Everything I Know About Making Videos

Learn video writing and production from one of the originators of the video essay format

This workshop is called Everything I Know About Making Videos.

And it’s exactly what it sounds like – it’s everything I know about writing, research, editing, design, mixing audio, and more. It’s over a decade of knowledge about video essay production distilled down into a single class.

Join me, Kirby Ferguson, a pioneer in video essay production, for a live, interactive six-week journey into the art of video production.

Here’s what makes this class unique.

  • 2 Interactive Zoom Sessions Per Week: Engage in live presentations, discussions, and practical sessions twice weekly.

  • Direct Mentorship and Feedback: Get personalized critiques from me on your video projects.

  • Proven Tools and Techniques: Learn my complete workflow and the secrets behind successful video essays.

I’ve answered some anticipated questions below. If there are further questions, contact me!

Reserve your spot now. Again, there are only 6 pre-order slots remaining. Let’s make something great together!

DATES: SEPT 20 - OCTOBER 25

Sessions are Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:00am - 10:30am PST.

Classes are mostly Tuesdays. Fridays are for presenting, Q&A and co-working.

Final dates will be settled shortly!

Special Early Pre-Order Price
$750

Reserve one of only 6 remaining pre-order spots and save $550.
(Regular price will be $1300.)

Get ’em while you can! This course is designed for a very select audience and I might never do this again.

Schedule

Week 1: The Big Picture
I outline my philosophy of video production and walk you through my principles.

Week 2: Research and Ideas
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Week 3: Writing
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Week 4: Audio
Video production starts with audio. Learn how

Week 5: Video
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Week 6: Showcase
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Answers to your questions

  • We absolutely want to accommodate everyone, alas, the schedule can’t fit every schedule or time zone. However, you can download the sessions afterward and follow along on your own schedule.

  • You can pursue whatever goal you want, but I recommend you, y’know, create a video! If you don’t have a project ready to go, I’ll help you make one up. It doesn’t have to be amazing, it’s an exercise.

  • The class is aimed at people making videos, but lots of what I teach could apply equally well to text, audio, visual, or other projects. I’ll cover writing, knowledge management, research and how to manage small but complex projects.

  • This is not a video editing course. There are loads of ways to learn video editing software. There will be some video editing tips and tricks, but you’ll need to learn how to use that software on your own. I won’t be doing comprehensive instruction on any particular software.

  • No, use whatever you want. I’m experienced with Davinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, and Final Cut and will feature them all.

  • That’s still developing but here’s a bit more!

    • The complete workflow for making a video essay in the Everything is a Remix style

    • How to get a powerhouse software suite for 70 bucks (Mac or Windows). No Adobe, no subscriptions!

    • How to source high-quality clips and media

    • How to obey copyright… or safely bend the rules