Basic Setup

Scripting

For best results, use Hemingway App to simplify and streamline your script.

Budget

For best results, use your smartphone paired with a stabilizer like DJI Osmo Mobile. Free editing software like iMovie or DaVinci Resolve can help with post-production.

Editing

For best results, research platform-specific best practices and use tools like Vidyard or Wistia for length optimization.

Graphics & Text

For best results, use simple, readable fonts and include donation links or QR codes in the lower thirds.

Composition

For best results, use a wide-angle lens or step back to capture more of the scene.

Audio

For best results, use a handheld recorder or a microphone positioned away from direct noise sources.

Lighting

For best results, use softboxes or diffused lighting to avoid overpowering architectural features.

Composition

For best results, use a macro lens or zoom to capture intricate details.

Production Planning

For best results, use research tools like Milanote for notes and Otter.ai for transcription.

Camera Movement

For best results, use a handheld stabilizer or shoulder rig to minimize camera shake.

Production Planning

For best results, create a shot list to capture the most relevant supplemental footage.

Interview Techniques

For best results, use a tripod and a mid-range lens for steady, clear shots.

Color Grading

For best results, use your camera’s auto white balance or set it manually based on the lighting.

Audio

For best results, use a Lavalier mic or a smartphone microphone close to the subject.

Lighting

For best results, use a reflector to control natural light and fill shadows.

Composition

For best results, use a camera with a grid overlay feature, like a DSLR or Mirrorless camera.