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Turntable Motors With Titles, my latest video, features some way cool animated titles and magic subtitles. Showing on your screen below is a video of (2) 100cc 2 stroke go-kart racing engines. Just a turntable shot of the motors spinning around. I thought it rather boring so I threw the kitchen sink at it. Also, I wanted to evaluate a new DaVinci Resolve plugin I found, called "Magic Subtites." Check it out, then read my website tips below...

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1. Magic Subtitles by Mr. AlexTech is a DaVinci Resolve Studio plugin. It creates fancy subtitles using embedded functionality. In other words it is a tool that utilizes and overrides the inherent subtitle tool. It features a Fusion-Title panel where you can change all the parameters of a custom textbox. Plus added features like "fix a mistake." And why is that important?
2. AI speech to text engines hallucinate occassionally (like every 5 minutes). Which results in bad transcriptions. So, a one line text editing box becomes a fabulous timesaver. For fixing misspelled words, wrong interpretations and bad English, on the fly. Plus magic subtitles has all the other tools included for animating text. That is if you have DaVinci Resolve 20 Studio. This plugin combines subtitles with the fusion composition tool and has a well thought out user interface. And that is just the free version.
3. With the help of AI we can now transcribe speech to text in an instant. And screw it up just as fast. With tools like this one we can fix what AI hallucinates. Then animate it to finish polishing your content.

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Building A Reedjet Pressure Test A Time Lapse

Building a Reedjet pressure test is a short video I made that was originally intended to be a how-to tutorial. But along the way I went into time lapse mode hoping to make the video shorter. In the end I sped it up even faster to make it a very short piece indeed. Here it is...

Building A Reedjet Pressure Test

3 Tips for Crafting a Time-Lapse Video Tutorial:

1. Lock in Consistent Camera Settings. Switch to full manual mode. Set your exposure, focus, and white balance manually (no auto-) to prevent flicker and keep every frame uniform. This will even out lighting inconsistentsies.

   Wish I had done that in this video as the flicker level is very high. However, I had a controlled lighting set and was (over) confident exposure changes woulldn't be a problem. At normal speed the flicker is insignificant. At a higher playback speed flicker is more noticable.

2. Stabilize Your Setup and Pick a Dynamic Subject Mount your camera on a sturdy tripod to eliminate shake. Choose a scene with gradual, noticeable motion like moving clouds, bustling traffic, or plants growing to showcase the time-lapse effect clearly.

   Even though I locked down the camera I still got framing issues jumping from scene to scene. To smooth out those jump cuts I used a 4 frame dissolve at the transition, along with some post-production zooming to match sizes of the objects in frame.

3. Layer Clear Narration and On-Screen Guidance. Write a concise script that walks viewers through gear setup, exposure choices, and interval planning. Record a voice-over and sync it with on-screen text or graphics above your sped-up clips so learners can follow each step in real time.

   And that is a lot of work in post production. Alternatively, you can narrate along with the playback and record as you go. In DaVinci Resolve and Camtasia there exists the option to record a voice over while playing the video. With this technique you can accomplish all those tips listed above at the same time.

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HumanPal Episode 4 Revisited features new special effects introduced in Camtasia 2025 My favorite video editor. And oh boy, are they ever way cool. New cursor effects turn boring screen captures into a fun experience. In the past the cursor looked like a small annoying hard to follow thing of neccessity. Now it is a dynamic attention grabbing, fun, easy to follow star of the show. Check out this HumanPal video to see what I mean...

HumanPal Episode 4 Revisited

Cursor effects can be applied to the pointer, left clicks and right clicks. I wanted to explain all of them but that would be a lot to digest all in one blog. So I made this nifty slider below. You can see many of those effects used in the video above. Meanwhile check out the slider images to grasp what I am referring to.

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1. Kinetic Cursor Camtasia 2025 introduces kinetic motion to cursor movement. The pointer tail lags behind the tip when moved, illustrating movement in a forward direction. Combine this with cursor smoothing and all your cursor movements look ideal with no misses or overshoots or shakey mouse, when locating the next click. I this cursor special effect.
2. Burst 1,2,3,4 are new click effects design to show expanding rays of color at the moment the mouse is clicked. There are 4 different options to choose from. Combine this effect with click sound and every click is emphasized visually and audily.
3. Torn Edge is a new border visual effect. You can see it in the video above. In this video the background screen capture clips have the "Torn Edge" effect applied.
4. Properties Panel displays all the different attributes you can adjust. Camtasia 2025 has an abundance of control over all the visual, cursor and audio effects. Combine this with 10 years of experience at video editing and I can make all your videos dazzle with brilliance. Find out how I can make your video...

