This archive report was first published on 4 September 2019.
With billions of people competing in the online content creation space, every skill counts. But what if you don't have time to learn complicated coding? The good news is that you can start with the phone in your hands and make videos a low-hanging fruit.
Published on September 4, 2019, a recent article highlighted the importance of smartphone use in our daily lives. However, making videos may not be as easy as it seems. It can get complicated, but with the right tools, you can figure your way around it.
Here are 5 tools to put you ahead when making shareable videos:
- Audacity: This free software has a noise-reduction feature that can help you get rid of background sounds. It's best to start recording in a quiet space and use the software to filter out any unwanted noise.
- Video editor: Once you've recorded your video and have your sound right, you'll need to put together your final piece. On a Windows computer, you can use the in-built video editor, which is found under the Photos app. A similar functionality is found under iMovies in a MacOS system.
- Pixabay: What if you want to add images and music to your video and not get sued for copyright infringement? You'll need to find content listed under creative commons or that's categorised as available for commercial use. Pixabay offers a decent selection of visuals that are free.
- YouTube: Making videos may not be as easy as opening some free software and crafting a shareable visual that can be shared with your hundreds of friends in just minutes. It can get complicated, but you can figure your way around this using free online tutorials. YouTube is a great place to get started.
Further, most video editing apps come with free tutorials that show you how to make the most of them. So, don't be afraid to experiment and learn as you go.
