Posts in the Production category, page 7

Pre-Production 101: Setting up for a Successful Shoot — WistiaFest 2017

Alyssa Morley, who runs a three person video team for The Grommet, discusses the anatomy of pre-production.

How to Make Effective Onboarding Videos — WistiaFest 2017

Phil Wesson, Video Marketer at Toast, explains how to make effective onboarding videos for employees and customers.

DIY Guide to Filming a Quick Interview or Testimonial — WistiaFest 2017

Caleb Wojcik runs a video production company in San Diego and shares top tips for filming a quick interview.

NAB Show 2017: Robotic Camera Heads, LED Lights, and Video Gear Galore

The Wistia video team traveled to Las Vegas to learn about the latest and greatest video tech. Watch the recap, ...

5 Shooting and Editing Tips from Skateboarding Videos

Skateboarding is a tricky craft to master, but shooting and editing awesome video doesn’t have to be.

An Inside Look at Snapchat Spectacles

We put Snapchat Spectacles in the hands of 5 Wistians to do some field testing. See their footage and read ...

Say What? Why Your Voice Sounds So Weird in Videos

Fun fact: What you sound like to you is not what you sound like to everyone else. Learn the physiology ...

The Science Behind Why No One Likes to Be on Camera

Learn why your brain tricks you into hating you on camera. Then hush your brain and have fun with your ...

Early Impressions of Nikon’s KeyMission 360 Video Camera

This compact $500 point-and-shoot camera shoots 360 footage at 4K resolution. Learn more about its features in our gear review.

5 Ways to Fix Your Shot in Post-Production

It’s shakier than you thought. It’s completely washed out. The framing looks weird. Don’t fret! Learn about how to fix ...

The Ins and Outs of Animated Video: An Interview with Austin Saylor

Freelance animator Austin Saylor shares his thoughts on animated video’s strengths, his own creative process, and some inspiring examples.

A Foolproof 3-Step Workflow for Bringing on New Clients

Learn about Ian’s efficient system and the marketing automation tools he uses to spend more time behind the camera and ...

Early Impressions of the Canon 5D Mark IV Video Features

The Canon 5D Mark IV just arrived at Wistia, and we couldn’t wait to test out the new video features. ...

Smooth out Your Videos with Camera Sliders

See what kind of shots you can capture with a slider and learn about some solid gear options. Your videos ...

Farewell to the Canon 5D Mark III: A Musical Tribute

A heartfelt goodbye to one of our best friends. Godspeed Mark III.

How to Direct Non-Actors in Your Next Video

Tips for preparing your shoot, directing, and coaching your teammates to achieve their best takes. Learn how to make people ...

Improve Your Audio: How to Reduce Echo in Your Video

Learn how to optimize the environment you’re recording in, where to place your microphone, and what kind of microphone you ...

Remove Glare from Glasses: Video Tactics for Bespectacled Talents

Trevor and the Wistia Community share their go-to tips for lighting talents who wear glasses.

Why You Should Buy the Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Lens

Video producer Chris Lavigne explains why this $125 lens is a favorite in his collection.

360 Video Is More Like Theater Than Film

Instead of controlling the viewpoint of the audience, you must build an environment that encourages exploration and allows a story ...

6 Quick Tips for Looking Good on Camera

Our video team shares their go-to tactics: lights, camera angle, makeup, and more!

6 Best Practices for Effectively Communicating with a Video Marketing Client

Freelance video producer and director, Ian Servin, shares his tips and tools for setting up a mutually-beneficial communication system with ...

How to Produce a Stop Motion Video

Trevor explains how to set up a DIY stop motion studio, shoot an animation frame by frame, and edit footage ...