Video Production: What Drives You to Do It?

Yes, video production is fun.

But why do you want to make videos? What is your “itch” for doing it?

You know, when I tried to answer those same questions, I also felt a little stumped.

But here’s what I thought. And let’s see, if it rings true to you also…

I’ve been inspired by movies, short films, documentaries, and other types of videos that I saw over the years.

And you and I know what it feels like, when we see a compelling film, or a great video...

• It speaks to our hearts and minds.
• It appeals to our souls and imaginations.
  

We’re fascinated. We’re touched.

And so, when I shoot and make my own videos—and by that I mean, videos about real people, real events, and real life—, I feel that I need to do the same:

I noticed that when I plan, shoot, assemble, or edit my own videos, there's something in me, I'd like to reflect in my work, and convey to my viewers. However, it’s not by words only.

It’s more by non-verbal expression—using visuals and sounds. Influenced by…

• The way I see the world… and my attitude toward my subjects,
  
  
• My approach to creation… and the thought processes I go through,
  
  
• The way I treat my audience… and the way I’d like my presentation to flow for them,
  
  
• My reasons for owning gear… and my desire to make the most of it,
  
  
• The way I pull my raw materials together… and my effort to make the “final cut” engaging and meaningful.

These nuggets of information... I hope to share with you.

Like everyone else, I also love gear. I cannot make videos without it (obviously).

However, I need to remind myself that…

• I only have limited resources (and time), and
  
  
• I have to attend first to my family’s needs. Before I save and spend money on video making tools.

Well, that's the vision that Video Auteur aims to contribute to.

You, too, can make videos that communicate and connect. Yes, you certainly need video production tools, and video editing software, to make a video. However, your focus on catering for people who'll watch your video, will let you feel that satisfaction that a video maker craves.

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But a beginner needs to start somewhere—whether you're a video production student, or someone who studies how to make videos on your own. Perhaps, you see the need to make effective videos, or you want to make video creation a hobby.

And it's important to start right. How?

By recognizing and adopting this perspective, from the very beginning, that...

If you have that perspective in you, you'll find that this website can better help you learn...

• Meaningful video creation.
• Video production basics. And
• The guide to the video making process.