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Before starting a video or film project, having a solid plan is essential. A well-prepared cinematographers checklist can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and successful production. Cinematographers checklist could be reviewed before starting any video or film shoot. It is essential to have a well-thought-out plan in place to achieve high quality production values.

There are 3 basic phases of video production. They are 1. pre-production. 2. production. 3. post-production. In each phase there are different tasks to be performed. Being aware of, and prepared for what to expect can be accomplished with a pre-organized checklist. Let's dive into the key points, but don't forget to check out the full article for more details!

Pre-production includes organizing, checking and packaging your equipment. This is essential if your shoot is at a remote location. The pre-production checklist can be seen in the full article.

During production communication is key. Make sure everyone knows their roles and responsibilities, and brief the cast and crew on the shots planned for the day. A small gesture like providing coffee and pastries can go a long way in keeping the team energized. Continuously check your equipment, do test recordings, and monitor audio levels to ensure everything is captured correctly. See article for full list.

Post-production use high quality editing software to compile and edit the footage. Send a rough cut to your colorist for grading. Adjust the timing and pace, sync sound, and add any necessary titles or subtitles. Read full article for post production checklist. The cinematographers checklist should help you stay organized and ensure a smooth production process. Happy shooting!

If you want to check out the full checklis. Read the full article...

Tested out Snap Captions by Orson Lord and Dan Knowlton. A new dynamic subtitle/captions generator. So, Snap Captions is free plugin at... https://danknowlton.com/.

Snap Captions is designed to make creating fancy captions faster and easier than ever before! Check out this video using Snap Captions...

AI Spokesperson Videos

Here is what you need to know about this DaVinci Resolve 18.5+ plugin. It allows you to automatically turn a subtitle track into a text+ track. It uses a smart folder system to easily create and store your favourite templates. It works for both Mac and Windows and has a simple installation. DISCLAIMER: Consent for Email Subscription.

You can download the free version and decide to upgrade to pro version later. I just have the free version but found it is a very well thought out plugin. Meaning, it has the right combination of functionality and usability.

Snap Captions are bit trickey to install at first. However Once you get it configured properly you can add it into any project. I like that it also expandable. You can create and add your own preset configurations.

How Snap Captions work. First step is to open a DaVinci Resolve project with voice over content in it. Create A subtitle track on the "Edit" page of DaVinci Resolve. Find the track menu and right click. Then select "Add Subtitle Track" on the popup menu.

Next select the Timeline dropdown menu and click on "Create subtitles from audio." This will cause DaVinci Resolve to populate the subtitle track with a speech to subtitle function.

Lastly select the "Workspace" pulldown menu and select "scripts" "comp" "SnapCaptions" to activate the user interface. Once there select an option from the Text+ template dropdown menu. Then click "Generate." Snap Caption will add a track, convert the sublitles into a custom text elements that you can then edit normally.

Dynamic captions are more than just subtitles; they are a transformative way to enhance your videos, making them more exciting, more accessible, and ultimately more engaging. Imagine your video content coming alive, not just through imagery and sound, but through text that moves and dances in harmony with the visual storytelling. This is where my expertise at BWT Videos comes into play.

Adding Dynamic Captions To Video

Dynamic captions add a layer of excitement and interaction, capturing attention that may otherwise miss out. With customized designs and motions, captions can highlight keywords, emphasize important points, and increase viewer interest throughout the video.

You may wonder, how do dynamic captions improve viewer retention? It's simple. By maintaining viewers attention through visually engaging cues, dynamic captions can enhance comprehension and message retention, especially helpful for complex or information-heavy content.

At BWT Videos, we believe in the transformative power of multimedia. Adding dynamic captions to video is just one way we help you elevate your content from good to extraordinary. Our expertise ensures every project benefits from our special blend of creativity and technology. Learn more about adding dynamic captions to video...

Did you know Camtasia 2024 comes with templates included. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes. There are templates for 1080p, vertical (1080x1920-smartphone) and tablet sizes. Take this next video tempate for example. I call it Stationary Template. It features custom transitions, music and video placeholders for dropping in new content and motion graphics. Take a look...

Stationary Template for Camtasia 2024

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• Templates can make your editing workflow so much easier. Instead of building the same pieces over and over you could do it once and save your work as a template. Then next time all you have to do is drop in your content.
• Templates have a special element called a "placeholder." With a placeholder you can design your production without actually having your content in hand.
• Camtasia's supplied templates range from simple to overcomplicated. My advice is consult a professional.

