Mobile Journalism Video For Cnn Correspondents
Tags: Journalism
Produce TV news stories: Video Reporting, Live Video, Apps, & Gear, Social News, Mobile Journalism - Robb Montgomery
Last updated 2022-01-10 | 4.3
- Best practices for producing- filming
- and editing mobile video
- How to use the Filmic Pro app to capture broadcast-quality smartphone video
- How to develop a mobile video story from start to finish
What you'll learn
* Requirements
* No previous experience is required* You will need a late-model smartphone (iOS or Android)
* Some apps we show are paid
* but are not expensive. Many are free.
Description
Mobile Video Journalism Course - Android and iPhone video production workflows.
UPDATED: November 2021
Two new modules added:
How to produce a reporter-led news package for a broadcast TV.
Learn to report, shoot, script, edit, and output quick-turnaround news stories with your smartphone.
Crisis Reporting Masterclass with a former Reuters TV journalist
Learn how to capture video in war zones and hostile areas and keep yourself and your team safe
This comprehensive Mobile Journalism Masterclass was originally developed to train CNN journalists and is updated frequently with new tutorials. It has been used to train thousands of reporters and uses proven distance learning techniques.
"Robb is an excellent instructor. He knows his subject matter and teaches each module clearly. I highly recommend his course. Enroll now!"
— Jayson Guerrero ★★★★★
This course will teach you the methods that produce professional-looking video packages every time.
This instructor has more than 1,000 ★★★★★ reviews on his Smart Film School courses.
The lessons in this course were developed from the experiences of training thousands of broadcast journalists how to tell stories with their mobile phones. Get the same training that professional broadcasters use.
"Robb is very clear and straightforward in his teaching, and I appreciate the way his lectures are backed up with slide or text reviews. Production quality is professional. Highly recommended!”
– Stephen Box ★★★★★
This step-by-step class teaches all aspects of video production: From interviewing to editing.
What you'll learn:
Best practices for producing, filming, and editing mobile video
How to use the Filmic Pro app to capture broadcast-quality video
How to develop a mobile video story from start to finish
Master storyboarding, script writing and story forms
Produce a portfolio of mobile videos with the included story projects
Develop in-depth interviewing techniques that deliver great results
Produce and edit a branded video on a mobile device for quick publishing
The basics of editing on iMovie (and other video apps)
How to deliver for a polished, professional look to your mobile video stories
The secrets to creating video that resonates with a mobile audience!
You will learn how to produce professional video in this course.
"I am a mobile journalism educator and professional. I took Robb's course to gain additional training and found out how little I actually knew! Robb's course is great for, both, beginners and advanced mobile journalists."
— Len Clark, University of Notre Dame ★★★★★
No previous video production experience is required.
"The instructor's language is easy to catch up with, all explanations are deep yet easy to understand even for a beginner."
— Priyag Kurup ★★★★★
There are more than 25,000 happy students enrolled in Smart Film School courses including field reporters from Reuters video, CNN and The New York Times.
I encourage you to read the five-star reviews from real people, just like you.
Enroll today.
NOTE: An instructor-led, diploma version of this video course content is used by more than 50 universities and professional media organizations - details at the Smart Film School web site.
Who this course is for:
- Journalists
- Media students
- Mobile journalism trainers
- Social Media teams
- Communications teams
- Social media teams
- Journalism instructors
- Correspondents
- Broadcasters
Course content
38 sections • 134 lectures
What will you learn in this course? Preview 04:41
In this MOJO course, you will be learning how to produce simple, but effective video stories with your smartphone.
You will learn how to use your mobile camera to answer story questions.
How to conduct interviews that get great sound bites.
Film shots that can be quickly edited together into a finished video story.
If you tell stories for a living or teach students those skills, this course is for you.
I look forward to seeing you in the Smart film School .
Robb Montgomery
How to take this course Preview 00:46
How to film video - first steps Preview 02:11
Checklist for turning your phone into a camera
iOS camera settings Preview 07:57
Checking in Preview 01:27
Using the native camera Preview 01:35
RESOURCE: Apps list for video production (Android and iOS) Preview 00:46
Filmic Pro camera app (iOS) Preview 06:26
Intro to the Filmic Pro video camera app to get pro results.
Filmic Pro Evaluator (Android) Preview 03:33
Filmic Pro (Android) Preview 06:32
Filmic Pro settings Preview 05:25
Filmic Pro: Exercise: Set up your camera Preview 05:56
This exercise is pretty straightforward.
