQUIPMENT WE USE

Here's our Music Video KIT: https://kit.com/2023Vision
Who We Look up to0:12
Downloads0:03
Exclusive Interview w/ YCImaging Part 122:16
Exclusive Interview w/ YCImaging Part 219:59
Exclusive Interview w/ YCImaging Part 319:27
Explore turning a passion for music videos into a thriving creative business with YouTube tutorials, audience feedback, and monetization, from basic gear to self-promotion.

Requirements

No Requirements! Get started today even if you don't have a Camera or clients to work with.
Come Eager & Ready to Learn everything you need to know!
EVENTUALLY you will need to invest in a camera with Video capibilities
EVENTUALLY you will also need a Video Editing Software. We recommend Adobe Premiere pro because it is the software we teach from.

Description

Looking to film your first music video?

Or are u slightly experienced and just need more guidance?

The "How to Make Music Videos" guide is just for you.

This course is a full, step by step guide to creating professional music videos. We take you through everything from Finding a Music Video Client to editing and delivering the final video.

Think of this guide as your shortcut to becoming a professional Music Video Director.

Who this course is for:

Beginner and Intermediate Filmmakers who are looking to film professional music videos.

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Course content

Getting Started and Planning a Music Video6 lectures • 1hr 12min

Filming a Music Video8 lectures • 1hr 6min

Editing a Music Video15 lectures • 4hr 29min

Resources6 lectures • 1hr 2min

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