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In this tutorial, we will show you how to create a video podcast using a Mac computer and iLife ‘06. To learn more about the various podcasting software available, check out our Resources page.
Technology Requirements
(most items available for sale at UC Computer Store and possibly on loan from ITC -- call 974-9670 tofind out more)
- A Mac with the latest version of Mac OS X and iTunes
- Recording Equipment (digital video camera, dv tapes)
- iLife ’06 (GarageBand, iMovie, iPhoto, iDVD, iWeb) - bundled with OS X
Building a Video Podcast in iMovie
Capture footage with your digital video camera. Connect the camera to your computer and import the footage to iMovie. Drag clips to the timeline to build your project.Watch a Video Demonstration:
Setting up the Tripod
Operating the Canon ZR70 Digital Video Camera (standard hand-held camera)
Operating the Panasonic AG-DVC7 Digital Video Camera (Sports Journalism; shoulder-held camera)
To shorten clips, drag the dual arrows under the Playhead to to the beginning and end of the portion you would like to delete (shown in yellow). Press Delete to remove this portion.
To split one clip into two, drag the Playhead to the chosen place and go to Edit > Split Video Clip at Playhead.
Click Editing (bottom right menu) to apply titles, transitions, video effects, and audio effects to your movie.
Adding Chapters and URLs
Breaking a podcast into chapters is a popular new practice. To add chapters to your video podcast, click Chapters (bottom right menu). Drag the Playhead to the place you would like to create a new chapter. In the Chapters panel, click Add Marker. A yellow diamond appears in the timeline. An image captured from that exact moment in the timeline appears in that chapter’s layer. Edit the title and add a URL if you would like. The URL will appear in the video podcast for the duration of the chapter.Exporting the File
To optimize for web view, use the following settings. Go to File > Export and choose Expert Settings in the drop down box. When the "Save exported file as..." dialog box appears, choose a location for your exported file and select Movie to MPEG-4 and Broadband - Low.
Click Save. iMovie will compress the file.
You’re almost done.
Posting to the Web
Now you’re ready to place your files online for public or student viewing. You have two main options:Volcasting@UT
Visit Volcasting@UT. If you don't have an instructor account, choose Request Volcasting Course and follow the instructions. When you receive a confirmation email (within the next day or so), go to Upload your Podcast. You will be asked to enter information about the podcast. To attach the file, navigate to the file you placed on your desktop and select it. The file appears, with description and RSS feed, under View Courses.
Volcasting@UT can be viewed by the public. UT instructors and their students can upload to the site.
Blackboard (Online@UT)
Post your file to the web. You can upload it to Volcasting@UT, UT's Digital Media Services, or your own site or blog. When done, make a note of the URL.
Log in to Online@UT, choose your course, and navigate to a Content Area. In Edit View, click Add External Link. Give your file a short but descriptive name and add the URL. Under Text, add any necessary details.
Your podcast is online!
Posting Your Podcast in iTunes
Interested in adding your educational podcast to the iTunes directory? Visit our Add Your Podcast to iTunes page.| <-- previous | next --> |
