Video Production
Get practical tips for making great videos, whether you’ve never touched a camera or you’ve been doing this for years.

How to Shoot Professional Videos on Your iPhone
Get nine easy tips for capturing great footage with an iPhone.
Chris Lavigne

Fix Your Webcam Setup for Webinars and Video Recordings
Discover the best equipment and tried-and-true engagement techniques to use.
Stephen Petto

How to Set up a Mini Video Studio for In-Office Recordings
We built a dedicated space with lights, a camera, and a microphone for our teams — and you can, too.
Stephen Petto

How to Look Good on Camera When Hosting a Webinar
Get easy tips for dressing, framing the camera, and projecting confidence during your next webinar.
Chiara Hoogervorst

AI Video Marketing Trends
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Building the "Brandwagon" Set: An Interview with Chris Lavigne
Get the behind the scenes scoop on how we built a brand new studio for our latest video series, Brandwagon.
Maria Theo

Learning from Popular Television: 5 Key Story Structure Elements
Incorporate these storytelling components into your next binge-worthy video series and craft a story that stands the test of time.
Jenny Coppola

What We Learned from Shooting the Trailer for "Brandwagon" Before We Made the Series
Keep these four simple lessons in mind the next time you make a trailer for a video series.
Maria Theo

9 Video Production Faux Pas to Avoid
Whether you’re new to video or a seasoned pro, these are some video production faux pas you’ll want to avoid
Trevor Holmes

Tips for Creating a Beautiful Video Set from "One, Ten, One Hundred"
Follow these best practices for setting the scene and create a great-looking shot with what you already have in hand.
Trevor Holmes

3 Key Characteristics of Successful Brand Videos
From consistent thumbnails and a signature aesthetic to focusing on a niche audience, learn what makes a great brand video.
Jenny Coppola

How to Set Yourself up for a Successful Video Shoot
Learn more about the pre-production process and what it takes to set yourself up for a successful video shoot.
Trevor Holmes

6 Helpful Apps for Shooting and Editing Video on Your Phone
Simulate sunlight and shadows, remotely control your camera through WiFi, and much more thanks to the power of these apps.
Lisa Marinelli

How to Write a Video Script
Learn how to write an excellent video script in just a few simple steps.
Chris Lavigne

Choosing the Ideal Aspect Ratio for Your Video
Make simple math your best friend and start creating more intentional experiences for your viewers.
Jenny Coppola
Spice Up Your Videos with Shot Sequences
Learn how to add visual variety with these reliable shot sequences.
Meryl Ayres

Three Ways to Shoot an Overhead Video
Learn how to use a tripod, a boom pole, or a mirror to shoot an overhead video.
Trevor Holmes

How to Shoot Video with a DSLR Camera
By the end of this video workshop you should be able to pick up a camera and shoot some great-looking videos.
Chris Lavigne

Choosing a Microphone for Your Video
Optimize your shooting environment and use quality recording devices to up your video creation game.
Chris Lavigne

The Wistia Guide to Sales Video
Stay top-of-mind and leave unanswered messages behind—all you have to do is hit record.
Jenny Coppola

7 Social Norms Learned from Being on the Set of a $100k Video
Ever wonder how a professional video production company gets down to business? We're here to share!
Dan Mills

How to Craft Your On-Camera Elevator Pitch
Master your video elevator pitch and start creating a more personalized sales process.
Jenny Coppola

Tips for Delivering a Great Performance in Your Next Sales Video
When it comes to making awesome sales videos, practice really does make perfect.
Trevor Holmes

Tips for Shooting a Travel Video
From choosing a format to shooting with an iPhone, learn how you can make a brag-worthy travel video.
Trevor Holmes
How to Shoot Video Outside
Learn what it takes to get a good-looking, well-balanced shot any time of day.
Trevor Holmes

5 Quick Tips for Making an Effective How-To Video
Creating a how-to video doesn't have to be complicated—if you have these tips in mind.
Jenny Coppola

Getting the Video You Want: 3 Must-Have Video Worksheets for Every Marketer
Strong communication between the marketer and the video producer is essential. Use these worksheets to help you communicate!
Barb Gagne

Tips for Shooting on a Budget & Production Gear Advice
Chris and Trevor shoot the breeze about shooting on a budget, and run through some of their essential day to day gear for filming in an office, as well as going run and gun.
Trevor Holmes

Lighting on the Fly
Wistia's Chris Lavigne runs down a minimal and flexible philosophy for lighting your video, even with very restrictive budgets. Discover quick and simple hacks for getting your videos to look great.
Chris Lavigne