10 minute DVD Product Creation Tutorial from my 6 figure businesses

[tgilberg]

Hey everybody,

here is a quick step by step tutorial on creating professional DVD's in under 1o minutes.
This is the method I currently use in creating all the DVD content for both of my six figure businesses.

YouTube - idvddemo

Tim

[avandrunen]

That was awesome thanks Tim, just one more reason to move over to a mac...someday

[mikeyman120]

Cool video. Make me want to switch to mac also. I love video and selling video courses. I haven't given much thought to creating DVD's but now I will.

Mike

[Popstar]

Tim,

You're quickly becoming my new favorite poster.

I used to use Macs exclusively... loved iMovie... but then I got 3 Macs in a row that were DOA and I switched to a PC.

You've made me want to go back. They really do have the most elegant machines and software, don't they?

Thanks for such a helpful video,

Debbie

[Zanti]

Dude, I am so blown away by your post. I love my Mac. It's so good to have someone on the WF that understand the power of a Mac and Video.

I can't thank you enough. So looking forward to your next post.

Z

[tgilberg]

I use both Mac's & PC's in my businesses. Time is money & as you can see when you can create a professional quality info product DVD in minutes you just saved time & made money.

What I demonstrated in the tutorial video is exactly what I use in terms of features, I do not waste time learning things that will only marginally improve the product. I focus my energy on creating more & more content. The Mac allows me to do that.

The screen capture software I used to make the video you watched is called Screenflow for the Mac.

Tim

[Zanti]

Tim, are you saying that you don't use ScreenFlow anymore. I just got ScreenFlow and working to learn how to use it. Are you using a combination of ScreenFlow and idvd and imovie?

If not are you using ScreenFlow for anything now?

Thanks,

Z

[tgilberg]

Sorry if that was confusing. I use IDVD to create all of my instructional DVD's. I use
Screenflow video capture software to capture the screen and that is how i created the tutorial video you watched at the top of this post.

Hope that makes sense. Screenflow is quite awesome and powerful.


Tim

[Pat Ordenes]

good stuff Tim,
Just wondering if you know how to loose the apple watermark though...
Cheers,
Pat

[Jill Carpenter]

There is also an automated feature within Idvd that allows you to just plug your camera into your computer (don't even rewind) and it will suck the video off and make an instant DVD.

You will need to have ample hard drive space on your main system to do it, but it's a neat little feature.

I still have DVD studio pro on an old system running OS 9 - but it is a LOT of work and I have not touched it in a long time.

To add to your plan in a cost effective way, one can get an old G4 Tower off of ebay and a printer like the epson R300 or 320 and some Toast. Use the toast program to replicate your DVD's, use the R300 or 320 to print images directly on the DVD's. You can find printable DVD's at places like Staples.

Burn your disks, print them through the printer, and get some Avery stock that is a cut out for the Jewel cases and you can print those up too.

I did this to create family picture slide shows, and put the image of the featured person or people on the front cover. The DVD jewel case itself is pretty enough to display on a mantle like a family photo, and does not get lost in a huge DVD collection as the DVD is right inside.

[Fun to Write]

Great info Tim.

I was wondering if you have to buy the complete Mac computer for this or is idvd included on Mac laptops?

[Jill Carpenter]

Originally Posted by Fun to Write

Great info Tim.

I was wondering if you have to buy the complete Mac computer for this or is idvd included on Mac laptops?

It came on my macbook.

You pay more for the mac, but it doesnt have the crash issues I see with windows, and comes with a ton of software installed including garage band, imovie, iphoto, etc.

[TelegramSam]

I have often wondered about getting a few macs for the company, and this may just be the clincher.

Thanks,
Sam

[bobsstuff]

I have a G3 tower in storage with OS 10 (earliest version) Will this have the IDVD program on it? If so maybe I should start digging into my storage unit.
(Shut down my brick and motar business earlier this year -- stored tons of stuff)

[BillyBee]

It's just mind-boggling to me how the tools that are available now can make these tasks so easy. Thanks for posting that, Tim.

Once you actually see how easy it is to create something so professional-looking, it's very motivating.

[MichaelHiles]

I don't particularly have technology "religion" when it comes to using a tool to get a job done. Whatever works.

iDVD is great stuff. Just wanted to remind everyone who isn't necessarily a Mac user that you can get the same kinds of features in a linear video editor in Adobe Premiere Elements - which has themes, auto menu building, etc... Just import your clips, pics, soundtrack, etc... It's a much cheaper alternative to buying a Mac just to get these features.

If you're already going to buy a Mac, then super.

[tyson4]

i like it!

[ronr]

It would be interesting to see something similar done on a PC.

[SageSound]

Tim, it's great to see someone highlighting some of the GEMS that come hidden in my iMac!

For those who are asking, iDVD is included as part of Apple's iLife package.

Apple - iDVD - Create DVDs of your movies and photo slideshows.