In the painting "Starry Night" by Vincent van Gogh you see a turbulent night sky and a quaint mountain village. It is also every beginning video artist assignment to create a version of "Starry Night." Here is the original version...

Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh

In this next video titled "Starry Night" by Tim Koen I used a combination of Camtasia Studio and an AI video tool called Avatar Builder to animate the scene. It features twinkling stars, a lunar ecclipse and artificial intelligence to create the character and voice over. Check out this video animation...

Starry Night by Tim Koen

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It's official. I love Dynamic Captions in Camtasia 2024. So easy to use. Just drag and drop an element to your timeline and voila dynamic captions (subtitles) are generated for you. Check out how cool the subtiles in this video are...

Animated Avatar Presenters w/ Dynamic Captions

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I used Camtasia 2024 to add the dynamic captions. I made this video to promote a service I offer. I thought it could benefit from an update, and I wanted to see how well the software did.

It is a fairly large file (6gb) so it took about 5 minutes to process. I was thinking of abandoning the process but it finished up and the captions were there. I noticed it processed every bit of audio underneath the caption track, not just the voice over track I was after.

I am happy to report Camtasia did a great job filtering out music and special effects. However dynamic captions did try to interpret the footsteps and door closing sounds at the end. So, apparently some sounds in nature might be misinterpreted as words. Which means you will definitely want to double check your captions for accuracy and edit where needed.

What really impressed me are all the editable parameters. I was fooled by the seemingly small number of style options until I went to edit them. But everything is adjustable. From font to size to stroke to background to transitions to timing and easing. And, you can create and save custom styles.

One more notable improvement in Camtasia 2024 is the addition of "Stroke." Or for the non-techies outlines of lettering. Long missing from Camtasia is the ability to add an outline to letters. Now it is available.

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Understanding the 5c of videography is key to creating quality video productions. In this article we will explore each one and offer some tips on how to apply them.

Familiarity with these concepts can improve the quality of your next video. The 5c of videography are color, contrast, clarity, composition and continuity. Briefly they are;

• Color - plays a huge role in video. Color can set the tone, evoke emotion, define elements and impact perception. Color saturation, hue and dynamic range are aspects of a video that can be controlled.
• Contrast - impacts the visual quality of a production. Defined as the difference between black and white or shadows and highlights.
• Clarity both audio and video clarity contribute to the overall quality of a video composition. Paying attention to both of these can greatly improve quality.
• Composition - is the deliberate arrangements of audio and video elements within a frame. Like a composer conducting an orchestra, video can be orchestrated as well.
• Continuity - is the consistency of video and audio elements from scene to scene and to create a seemless flow throughout the video. Continuity is the glue that holds a video production together.

Continue reading for more in depth discussion and learn how to apply these concepts...

Released in early May DaVinci Resolve Studio 19 is now available. And with it several new and exciting features. Including: Davinci Resolve Neural Engine upgraded with AI tools. Color Slice tool on the color page, and Intellitrack AI can now track, follow and pan audio. My favorite is the Color Slice palette...

Color Slice Tool In DaVinci Resolve Studio 19

Choosing the right frames per second setting for your video creation is not always as straightforward as it may seem. It comes down to understanding your camera, the nature of your surroundings and what look and feel you want to create. This can help you to plan, shoot, edit, color correct, render and distribute your video creation.

If you are shooting a short film or a cinematic epic where you want to convey the proper look and feel, 24 fps would be ideal due to its slightly choppy motion that is synonymous with the movie industry. But the camera settings need careful attention to avoid overexposure and excessive motion blur.

In the case of corporate videos, tutorials or interviews where the action is minimal and you want a clean, smooth footage, then 30 frames per second is your best bet. It gives an authentic, as-seen-in-real-life perception to your audience.

Videographers have a lot in their toolbag when it comes to creating the perfect shot. Perhaps, one of the most critical aspects is understanding the frames per second (fps) settings available on the camera. The BlackMagic Design Pocket Cinema Camera 4k (Bmdpcc 4k) provides a significant number of frames per second settings ideal for a myriad of filming scenarios. In this article we'll explore the most common settings and how they relate to color grading the video footage.

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In summary, the future of small businesses lies in harnessing the power of technology. An animated spokesperson video provides a promising and exhilarating avenue. Utilize the robust technology of HumanPal avatars for a dynamic, engaging, and effective marketing experience.

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