Uploaded September 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Travel video tips. Ever wondered how to make a great travel video of your vacation memories? In this video I provide 9 tips to do just that and give you examples to show you how to repeat my tips in your own work. How to Shoot Great Travel Videos (Even if You're Not a Pro).

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Chapters:

00:00 Opening
02:00 Start With a Packing List
03:24 Know Where Your Going
05:46 Create a Shot List
08:10 Consider Narration for Your Video
10:02 Interview with Travel Partner
10:20 Live Performance of the University of Oregon Chamber Choir
11:22 Include the Locals
13:23 Shoot Time Lapse Video
14:18 Keep Lighting in Mind
15:43 Using the Exposure Triangle to Improve Your Footage
17:31 Know Where Your Video Will End Up
18:13 Editing Your Video
19:40 Use Natural Signs
22:13 Learn More

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RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:

Jim Costa Films:
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instagram.com/jimcostafilms
facebook.com/jimcostafilms
twitter.com/jimcostafilms

Photography & Videography Tips & Tricks by Jim Costa Films:
youtube.com/watch?v=XsGBgWwR8wo&list=PLBw3qczTjq1T9v75Wf5Ia1NqeiKOmc-ej

Tech Savvy Seniors Blog:
youtube.com/watch?v=EYnvfVKyL1k&list=PLBw3qczTjq1QTrbb0dAkpK76i56IMn0Y5

Video Producers and Content Creators Group on Facebook: facebook.com/groups/videoproducersandcontentcreators

Exposure Triangle:
youtube.com/watch?v=MwKuxnl4-mg&t=85s

Golden Hour Shooting:
youtube.com/watch?v=sYnae_Zb7qI&t=2s

Editing Apps for iPhone and iPad:
youtube.com/watch?v=o4ruoaY-v1s&t=34s

ADOBE PREMIER PRO EDITING TRAINING IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.

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Gear used in this video:

Nikon D3500 DSLR
Nikon 70mm - 300mm lens
Nikon 10mm - 20mm lens
Nikon 18mm - 70mm lens
Canon HF-G40 camera
Sony UWP-D11 Camera-Mount Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System
GoPro Hero 3
Joby GorillaPod 5K Flexible Mini-Tripod with Ball Head Kit
Vidpro Varicolor 312-Bulb Video and Photo LED Light Kit

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For more information on my video services, check out my website: jamesvcosta.com. Are you looking for help creating video for your business? Do you need a commercial for television, social media or radio? How about a corporate video for your web site or for training? I can help! I specialize in creating video and audio content for businesses and individuals! Contact Jim Costa Films for a consultation. Follow, Like, Subscribe & Connect for more video content, tips and tricks for using technology and the information you need to take your photos and videos and your business to the next level.

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