Video Production Handbook, Fourth Edition

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Suitable for students and beginning videographers, the new edition of this classic text retains its clarity and directness but has been completely revised and updated.

This practical source-book has been specially prepared to give you an at-a-glance guide to quality video program-making on a modest budget. Emphasis throughout is on excellence with economy; whether you are working alone or with a small multi-camera group. The well-tried techniques detailed here will steer you through the hazards of production, helping you to avoid those frustrating, time-wasting problems, and to create an effective video program.

For many years Video Production Handbook has helped students and program-makers in a wide range of organizations. Now in its thoroughly revised 4th edition, Video Production Handbook guides you step-by-step, explaining how to develop your initial program ideas and build them into a successful working format. It covers the techniques of persuasive camerawork, successful lighting and sound treatment, and video editing. You will find straightforward up-to-the-minute guidance with your daily production problems, and a wealth of practical tips based on the authors' personal experiences.

• Highly visual: hundreds of full-color illustrations demonstrate techniques
• Modern: Up-to-date information on current equipment, techniques, and new distribution outlets such as the Web and mobile phones
• Balanced: Production techniques are covered in detail, but ideas and creative problem solving are given equal weight
• A complete resource: Detailed teaching ancillaries are available for instructors

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