You don’t need fancy gear to create great YouTube videos—you need the right techniques. In this course, you’ll learn how to dramatically improve the look and sound of your videos using just your smartphone and everyday items. From lighting and framing to clear audio and background music, you’ll explore the simple production fundamentals that boost viewer engagement. Through a tutorial and hands-on practice, you’ll experiment with different setups, evaluate your results, and walk away ready to record videos that look polished and professional.
YouTube Production: Video Fundamentals
YouTube Production: Video Fundamentals
This course is part of YouTube Content Creator Pro Specialization
Instructor: Cara Nicole
Access provided by ExxonMobil
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Beginner level
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1 hour to complete
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Learn the essentials of producing high-quality YouTube videos
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You don’t need fancy gear to create great YouTube videos—you need the right techniques. In this course, you’ll learn how to dramatically improve the look and sound of your videos using just your smartphone and everyday items. From lighting and framing to clear audio and background music, you’ll explore the simple production fundamentals that boost viewer engagement. Through a tutorial and hands-on practice, you’ll experiment with different setups, evaluate your results, and walk away ready to record videos that look polished and professional.
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