Filmmaking Techniques

Here we see the basic elements that make up good video and filmmaking by a young video producer.

Jeremy Cathey shares with enthusiasm what he has learnt in his film production classes and from his time making videos and short films.

Starting with the basics of taking steady shots.

Jeremy talks and shows examples of using a tripod or other stable surfaces to get steady images that your viewers can follow.

He then gives you a quick lesson in the various shot types from the 'extreme long shot' to the 'extreme close-up'.

Here's a video sample of how to make a video by Jeremy Cathey:

Jeremy also explains about composing shots and in particular the rule of thirds.

Overall the tips are good, but there is something that you should take more note of:

The star and producer of the video, Jeremy Cathey has an exellent style in showing us the information.

From his animated body langauge to the shot changes, his enthusiasm to the added bits of humour... all a way to engage viewers from start to finish.