Production (posts 1–12)

Peep these production tips and tricks and get rolling with video.

Use a Laptop and Chair as a Teleprompter
Looking for a budget-friendly teleprompter that won't make you sound like a robot? Look no further.
Trevor Holmes
5 Quick Tips for Making an Effective How-To Video
Be sure to use these tips to make your next how-to video shine.
Jenny Mudarri
The Wistia Guide to Being on Camera
Being in front of the camera has to be a nerve-racking experience.
Jenny Mudarri
DIY, Contractor, or In-house: Setting Your Business' Video Strategy
Navigate this tough decision without wasting too much time or energy. Let's dig in!
Dan Mills
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
Lighting on the Fly
A minimal and flexible philosophy for lighting your video on any budget.
Chris Lavigne
How to Collaborate Remotely on a Video Shoot
Share a video feed from your video camera with anyone, anywhere in the world.
Chris Lavigne
Background Music for Videos: Wistia's Guide to Gear
Learn about the unsung heros of our production process here at Wistia——music gear.
Dan Mills
How to Animate an Illustration
Illustrations are great. But you know what’s even better? Turning them into animations to make your videos (or your website) ...
Trevor Holmes
Product Review: The Marantz Turret
A gear review of what we loved about the Marantz Turret——and also perhaps what we didn't.
Chris Lavigne
The Best Way to Shoot a Video by Yourself
Let Trevor show you the easiest way to shoot a video by yourself!
Trevor Holmes