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Science Videos Made Simple

A few years ago, I developed and ran a couple of workshops for scientists on how to create simple but effective whiteboard-style videos, using little more than a smartphone, tripod and computer.

At the time, I produced a series of training modules to accompany the workshops. I’ve just posted these on this website as a resource for anyone who’s interested in creating effective science communication videos, and is looking for some guidance.

There are eight modules and an overview – it’s worth starting with the overview, but you can jump straight to the different modules here:

  1. INTRODUCTION
  2. FOCUS
  3. SCRIPT
  4. STORYBOARDING
  5. VOICEOVER
  6. FILMING
  7. EDITING
  8. FINISHING TOUCHES

The training modules use the short video below as an example of what can be achieved on a budget.

(This is one of two example videos – the other uses a whiteboard to produce the visuals)

Please feel free to use, and pass along!