Camtasia
Camtasia
Studio is ingenious piece of video software for PC and Mac users that allows to
record on-screen activity, edit/modify content and then share the video on
various platforms. Camtasia provides educators with the perfect solution to
easily create videos that motivate students, inform parents and enhance
learning.
It
is convenient for creating video tutorials and presentations directly by screen
cast or by a direct recording plug in to Microsoft PowerPoint. The screen area
to be recorded can be freely chosen and audio or other multimedia recordings
may be recorded at the same time. Some other reasons why we have to use
Camtasia may be User-friendly, Easy to share, beneficial features and for
informative videos.
Steps
to create a video in Camtasia:
Step
1. Choose a topic / Start with a plan
If
you want to learn how to make tutorial videos or other instructional videos it
all begins with great planning. Decide what you will be including in your
video, whether it will be a complication of videos or just photos.
Start
by choosing a topic that is focused on a specific task or piece of content that
your viewers need to learn. Consider the most common and critical tasks that
they struggle with and start there. Then use that information to choose a
tutorial topic that will best help your target group. Make sure your topic is
narrowly focused. Videos with a single, focused topic are easier to create and
often make for more successful instructional content.
Step
2. Create a storyboard and write a script
Once
you have chosen a topic, create a storyboard to help visualize what you want to
show. It’s also good idea to write a script or basic outline of what you’d like
to teach. To make your script a smooth and natural feel, use words you’d use in
everyday conversations.
Don't
just tell viewers what’s going on, show them. Instead of simply saying what's
happening on-screen, let those actions speak for themselves and use this time
to add context with the voice over or narration.
Step
3. Capture your footage or record your computer screen
Collect
any equipment props or tools you need for your video. Next, stage your
recording space and make sure the area is well lit. When the scene is set, use
your storyboard and script to guide you through each step. The Camtasia video
editor makes it simple to record your voice over with built-in voice narration.
When
you’re ready, record the script and make sure to speak slowly and clearly. If
you make a mistake, don’t start over. Simply pause and start again right before
you made the mistake. You can always remove mistakes when you’re finished.
Step
4. Start your project and import the footage
With
your footage recorded, you’re ready to jump into Camtasia. Open Camtasia and
create a new project. If you record your screen, Camtasia will automatically
bring up a new project or add your recording to the existing project you’re
working on. You can also transfer the media to your computer, and then import
it by clicking the plus sign in the media bin and selecting import media. Then
choose the files to add to your project.
Step
5. Arrange and edit your video
With
all of your media in Camtasia, drag clips to the timeline and position them in
the order you want to them to appear in the video. Trim excess portions of a
clip by mousing over the edge and dragging. Cut from the middle of a clip by
placing the playhead where the cut should begin, dragging the playhead to
select the portion of the clip to remove, and then click the cut button.
Step
6. Add polish with an intro sequence /Sync your audio and video
With
your audio narration on the timeline, use clip speed and extend frame to sync
the pace of your video with your narration.
For
example, if you need more time to explain a concept, split the clip and use
extend frame to freeze the video. Or if you want to speed up a boring part of
your recording, add clip speed, and then drag the handles to speed it up.
Step
7. Produce and share your video
When
you have the video the way you like it, you’re ready to produce and share. And
the last step in creating a tutorial is to save the video. Think about where
you want this video to live and choose a share destination. Click the share button and choose local file
to export the video file to your computer.
We
recommend sharing your video with a few people to get feedback. This is a great
way to make sure your message is clear, and your video is accomplishing your
goals.
