Recap videos are some of my favorite videos to make. Everyone creates them differently because we all are playing off different vibes and content ideas. But here are my five tips on how I create my recap videos.
Tip 1: Know what you want in your video before making it.
-number one thing is to know what you want to see in your video. When you know what you want make sure you film those assets and film them multiple times so you have a few different options.
Tip 2: Film “broll” or filler footage.
– you want to be able to have footage that can help create a build up in your video or add another element to break up the content you have. Make sure to film assets that follow along with what you’re trying to create.
Tip 3: Find the music before you start editing.
– the number one thing I do is find a song. Then once I find a song, I edit the video to that. Some people edit the video first then put a song to it. But for me personally, I find it easier to edit to the song, because then you can create the video to follow the vibe you are trying to create.
Tip 4: Film more than you need
– you can never have too much footage. So if you find shots that you like a lot film them a few different ways. Give yourself options. Also, film constantly (if you are working in sports). It will help you so you don’t miss big moments during a game.
Tip 5: Tell the story
– when I create recaps I like to tell the story on how people would see it. So for example at a basketball game. I would start with pregame stuff so the players shooting, warming up, fans walking in, etc, then once the music hits or the beat drops that’s when I would go into game stuff, so dunks, 3’s players celebrating, fans cheering, etc. Then I would end with maybe the coach saying something to the players and then the players high-fiving fans, and celebrating in the locker room. Tell a FOMO story and show people what they are missing.
These are my tips and what I try to follow when I make my recap videos. Have you ever been to a sporting event? Comment below what event you’ve gone to!
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