Chapter 1Getting Started
Before you can begin shooting great video, you need to have a plan. That's right—a plan. The more time you spend planning, the easier your video will be to shoot and edit. This chapter begins by giving you an overview of the three phases of production: preproduction, production, and postproduction. The chapter ends with an emphasis on the importance of coming up with a good, visual idea before getting ready to shoot.
A man who does not plan long ahead will find trouble at his door.
-Confucius
By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.
-Benjamin Franklin
Phase 1: Preproduction
Preproduction is generally what you ...
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