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How to increase viewership

How to increase viewership

Some of the loneliest inhabitants on the Internet tend to be higher education videos. Not all is lost. It’s never too late to resurrect your languishing videos. Here are a few ways you can let them know that you still love them.

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COVID-19 guidelines for video shoots

If you are directing or filming a shoot on / off campus, please follow these guidelines to keep everyone safe and healthy.

Prepping for a shoot (students)

If you have been asked to be on camera, whether that’s an interview or photo shoot, read these tips on what to expect, what to wear and other topics.

Creating an Instagram story

As part of a social media campaign to encourage entries for my video contest (Research Reels), I created an Instagram Story. As this is new territory for me, I consulted with UVic's social media wiz, Jes Scott, who gave me a tonne of advice on how students use...

Basics of B-roll

In depth article describing what b-roll is, and how to plan and shoot. Read full article by Vimeo here>

Top tips for making a “viral” video

Yes, everyone wants to make a viral video. While there’s no guarantee your video will take off, here are some tips to give it a try!

Everything you need to know about putting your videos online

Useful article outlining technical specifications and ideal content for Facebook, YouTube and Vimeo.

How to keep your audience’s attention with your video

People are going to decide in only a handful of seconds whether your content is worth consuming and they will continue making that evaluation throughout. Just because you can hook them earlier, does not mean that they’ll commit to staying with you no matter what.

How to increase viewership

Some of the loneliest inhabitants on the Internet tend to be higher education videos. Not all is lost. It’s never too late to resurrect your languishing videos. Here are a few ways you can let them know that you still love them.

7 tips on social video

Check out these seven things not to do when creating your videos, and get a head start on your social video success.

Mobile shooting DIY series

Great, fun series on how to make the most of shooting with your mobile phone.