I want you to download and install a video camera app Like (FilmicPro, MoviePro or Cinema FV-5) and make the quality settings I show in the lectures.
If you are in the USA (or country that provides 120v 60hz electrical power) set up your first preset for 1920x1080 resolution at 30 frames per second.
If you are in a country with 220 volt 50hz electrical supply, make your settings for 1920x1080 resolution and 25 frames per second.
Turn on the framing guides and audio metering, and make sure the clips are being saved to your camera roll so that you can find them when you start editing. Film a few 10-second clips in landscape (horizontal orientation).
Download Filmic Pro manual Preview 00:06
Discover technical issues with using Filmic Pro and Download the complete Filmic Pro manual here.
You will find technical notes for specific Android models, for example.
Cinema FV-5 Settings Preview 03:37
FV-5 — Manual Focus and Exposure Preview 01:19
EXERCISE: Record a test clip Preview 00:24
Verify Audio Preview 02:17
The six shots that answer story questions Preview 03:38
This filming pattern will help you focus on the shots you need for a video sequence.
Exercise: Film clips with a 6-shot pattern Preview 01:37
Crossing the line - the 180 degree rule Preview 01:46
Edit a short video with this free app (iOS and Android) Preview 00:56
Edit a 30-second video story project with a free app from GoPro.
Edit video clips Preview 08:15
Videoshop is a simple editing app for all platforms that let's you edit short-form video.
Replace clips Preview 05:08
Combine Text overlays and video clips to make a square video for social media.
Add text over video Preview 03:48
Using Videoshop (Android and iOS) to add text overlays is quick and easy.
Add audio Preview 05:24
How to upload HD video to Facebook Preview 00:29
The video you upload to Facebook from an iPhone or iPad is low quality by default. Let’s fix that!
Edit sound levels Preview 01:45
Crop, Rotate and Export Preview 03:41
Project: A place Preview 01:35
Trends in social video Preview 04:11
Video story examples Preview 03:18
Reporting breaking news with smartphones Preview 00:05
Project: Show a process Preview 01:22
What is Mobile Journalism? Preview 01:35
12 reporters with smartphones Preview 01:40
IGTV Preview 03:47
Instastories Preview 02:21
Vertical Video versus the Vertical Presentation of News Preview 02:04
Vertical video - managing moving pixels Preview 02:40
Studio setup for vertical video Preview 02:20
10 tips for vertical video Preview 02:40
PROJECT: Film a Vertical Video Story Preview 02:02
Project: Explainer Preview 01:16
Tips for making an explainer video Preview 00:19
10 types of video stories Preview 05:09
Anatomy of a news story Preview 02:45
Case Study: Die Welt Preview 02:20
Case Study: Radio Free Europe Preview 03:49
Mobile Reporting during a Pandemic Preview 15:58
To aid in the virus coverage, I have made a special safety lecture and demonstration of microphones and accessories that allow you to report safely from the field.
I use a lightweight boom pole, wireless mics and a mini tripod to operate a lightweight field rig for #MOJO interviews in the field.
This video takes a deeper dive look at the gear used to film news reports and documentaries during the pandemic.
How to choose a microphone Preview 11:28
Lapel microphones Preview 05:33
Stick Microphones Preview 03:43
The interview kit Preview 01:34
Extra power Preview 01:35
Natural Sound Preview 00:56
Narrative motion vs. camera motion Preview 02:44
Learn the power that comes from making steady shots.
Creative shots Preview 00:53
Timelaspes Preview 01:15
Time lapse settings Preview 00:37
Examples of slo-mo shots that are extremely useful Preview 01:07
Study these examples of slo-motion camera moves. Pan, Dolly, Narrative motion, Portraits, Group portraits. et al.
Slo-mo settings Preview 01:37
Project: Take a ride Preview 01:39
Stability Preview 01:41
How to get stable footage
Background Preview 04:29
How to find a great background
Lighting Preview 02:18
- Tips for improving the light on your subject
Framing Preview 02:02
Aligning the subject in your shot,
Eye level Preview 01:17
Adjusting the levels of all three 'eyes' so the interview look right to the viewer.
Look space Preview 02:09
Composing the interview subject
Angles Preview 01:01
Angles can imply a meaning you didn’t intend
Pre interview prep Preview 00:56
Don't forget to do this first.
Interview questions Preview 04:22
- A list of sample questions that will get great sound bites
Building a 'Trust Bubble' with an interview subject Preview 01:50
How to engage with your subject to get the best sound bites.
Interview tips from a veteran TV reporter Preview 04:56
Peabody awarded Carol Marin shares tips for dealing with difficult interview subjects.
