Video Production Lab Workshop Q&A - All questions here please

Do I need to wear clothes?

Already signed up and ready. I have a video camera and a face the camera just loves.

Yes, we'll be going over a few different types of scripts too (sales letter, video lesson, pre-sell video). There will be tips for shooting a live video, but also a way to avoid it.

No. Daily posts in the special forum that has been set up for this Workshop. There, you'll receive your video lesson, a PDF with the transcript, and your tasks for that lesson. No worries about missing it in your inbox.

Also, you get the interaction, advice, help, feedback from other Warriors.


It's here on a large paper schedule in my office. I do not share it, because - as with previous Workshops - there will be bonus additions as we go along.


Spaces are not limited, but deadline is. DO NOT wait until the last minute. Every Workshop, I get the ones who missed it (wailing, gnashing of teeth, begging, pleading) and I'm sorry to say, the deadline is set in concrete.

Jay

It's not live (as we all live on different sides of the planet). Every day, I upload a new video lesson. And, this forum will stay up for at least 6 months.

Hmmm... I thought this effect was ill-used and lacked connection to the message actually. In addition, 5/6ths of this marvelous sized viewer was a dull color and after seeing it for a few seconds really served no purpose from then on. A real lack of real estate use here, but I suppose we were all spoiled with the Video Boss productions. The direction of the shot also deflected eye contact to the cars in the drive-in, and not the real viewer. It's crafty sure, but I think it took away from your great personality Kevin. I think this is a lesson in what not to do, and since it came from Kevin, the production of this may very well be a quiz/test as part of the course.

In spite of that weirdness, as a video producer I am always looking for more ideas and ways to improve my business, and at $35 is a steal to get content delivered from Kevin, so for that sir, I thank you very much and will see you there.

Fantastic. Will be added to that part of the Workshop. I have a few tricks my wife taught me for those days when I go to shoot live but pulled a late one the night before. Works very well.

I'm sure there are a few member here who would appreciate that. If enough people send me whiskeys and ask nicely, I will even put on the mankini

Just what I need.... Just when I need it.... I love it when a good plan comes together.

Kevin, Are you addressing Camtasia in this workshop? If so... can I talk you into moving it up to Day One? <grin>

Did you click the register button? Sounds like you're trying to log in if it gives you that error. You need to register and then I'll approve it (I already see your order in my shopping cart, so confirmed).

For video, it will be Camtasia. You may get advice on other software from some participants, but this is the one we'll use in the Workshop, as this is the most common software with IMers.

As for photo editing, there is a wide range of possibilities.

Yes. You will be showcasing videos (if you want to) and get feedback from me and other Warriors.

Short answer is:

1. Yes (No). It will only be physical.

2. Yes (minimum suggested price, and suggested list price)

Note: Price has not been set, as these Workshops tend to become even bigger than planned - with more good stuff added. I've already added some cartoon image packages that weren't planned for the original.

Graham

I'm not too sure how, but ask some of the more technical folk here. Might be a workaround.

Balst! Two questions in a row that I can't answer. Although I own a Mac, I've never used Screenflow so I cannot say. There are a number of Mac users here on WF, so maybe you could put your question to the main board.

Everything I have ever done in Camtasia, I can do in Screenflow, so I don't see any problem Zanti.

Eva

THat's not two registration forms. The first screenshot shows you the front of the forum and where to click the Register link. The second screenshot shows the actual registration form, after clicking that link.

You can use any password you want. Just make sure your username matches what you put on the order form at my shopping cart - otherwise I may not be able to confirm you for activation (I've already got 3 Warriors whom I can't identify and I'm waiting for a reply from a query I sent to their registration e-mail).

Ruth

PM answered and you're good.

Good idea. Best go put a note, as I don't check PMs regularly.

Hello Kevin

Just jumped in! couldn't miss the chance to learn something from you man

Waiting for approval..can't wait to attend the mankini show!!

Edit: Well, I discovered that I made the classic mistake and didn't use my forum username as my first name as the instructions says in the pdf

Can this be fixed??

Actually, in Lesson 2 we go tool collecting and I give recommendation for video cameras too, but it's optional. There is even an option for those who don't have any video camera.

But, if you have some shekels that need to be spent, I recommend the Flip or the Kodak Zi8. But best if the output is AVI.

Hi Kevin,

I'm in. This is coming just at the right time for me and I guess a few others too.

David

Dennis

I've actually used my Flip camera as a mic at times. Just drag the resulting video into an audio track in Cam and it strips the visual. Works quite nicely. Other than that, there are so many mics to choose from. A lapel mic works good. I've used an Audio Technica boom mic.

As for the camera, as long as it put out an output that can be imported into Camtasia (check the latest at Screen Capture, Screen Recorder, Video Hosting, and Usability Testing Software)

Also, site was down awhile today. All sites on HostGator and even HostGator's main site were down. Now fine again. Glad it was now, as HG is usually very reliable.

Yes, some of them. But with yuo having control over what happens. We'll be doing some animation, some fun PiP work, all kinds of stuff in the bag of tricks.

Not sure about the trifocals, but otherwise you qualify.

I do try to keep all text clearly readable. If you find it's not so, you are covered by full guarantee.

Well, this deal looked too good to pass up. This should be a lot of fun and a great experience.

Can't wait to buy Rezbi's WSO...

~Bill

LOL, could you imagine what the WSO board would look like the day after the DVD-ROM is ready, if that were allowable?

RE: Usernames

If you have a Warrior username with numbers in it, my shopping cart cannot accet numbers in the name field. Instead, enter your username with all alpha characters.

For example: "expo223" ==> "expo two two three"

Then, you can use the regular username to register at the Workshop forum (ie: "expo223")

The shopping cart company was offline for a bit, but now all back online. Please try again.

Just a quick note - This workshop is only $35 - that's a steal for the info Kevin will be providing. My assessment is based on the other products and workshops of his that I have purchased in the past.

I see lots of folks asking for very specific info, and while I can understand the angst of just not knowing what you don't know (and not being sure if you will get what you need), I can assure you that the basics are the basics. Once you learn about video in general, it's not terribly difficult to make the transfer of knowledge to the specifics of your own system. It *will* require you to learn your tools, though, so you can apply what you've learned.

I can also assure you that Kevin spends considerable time creating his lessons. They are detailed, thorough, well thought-out. I have yet to find any product of his that wasn't top notch and worth far more than he charged for it. I am very picky, having been in the training field for over 20 years, so I do not give out that kind of praise lightly. Kevin creates products I would be proud to call my own (and I guess with the resale rights, I will almost be able to here <grin>).

With all that in mind, this is NOT a $1997 product, so keep your expectations in line. Just be glad he's running the workshop, and is only charging a pittance for it!! I have paid much higher prices for video and film courses, and I'm betting his will provide a more comprehensive value.

Of course that $35 does make me wonder what he's paying the hamsters, and if they will rise up to strike for higher wages???

Hey Kevin,
Just signed up this morning. We're so excited! Can't wait to get into this one!

-Dani

No problem. You were found by your name.

We've now got 470 registered in the forum, and over 500 who ordered it. It's going to be another great Workshop.

Same here. Last night I was getting that error so I cleared my cookies and cache and was again able to get in... unfortunately today I can't get in after clearing out my cookies and cache. I tried getting in on another computer in the house and still no dice.

JB

E-mail was broadcast to all forum members via the e-mail you used to register, a few days ago. Sorry about the access difficulties. Unfortunate that we had to move servers in the middle of this, but we had to or go bust. Clearing cache and cookies has worked well for anyone having access problems since the move.

Glad to hear that, still not working for me though. I'll try again tomorrow.

JB