Sound and music
1. Sid
has just started his new channel detailing histories of rock and roll artists.
He wants to make sure his videos have great music as well as captivating
dialog. He asks you for a definition of good sound. What would you tell him?
Capturing clean dialog at an
acceptable recording level.
2. What is the value
of recording good sound during production?
Lower costs and time during
post-production.
3. You are shooting a
group scene where everyone will be speaking. What is the best type of
microphone for this scenario?
Boom
4. Mai is filming an interview-based documentary on the
history of sushi. Her subjects are chefs and historians who will be speaking
for long periods of time. What is the best type of microphone for Mai to
consider?
Lavalier.
5. What are some steps you can take to
ensure your videos will sound great?
Scout your locations in
advance for sound quality before you shoot.
6. There are many ways
sound effects can help create a multidimensional video. In addition to being
used as a background track to set the mood how else are sound effects typically
used?
To illustrate action, like a
siren or explosion.
7. When is the best
time to determine where and how you will use sound effects in your video?
When script writing.
8. Pierre has created
a great plan to use sound effects in his next video. He would like to know
where he can source the perfect effect. What would be a good place to start for
Pierre?
Search online libraries, like
one from YouTube.
9. What is one way to
start adding sound effects to your video for the first time?
Trial and error; see what
produces the feeling you want.
10. Raul doesn’t
understand why he should step away from editing and evaluate the sound effects
of his video after some time away from it. What is the benefit of listening
with “fresh ears”?
Listening to the same thing
can dull its effect and the listener may no longer hear everything accurately.
11. You have spent the
past several days working on the lighting for your next video. You are now
ready to turn your attention to the music. What is the value of adding music to
your videos?
Music conveys messages and
meaning without dialog.
12. You want to add
music to your video and are looking for a place to download music that you can
use for free without violating anyone’s copyright. What are your options?
Check out YouTube’s Audio
Library for music you can use for free.
13. Collaborations are
a great way to find new audiences. What might be a good collaboration for a
YouTuber that wants to have unique music in their videos?
Collaborate with a local
composer who is also trying to find an audience for his compositions.
14. What type of
impact can music have on your audience?
Emotional.
15. True or False. You don’t have to be mindful of a radio
playing in the background of your videos.
False
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