Hi - I'm creating many 6 minute web commercials/infomercials/netfomercials, like the one at www.dtu1.com/videotheater.htm
My latest one has about 3 1/2 to 4 pages of script for me to read.
Any tips on creating compelling, mtv/infomercial format type "commercial shorts" for internet streaming flash video?
Decisions I've gotta make, hoping for tips from Vegas users here, are:
1) How long (how many seconds?) should I stay on subject before doing a next shot/cutaway?
eg a few sentences, train of thought, 10-15 seconds max then cut? or stay longer? shorter? Talent is just me, talking .. I am using ultra msl3 v-sets, so I can add video clips in background and have different locations...
2) Should I use a combination of full body, wide/tight angle shots, for variety, or just keep it simple, eg all close angle shots, using different background sets?
3) Other considerations re use of lower 1/3rds, DJ jumpbacks, stock video, music? tips?
I'm using SM Ultra MSL3 sets, appreciate any thoughts too re how many different sets max to stick with, or camera angles, for a 6-minute piece, to keep it lively but not confusing.
Appreciate very much any ideas you more experienced videographer pros might be willing to share.
"Netfomercials" are the future of the 'net - suggest you all create sites/ services to create and market them, fwiw.
thanks all,
My latest one has about 3 1/2 to 4 pages of script for me to read.
Any tips on creating compelling, mtv/infomercial format type "commercial shorts" for internet streaming flash video?
Decisions I've gotta make, hoping for tips from Vegas users here, are:
1) How long (how many seconds?) should I stay on subject before doing a next shot/cutaway?
eg a few sentences, train of thought, 10-15 seconds max then cut? or stay longer? shorter? Talent is just me, talking .. I am using ultra msl3 v-sets, so I can add video clips in background and have different locations...
2) Should I use a combination of full body, wide/tight angle shots, for variety, or just keep it simple, eg all close angle shots, using different background sets?
3) Other considerations re use of lower 1/3rds, DJ jumpbacks, stock video, music? tips?
I'm using SM Ultra MSL3 sets, appreciate any thoughts too re how many different sets max to stick with, or camera angles, for a 6-minute piece, to keep it lively but not confusing.
Appreciate very much any ideas you more experienced videographer pros might be willing to share.
"Netfomercials" are the future of the 'net - suggest you all create sites/ services to create and market them, fwiw.
thanks all,