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August 2009 Table of Contents

If you're interested in taking your hobby into a serious business, you might think about getting into the Wedding Video business. We have some tips to getting started in the August issue of Videomaker. Also, titles for any video project are the first things your viewers see. Creating interesting titles for your videos is a must, and you don't want your program to scream amateur. This issue offers you a tutorial with tips on making polished titles that are easy to create.

This issue also has tips how to easily fix audio errors in post, and documentary interviewing tips. From online collaboration to organizing social networks, the Internet is where your video is getting seen and we show you how to manage all the data in the August issue.

Feature Stories

The Art Of The Title Sequence

Title sequences contribute both information & atmosphere to a video. A stylish title sequence when properly executed, adds an immediate air of professionalism.

DVD Duplicators Buyer's Guide

Now video producers can easily create DVDs for their clients, handling the project from start to finish using a DVD duplicator with no outside help.

Guide to Buying Camcorder Tripods

There are many things to consider when buying a tripod that will give continued support as your gear needs grow.

How to Start a Wedding Video Service

When you think about starting a wedding video service, there are a few pitfalls to avoid. First, don't try to serve the entire wedding video market.

Reviews

Videomaker's 2009 Best Innovative Software: Abaltat Muse 2.0 Music Composition Software Review

A World-Class Composer for the Rest of Us. Abaltat Muse 2.0 gives visual editors a leg up on creating custom music scores in a simple, no-fuss interface.

Review: Elgato Turbo.264 HD Mac Video Capture Software & Device

The Elgato turbo.264 HD is a complete Mac video capture software and device solution. There is no need to buy additional software since it is included.

Canon Vixia Camcorder Review : Vixia HF20

The Canon VIXIA HF20 Camcorder packs in a very impressive 12 hours of shooting time, with the help of its 32GB of internal memory and the use of an SDHC Card.

Camcorder Support Review : Delkin Fat Gecko & Cam Caddie Scorpion

Great images look even better with the many useful devices on the market. Both of these can certainly enhance one's shooting pleasure, and add that extra POV shot.

Other World Computing Mercury Pro External Blu-ray Disc Burner Review

Quick and External. A very nice drive, but a better performance over USB or FireWire than eSATA. USB, FireWire 400, FireWire 800 and eSATA ports.

Columns

Video For Beginners: What Comes Before "Video For Dummies" ?

Here at Videomaker, we have been publishing articles and teaching video for beginners since 1986. Many people are time-deficient, so they must learn quickly.

Basic Training: Camera Movement Techniques - Tilt, Pan, Zoom, Pedestal, Dolly and Truck

Learn to develop a variety of basic camera movement techniques to move your audience when the scene calls for a tilt, pan, zoom, pedestal ,dolly, or truck.

Distribution: Online Social Networking For Video Producers

As social networking sites continue to grow, videographers who create plans for promoting their videos using online social networking will benefit.

Directing: Documentary Interview Tips

The key to a good documentary interview is to listen. Maintain eye contact with your subject. Do not look down at your notes or settle for generalizations.

Editing: Fool Proof Collaboration for Online Video Producers

Smart producers are using online video collaboration to get fast feedback from their clients and to make adjustments without needing to meet the client.

Post Production Video Editing Tips

Tips on how to use fix problems in post production with editing software, plugins and a little time. So you can say -Don't worry, well fix it in post.

Departments

Windows Movie Maker File Conversion Tips

Question: I use Windows Movie Maker. When I use Windows encoder to convert files, it looks pixilated. How can I solve this problem? Answer: When you use...

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