A video story told entirely through sound bites Preview 02:58
Project: Interviewing Preview 03:20
Tips for recording an interview Preview 00:41
Case Study: Ice Swimming Preview 02:00
A quik edit: Ice Swimming Preview 00:35
Explain the process Preview 04:29
The final film Preview 01:30
How to edit a personality video in iMovie Preview 11:47
Project: Character profile Preview 01:16
Project Tips: Personality profile Preview 00:23
Film and edit a 30 to 60 second scene built from sound bites and shots from the 6-shot pattern only.
Framing and background for reporter standups Preview 02:50
What to look for and how to set up the shot for a reporter standup
When to put yourself on camera Preview 01:28
Some of the reasons that reporter needs to appear in a news video
Gear: Recording the Piece to Camera Preview 00:29
Sample report with a reporter standup Preview 02:34
Project: Piece-to-camera Preview 02:50
Anatomy of 'The TV News Story' Preview 02:38
Log and capture Preview 02:25
Identify your best shots and bites
Build your story flow Preview 03:30
A simple method for organizing your story flow.
Storyboard template Preview 01:11
This handout help you plan and produce a news package
The one shot - Picture-in-picture Preview 06:29
The DoubleTake app by FilmicPro allows you to front and rear cameras at the same time.
Solo reporting a news package with Voice over and PTC Preview 09:14
How to report and edit the elements for a quick-turnaround news story.
Video editing: Build a news package for television Preview 05:07
The speedy method for assembling a 90-second news report with clips, script, voice over and reporter standup segments.
Project: First-Person story Preview 03:34
Reporting in hostile situations and war zones Preview 01:54
Tips for Crisis reporting
Producing Mobile Video Journalism in hostile situations and War Zones
Ethical concerns for filming
How to protect your shots
Going undercover
When is it better not to film?
People try to stop you filming
Tips for Android users
Behave like a tourist
Winning trust
Seek fairness
Ethical concerns for video filming in war zones Preview 02:03
How to protect your footage Preview 02:51
Going undercover Preview 02:33
When is it best NOT to film? Preview 04:36
When people interfere with your filming a news scene Preview 04:38
Video tips for Android users Preview 02:26
Behave like a tourist Preview 02:41
Winning trust Preview 02:26
Seeking fairness Preview 06:05
Advanced Editing: J cuts and cross fades Preview 06:45
Get advanced control over the soundtrack with this pro technique.
Exercise: Edit your video Preview 00:30
Project: Walkthrough Preview 03:04
Shot list for a walkthrough piece Preview 00:31
Writing to pictures - The critical skill for video Preview 17:21
A simple and powerful method for writing great scripts.
Handout: Script writing Preview 00:28
How to write to pictures to craft your story.
How to track a vocal narration Preview 01:39
A case study from the scene of the oldest Viking ship to ever be found.
Editing audio tracks in iMovie Preview 05:07
Exercise: Write to pictures Preview 00:29
How journalists are going live Preview 00:25
Broadcasting on Snapchat and Periscope has allowed journalists to give the public access to raw, unedited and instant footage of this international story.
Livestream video on Facebook Preview 00:20
Getting started with live streaming Preview 02:09
Let's get started by setting up the Periscope app on your device. A walk through of exactly how to best begin using Periscope app for iPhone and Android.
Live video quality expectation Preview 03:22
Who should be Periscoping?
Some dos and don'ts for best results
Compare how two news Periscopes were made.
Why is live video different now? Preview 06:34
How to broadcast - a live demo of Periscope Preview 05:08
Metrics, replays and followers Preview 01:10
Saving the video to your phone Preview 02:37
Breaking news and live streaming video - Fundamentals Preview 05:49
Live video from a fire scene Preview 09:28
Live video from a protest march Preview 03:37
CASE STUDY: AJ+ on Periscope Preview 00:59
ANALYSIS: What went right? What went wrong? Preview 01:10
What went right? What went wrong?
- Also a quick tip for blocking comment trolls who try to ruin your Periscope.
Minimum kit for broadcasts Preview 00:06
Using a gimbal Preview 05:29
This popular piece of gear stabilizes your smartphone without a tripod. I show you how to add microphones to enable mobile lives and field reporting that have incredible production values. without a lot of spend.
Equipment for livestreaming video Preview 10:06
10 years of mobile journalism Preview 03:19
Project: Make a short film Preview 03:57
Coupon codes Preview 01:32
This course includes:
- 6.5 hours on-demand video
- Access on mobile and TV
- Certificate of completion
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