We're thinking we need:

models or examples in each area. models would be recommended hardware; how do I know what to buy?

If you want to go the Pro route, WHO do you contact?

This section will answer many if not all of the following questions:

who - who is being filmed.

what - what is your end goal? (ie video online,web video, classroom capture, research video, PR, news, podcasts, archival version)

where - location

when - shoot date

how -

why -

Kris and Ranjani task:

videohelp@mit.edu??

Planning Video:

-  have examples showing what each is – identify and link to examples such as on TechTV or from the video project that Kate, Steve and Oliver did.

-  Can’t find what you’re looking for here? Go to… (ex. video conf – see AMPS, etc.)

Audience:

* Outsource Planners - Do you have service support already (local resources, e.g. EECS in house resources. suggested resources, caveat to cover)

*Self Planners – Are you capturing audio, video or both?

1.    Who/what are you filming/recording - ex.:

• lecture capture,
• seminar,
• event capture
• showcase video (lab, dept, project, etc.)
• presentation materials (audio, video, images, animations)
• computer generated video
  • animation,
  • flash,
  • screen capture
• Self-Capture video – video blog, etc.
• Streaming video

2.    Permissions:

• Secure video release from any speakers/actors – on techtv blog
•  Check copyright and obtain license if necessary – link to copyright site – on techtv blog
• Fair Use – clarifying, understanding and informing – on techtv blog
• Granting permissions/copyright – Creative Commons, Public Domain, what do you want to give to others/world – ex. BLOSSOMS

3.    Accessibility:

• Understanding audience needs (check with ATIC)
  • Hearing impaired
  • Sight impaired
  • Other
• ATIC Guidelines/compliance
• Identify appropriate services based on the above research
  • Getting signers
  • Teleprompters
  • others

4.    Capture

• is there a needed lifespan of captured material

• permanent (archival)
  • pros:
    • long lasting
    • highest quality of what was captured
  • cons:
    • cost of capture (usually higher)
    • storage (usually much greater)
    • ongoing tracking & maintenance required
    • planning and creation time usually longer
•  temporary (1 semester, few days, etc.)
  • pros:
    • cost usually lower
    • planning and creation time usually shorter
  • cons:
    • short life span
    • possible lower quality
  • Assess Delivery Needs* Live video
  • Streaming webcast
  • Cable/tv/broadcast

• On-demand video
  • lecture capture,
  • seminar,
  • event capture
  • showcase video (lab, dept, project, etc.)
  • presentation materials (audio, video, images, animations)
  • computer generated video
    • animation,
    • flash,
    • screen capture
  • Self-Capture video – video blog, etc.
  • Streaming/Progressive Download video

• Delivery Method
  • Web service
    • Techtv
    • Ocw
    • Mitworld
    • Youtube
    • Kaltura
    • Other
  • Media
    • CD
    • DVD
    • Blu-Ray
    • Flash Drive
    • Hard Drive
    • Tape (many types)
  • Broadcast
    • Tv
    • Cable
    • Satellite
    • Fiber
    • Media Hit

• Capture Method – don’t assume audio is included with your camera, there are always better ways to capture it.
  • Video
    • Single camera
      • SD
        • DIY
        • Pro Service
      • HD
        • DIY
        • Pro Service
    • Multi Camera
      • SD
        • DIY
        • Pro Service
      • HD
        • DIY
        • Pro Service
    • Web/computer camera
    • Screen capture
    • Other Service (OpenEya, etc.)
  • Audio – DIY or Pro Service for all
    • Mics
      • In-camera mic (background, scene noise)
      • Lavaliere mic (interview, speaker, lecture)
      • Shotgun mic (directional sounds)
      • Stereo mic (good for music performances)
      • Handheld (interview, speakers, lectures)
    • Additional audio recording equipment  ("*" - advanced)
      • Mixer
      • Cables
      • Sound booth*
      • Sound insulation materials*
      • Other
  • Lighting – be aware of white balance on camera
    • Hot light kit
    • Spotlights
      • On camera
      • Stand alone
    • Available light
      • Sunlight
        • w/ bounce
        • direct
        • in shade
      • room lighting
  • Test recording
    • Recording check
      • Sound check
      • Video recording check
      • Lighting and color balance
    • Review for Quality Control

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