Videos bring your research and ideas to life by combining visuals, sound, and storytelling to engage your audience in new and exciting ways. From explaining complex concepts to sharing creative projects, videos are a dynamic way to communicate your scholarship beyond the written word.
This page will walk you through the essentials of making effective videos. Explore the possibilities and discover how video can help you connect, inform, and inspire!
| Tool/Software | Description | Compatibility | Cost | More Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canva | Create engaging videos with a drag-and-drop interface, easy recording, and a library of clips, audio and animations |
Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android |
Free to start. Some features require a paid subscription. | |
| Clipchamp (Microsoft) | Part of Microsoft 365, Clipchamp simplifies the task of editing video clips so you can easily create high quality videos at home |
Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
Sign into Clipchamp with your UDC email and password to use this software for free | |
| Express (Adobe) |
Aimed at everyday users, this cloud-based design platform lets you create videos, PDF documents, web pages, graphics and other digital assets |
Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android |
Sign into Adobe Creative Cloud with your UDC email and password to use this software for free | |
| iMovie (Apple) |
Create, edit, and share movies, trailers, and clips with a range of features, including transitions, effects, and music Download required |
macOS, iOS, iPadOS |
Free | |
| PowerPoint (Microsoft) | Add dynamic elements, including narration, animation, pointer movements, and timings, and export your presentation as a video |
Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android |
Sign into Microsoft 365 with your UDC email and password to use this software for free |
Turn your presentation into a video |
| Premiere Pro (Adobe) |
Professional-grade software for video editing and post-production Download required |
Windows, macOS |
Sign into Adobe Creative Cloud with your UDC email and password to download this software for free | |
| Zoom |
Video teleconference software with recording capabilities Download required to record and save audio/video files |
Windows, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android |
Sign into Zoom with your UDC email and password to download this software for free | Zoom - Computer and Cloud Recording |
One-Button Studios at UDC allow you to seamlessly create, edit, and upload audio/video presentations to cloud storage or a flash drive.
Before you start filming anywhere, make sure you know the rules for that location. Some places have specific guidelines about photography and video recording. It’s a good idea to check out your filming spots ahead of time and reach out to property managers or staff to ask about any restrictions.
While you generally have the right to film in public places and capture things that are in plain sight, it’s important to respect people’s privacy. Whenever possible, try to get permission from anyone who might appear in your video. Introduce yourself, explain what you’re working on, and let them know how you plan to use the footage. You can also share your contact info and let them know when you’ll be filming. This helps keep things transparent for everyone involved.
Recording Help
Software and Editing Help
Add Multimedia Content
Use the Find Multimedia Resources page to discover sound effects, music, images, and other multimedia content to include in your video.
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