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Since we can’t host workshops at CMAC during the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re bringing the training home to you! New tutorials are being released multiple times a week. Please check back here or subscribe to our YouTube channel to see the latest videos.
Every great video starts with an idea. Terry interviews the rest of the CMAC staff to ask where their best ideas come from.
Learn Pre-Production and how to take your video idea to the next step with Cesar.
Take your idea and formulate a script with Cesar. Covering different types of scripts and the tools to help write them.
A template for a Rundown and Two Column Script:
https://bit.ly/cmac2colscript
Narrative script apps:
Free: https://writersolo.com/
Paid: https://www.celtx.com/ (monthly)
https://slugline.co/ (first page free, $50 for full, Mac & iOS only, compatible with Final Draft files)
https://www.fadeinpro.com/ ($80 compatible with Final Draft, Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android)
https://store.finaldraft.com/final-draft-11.html ($200)
Narrative script Elements breakdown
https://slugline.co/basics
Whether interviewing someone in person or over the internet, Terry and Cyndy have tips for you to conduct a successful interview for your production.
Kyle shows you some tips and tricks for recording professional looking video with your phone or mobile device.
Kyle shows you how to record video using the Filmic Pro app, the most advanced cinematic video camera app for mobile devices.
Missing the CMAC studio? Don’t worry, Kyle and Cesar will show you how to produce your interview show from home using the free Zoom video conferencing software.
Maybe you’re more comfortable with Skype? Kyle and Terry will show you how to record interviews with the free Skype software.
OBS is free and open source software for video recording and live streaming. Download and start streaming quickly and easily on Windows, Mac or Linux. Jeff will show you how.
Wanna know where to get streak keys for various platforms for live streaming in OBS? Jeff has you covered.
YouTube: https://studio.youtube.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/live/producer/
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/
Mixer: https://mixer.com/
Periscope: https://www.pscp.tv/
Instagram tool: https://yellowduck.tv/
Want to use another computer screen as a source in OBS without using a capture card? Terry shows how to install the NDI plug ins to make this possible!
The CMAC Sony X70 & Z90 Kits are the most popular camera checkout in our library of resources. Here Dom covers what’s in the bag and how to get started with the camera.
Dom covers how to navigate the camera menu to set up the camera for filming.
Learn how to navigate manual exposure settings and controls with Cesar.
Learn to set White Balance using the Sony X70 and Z90 with Cesar.
Learn how to set and operate the Sony X70 and Sony Z90 in Manual Focus with Cesar. Also some tips and tools to help with getting sharp focus.
Learn what comes with a Canon M50 checkout and how to set up the camera for filming with Dom!
Need to send your latest video to CMAC for playback? You can do that from home. Kyle takes you through the process step by step.
Looking for a free editing application? Dom walks through downloading, installing, editing, and exporting a project in DaVinci Resolve 16.
DaVinci not your speed? Kyle walks through downloading, installing, editing, and exporting a project in HitFilm Express.
Kyle shows you how to use this powerful video editing software available on iPad and iPhone mobile devices.
Kyle shows you how to use this free video editing software available on iPad and iPhone mobile devices.
Cesar takes you through the process of creating your own Google account and YouTube channel.
Cesar shows you how to verify your YouTube channel so you can live stream and upload videos longer than 15 minutes.
Cesar shows you how to utilize the free music and sound effects from YouTube.
Jeff and Cesar show you how to import the footage you captured on your phone to your computer for editing.
What do you need to think about to get your podcast into production? Dom will walk you through solidifying your ideas, format, and writing.
Ready to create your first podcast? Dominque shares some helpful tips for producing your podcast at home.
Podcasting is more popular now than ever. Want to start your own? Dominique will show you how.
Explore the Anchor podcast app with Kyle as he figures out how to record, edit and publish a podcast all from the mobile app. https://anchor.fm
