Learn how to make videos | Vimeo Video School

September 28, 2015 | 0

Navigating the world of video compression can seem labyrinthine. Here are some tips to avoid common misconceptions along the way.

Learn how to make better videos through lessons, tutorials, and sage advice from industry insiders and us, your personal creativity consultants.

Video-Making Wisdom from Story & Heart

Creating killer transitions: techniques from Matty Brown

September 9, 2015 | 15

Matty Brown shares his approach to nailing complex transitions, particularly between different subjects or time frames.
You asked, Matty answered: tips for mastering transitions

September 23, 2015 | 3

Matty Brown dishes out his advice for creating artful transitions as he answers a smorgasbord of community-submitted questions.
Camera settings clarified: shutter speed vs. frame rate

September 9, 2015 | 5

Multi-Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Ray Tsang dives into the best practices for using shutter speed and frame rate.
5 tips to instantly improve your compositions

September 9, 2015 | 2

What you include, what you don’t include, and how the elements of your film are arranged influences how your audience feels.

Ep. 1: Introducing Final Cut Pro X

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Ready to conquer the complex realm of film editing? All you need is a non-ancient Mac and some raw footage to get started.
Directing 101

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Being a director is no simple task, but with a bit of expert advice you'll be donning a beret and yelling action in no time.
Who's Who on a Movie Crew?

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Look, films don't make themselves - we give you a rundown of the basics of how all the work is divided up on a basic crew.
Frame Rate Vs. Shutter Speed - Setting The Record Straight

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People often make the mistake of equating frame rate with shutter speed. Here are the differences and why they matter.
Video Compression Basics

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Video compression is key in getting your video online and making it load fast for viewing. Here's how to avoid nasty artifacts.
Glossary of Common Video Terms

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This is a handy, ever-growing glossary to use when you need a refresher on video terms. What's the definition of "aperture" again?

Untangling the knotty myths of video compression

September 28, 2015 | 0

Navigating the world of video compression can seem labyrinthine. Here are some tips to avoid common misconceptions along the way.
You asked, Matty answered: tips for mastering transitions

September 23, 2015 | 3

Matty Brown dishes out his advice for creating artful transitions as he answers a smorgasbord of community-submitted questions.
Behind the video: Joseph Bennett’s ‘Odin’s Afterbirth’

September 18, 2015 | 0

A passion project in three parts, ‘Odin’s Afterbirth’ depicts a herd of monsters that erupted from Joseph Bennett’s mind.
How to get better answers to your interview questions

September 16, 2015 | 13

Even if your interviewee is less than Shakespearean with words, there’s a way to ensure you great responses to your questions.
Introducing Mike Plante: Sundance Film Festival Programmer

September 15, 2015 | 9

With over 20 years of experience, Mike Plante offers invaluable insight into the process of selecting films for festivals.
Creator Q&A: making art via video games with a machinimator

September 12, 2015 | 0

We offer thee a holy hymnal for National Video Games Day: an interview with master machinimator Alec Chaney.