The latest version of iLife is included FREE on every NEW Mac computer, but you do not get free upgrades as it's not part of the OS, per se.

iLife includes the following applications (and I think there may be a few others):

iPhoto
iMovie
iWeb
iDVD
GarageBand

All of these are absolutely INCOMPARABLE with what you'll find bundled on any Windows machine.

In fact, you'll pay a pretty penny for any ONE of these apps on Windows.

iLife '09, the entire bundle of apps above, is only $79.

Originally Posted by ronr

It would be interesting to see something similar done on a PC.

Yes, it would, but don't hold your breath! Windows does not come with any software that can do this. You need to buy a product that's more expensive than iLife just to burn a DVD, but it won't let you do what iDVD does to design your DVD.

If you add up what COMPARABLE versions of all these apps would cost for Windows, it would be more than half of what a low-end Mac notebook would cost.

There are also tons of tutorials on the Apple site for all of these apps, and you can go to any Apple store and get help if there's one nearby.

-David

PS: ScreenFlow is an application that is comparable to Camtasia, but it's a lot cheaper ($99 full lic, $29 upgrades) and has more features.

[Jill Carpenter]

Originally Posted by bobsstuff

I have a G3 tower in storage with OS 10 (earliest version) Will this have the IDVD program on it? If so maybe I should start digging into my storage unit.
(Shut down my brick and motar business earlier this year -- stored tons of stuff)

I don't think IDVD came out with the original OSX software. Also, you would need to check to see if there is a DVD burner on that G3.

There are some things you can do with that unit, but G3's are all 8 years or older at this point.

You'd need to really look into the hardware and speed of the processing unit to find the best things to do with it. You can get old software for really cheap - IE older versions of photoshop and microsoft office for mac that will work fine. Itunes will still work well on that too - create a juke box.

[JSnow]

I owned and operated a computer retail & repair store for many successful years. I am a big PC fan however I always say, "if you want to have a professional look and feel to you work, go with a Mac.". Mac's have a very bad reputation for not being flexible with their upgrading abilities; and overall industry acceptance. For example, a quick example. Gamers ( A massive industry) cannot be successful in playing games on a Mac. One reason they aren't written for a Mac! So for the family wanting a new computer they generally have to accommodate for everyone, so in most cases Mac's are out.

Another reason, in a nut shell you can only use Mac $$$ software $$$. This move dam near killed IBM. Now on the flip side on things, Apple produces so of the most fantastic running software out their. So if you want a computer for business, times are changing Apple is a smart company and they are changing the tides and are gaining more mind and market share; and are creating GREAT computers. Keep in mind that the hardware is all the same... It's the software that sets it apart, besides aesthetics.

This one I get a laugh out of... "Mac's don't get viruses." The answer is simple, their are fewer Mac's on the web compared to PC's and as soon as their numbers really increase Mac's will be a targeted system, that's all.

Oh and for those that are saying, "good riddance to Microsoft!" Well... Microsoft owns 49% of Apples shares. So either way your money is lining the wallets of Microsoft employees. The bigger Apple gets the bigger Microsoft gets. Kinda like the Government, you get a raise they get a raise, you get a bonus they get a bonus; from taxes!

Thanks Tim! I really liked the video and for the record I am in the neighborhood for a Mac.

Jeff

[Josh Anderson]

I thought this thread was about how to make a dvd ;-) Funny how the mere mention of a Mac brings up unrelated discussion.

I built my own Mac Pro and can dual boot from a hd running osx or another running windows. You don't need to "switch" you can be both ;-)

Thanks for the great tutorial Tim!

[tleemc12]

Hey Tim,

It just gets better every time you post. You share such great info on the simplicity of making professional looking videos. I don't have a Mac now but it is on my list. In the mean time I will make due with my PC. Keep the tips and secrets coming.

[tgilberg]

Good morning,

Update for you guys, In this short tutorial I will show you how to remove the Apple watermark from your DVD' & give you a quick 2 minute tour demonstrating the software I use to create these quick training videos, it is called Screenflow.

YouTube - VideoProfitPlatform.com

Tim

[Popstar]

Originally Posted by bobsstuff

I have a G3 tower in storage with OS 10 (earliest version) Will this have the IDVD program on it? If so maybe I should start digging into my storage unit.
(Shut down my brick and motar business earlier this year -- stored tons of stuff)

I bought one of the first Macs with a DVD burner; it was a G4 nicknamed the Silver Bullet. So I doubt that a G3 would have iDVD on it because I don't think G3s had DVD burners.

Heck, the software on that G4 was so new that iTunes came preloaded with lots of songs and audiobooks (and I mean A LOT). iMovie was in an early stage, too.

I don't remember which OS it had, though. If you just had the original OS on your G3, you probably don't have iDVD; if you upgraded at some point, it might be worth a look.

Debbie

[Popstar]

Tim,

I'd like to see a full demo of screenflow.

Thanks,
Debbie