My Video Creation Workflow

Note: This is not a typical professional workflow for video production but what I'm sharing here is my own personal typical workflow in creating my instructional video. At the end of this page you will find selected articles of DIY Instructional Video production for further reading.

First, start small. If you are new to video content creation, start with a baby step.

For all intent and purposes, a simple DIY instructional video with a decent quality can easily be produced by screen recording.

I will walk you through the process of producing the following instructional videos.

Before we go further, what's the purpose of your instructional video?

What is the purpose of your video?

To demonstrate a physical technique
To emphasize a key point
To summarize a unit or module
To increase emotional impact and engagement on a certain topic

Get all the stuff ready!

A simple screen recording of PowerPoint + Webcam (talking head)

A more elaborate screen recording of PowerPoint + Webcam (talking head)

A More Fancy Screen Recording of PowerPoint + Webcam (talking head)

The Set-Up

First thing first—Good Microphone

Boya By-M1 Clip Mic for Smartphone DSLR Mirrorless (RM32.00)

Vention USB External Sound Card with 3.5mm Stereo Earphone Adapter (RM25.00)

Vention USB External

Goon Lighting (main light)

Pro Travor 2Pcs/Kit Dimmable Bi-color LED Video Light(RM425.99)

Adjustable angle

Adjustable intensity (dimmable) + bi-colour

Good Lighting (Fill light)

Portable Mini Photo Studio LED Light (RM39.00)

Good to have as a fill (complementary) light that gives a soft filling.

A Decent Camera

Logitech C922 PRO auto focus (RM414.00)

This is not an absolutely must-have. However, if you are serious into video content production, I would highly recommend to invest in this webcam.

You've got a camera!

Yes, the best camera is in your smartphone!

A Phone Holder

Mobile Phone Adjustable Desk Phone holder (RM21.00)