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Information on videos

Videos are moving images that are recorded and played back usually with short clips or full-length films.   They can be used for a variety of purposes, including communication education, entertainment, and marketing.

Also, videos were not widely available until the development of the video cassette recorder (VCR) in the 1970s. Today, videos are more popular due to the internet and digital video technologies.

There are many different types of videos such as:

Movies: Films that are often longer than 60 minutes and tell a story.  They are often intended for entertainment purposes and can last for hours.

TV programmes that are broadcast on television and are typically shorter than 60 minutes.  TV shows are often streamed online now.

Music videos: Short films that are made to promote a song.  They are short videos that accompany songs.

Home videos: Videos that are recorded by individuals, such as family videos.

Online videos: Videos that are uploaded to the internet, such as on YouTube.

Documentaries: Films that provide factual information about a real-world subject.

Explainer videos: Short videos that are used to explain a product, service, or concept.

Social media videos: Short videos that are shared on social media platforms.

Live videos: Videos that are streamed in real-time.

Videos help communicate, entertain, tell stories and share information. 

These are some of the main characteristics of videos

They are dynamic; unlike static images, videos show movement and change over time. This can make them more engaging and immersive for viewers.

Videos can be combined with sound as adding sound to a video can enhance its emotional impact and provide additional information to viewers.

They can be easily shared as videos can be easily shared online through social media, and email. 

Videos can be interactive as they allow viewers to interact with them in some way, such as by clicking on buttons.

Video production is about creating video content. It involves the following steps:

Preproduction is about developing a concept for the video, writing a script, and creating a storyboard.

Production is when the video is filmed based on the script and storyboard.

Post-production is about editing the video including special effects and extra sound.

These are some of the main types of video production

Marketing videos promote a product, service, or brand and offer short explanations or longer documentaries.

Educational videos are used to teach people about a particular topic. They can be used in schools, businesses, or for personal learning.

Entertainment videos are designed to entertain the viewer and can include films, TV programmes and music videos.

Corporate videos are used to communicate with employees, shareholders, and other stakeholders. They can include training videos and company overview videos.