NUTS &
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AVs are relatively easy and fun to produce and with a little practice you will be surprised by your own artistic creativity and talent.
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So don't be shy, go for it.
A Brief
Summary_
01.
Select your images, keeping in mind the time frame guidelines. Length approximately 3 minutes, 3-5 seconds transition per image.
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Place your images, title slides and music file in a folder.
03.
Open your preferred software.
04.
Create a new project and give it a name.
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Import the folder containing the images.
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Drag the images in position in your selected order.
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Play a preview and find music that matches the mood of your AV. It must be copyright-free!
08.
Download music then import to your project.
09.
Fine tune timeline and music.
10.
Export your project to a file.
New AV For
The Website_
a.
Maximum 4 minutes. Optimum is 3 minutes, 3 to 5 seconds transition per image.
b.
Music must be copyright-free. There are many royalty-free and copyright-free websites, such as YouTube Audio Library and Jamendo.
c.
AV must include an end slide with details about the artist, the track, and the source of the copyright-free music.
d.
Create a new project and give it a name.
d1.
Preferably, upload your AV to your personal YouTube channel and share the link with the webmaster. Additionally, include a cover photo with a 16:9 ratio.
d2.
If the previous option is not possible, please send the AV file via WeTransfer to the webmaster. Also, remember to include a cover photo with a 16:9 ratio for the video cover page.
e.
By submitting your AV you confirm that any music used is copyright-free.
f.
The following file formats can be used:
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MP4, AVI, MPEG, MPG, MPE, MKV, WebM, MOV, OGV, VOB, M4V, 3GP, DivX, XVID, MXF, WMV.
Old AV_
Like the new AV, the preferable way to showcase your old AV on the website is to upload it to your personal YouTube channel. Then, send the link to the Webmaster along with a photo for the cover page. The cover page should have a 16:9 aspect ratio.
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If YouTube isn't an option, you can submit one of your AVs. However, you must replace the music with copyright-free material. Shorter AVs will be given priority due to storage size limitations. Submit to the Webmaster as described above.
AV To Be
Shown At
Our Meetings_
While copyright-free music should be used in a legal context, it should be acceptable for any audiovisual content shown at our meetings to use music of your choice.
Free
Software_
Free options are available on your mobile device or personal computer. These free apps are capable of creating award-winning AVs, so there is no real need to purchase anything. There are quite a few good tutorials on YouTube that can show you how to use them.​​​
Windows
Clipchamp is an online video editor with a simple interface for basic video editing tasks. The platform provides tools for trimming and combining clips, adding text overlays, transitions, and background music. It includes screen and webcam recording capabilities, and being cloud-based, allows users to access their projects from any browser.
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Apple Devices
​​iMovie is Apple's built-in video editing software available for Mac, iPad, and iPhone devices. The application offers basic video editing tools including clip trimming, splitting, and combining, along with the ability to add transitions between scenes and apply video filters. Users can incorporate text overlays, background music, and sound effects from the built-in media library.
The software features a timeline-based interface where users can arrange and edit video clips, photos, and audio tracks. iMovie includes tools for basic color correction, video stabilization, and speed adjustments, while also providing the ability to record voiceovers directly within the application. The projects automatically sync between Apple devices through iCloud.
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Paid
Software_
A few suggestions for the most commonly used paid options among members are:
PTE AV Studio
It is very easy to use and has many powerful features, and you can output in many formats. There are plenty of online tutorials available on YouTube, although some may be clearer than others.
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PRICE:​
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US$ 75.00
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MORE INFORMATION:​
PhotoStage Slideshow Software
Suggested by Ron Switzer who has trialed it and is "quite impressed".
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PRICE:​
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US$ 50.00
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Back
Slide_
A Sample back slide for the music used:
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Must mention:
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The title
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The artist
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The copyright free source