Planning your recording in advance of making your video on a smartphone saves you tons of time and frustration in editing.
Believe me, I have done this – recorded way too much stuff and then ended up spending way too much time editing it down to the one minute required.
When I started working in TV news first, I learnt the importance of a deadline in making you focussed, and also the ways to ensure you didn’t record too much – get the essential shots you need and work from them. That way, you will not only meet your deadline, but have time for coffee too!
So it’s crucial to plan before you record.
Why Planning Your Video Story Structure is Essential
- Efficiency and Time-Saving: A clear blueprint streamlines the filming and editing process, saving you valuable time and resources. You’ll know exactly what shots you need, minimizing the amount of unusable footage and reducing editing time.
- Compelling Storytelling: A well-structured story with a clear beginning, middle, and end keeps viewers engaged and invested in your narrative.
- Enhanced Viewer Engagement: A strong structure prevents your video from becoming monotonous or overwhelming. A combination of different types of shots avoids monotony and repetition.
- Effective Communication: A clear structure ensures your message is delivered concisely and with impact. Viewers can easily follow your train of thought and understand your key points.
- Goal Achievement: Whether your goal is to educate, entertain, persuade, or inspire, a well-planned structure increases the likelihood of achieving your video’s purpose.
Key Elements of Video Story Structure
- Introduction: Set the stage for your story by providing context, introducing key characters or concepts, and establishing the relevance of your topic.
- Body: This is where you put your central message – a short interview clip with the key points.
- Conclusion and Call to Action: Leave viewers with a clear takeaway. A strong call to action encourages viewers to take the next step, whether it’s visiting your website, subscribing to your channel, or making a purchase.
Key Tip for Planning Your Video Story Structure – do a storyboard
- Storyboard, Outline, or Script: Visual and textual tools can help you map out your narrative and visualize the flow of your video.
Remember: Planning your video story structure is an investment that pays off in the form of engaging, impactful videos that achieve your goals and resonate with your audience. Don’t skip this crucial step!
Aileen O’Meara is a leading media trainer. Our popular Mobile Video Storytelling course teaches you how to become and confident and efficient mobile video storytelling in one day! You can purchase the self-guided version here http://bit.ly/4hRHjKg
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