Behind every great video is a chaotic cutting room. But what if an AI could reinvent the way we edit, automate the tedious tasks and revolutionise the video editing process?

In this episode, Chris Schwager (Co-founder and Video Marketer of Ridge Films) is joined by Gabriel Cowan (CEO of Audio Design Desk) who shares his journey in audio design, from music to movies, and how he's seen the field evolve over time. We dive into the use of AI in audio design, specifically through Gabriel's work with the software, and how it's disrupting the traditional roles of sound designers, earning ire and awe from older and younger generation. We also discuss how AI is being used in writing and visual design, and the potential for a fully AI-assisted creative process. Throughout the conversation, Gabriel emphasizes the importance of sound design in video production and how AI can be used to simplify workflows and boost productivity and creativity. Whether you're a filmmaker or just interested in the latest technology in creative fields, this episode is a must-listen.

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Picture this: a video call with clients, colleagues, or even your boss, and all they can hear is background noise, crackling audio, or your voice dropping in and out. Not exactly the professional image you want to project, right?

In this week's episode, Chris Schwager (Video Marketer and Co-founder of Ridge Films) reveals how to turn your audio from a liability to an asset. Learn about the top five tools for crystal clear communication, why Bluetooth isn't always the answer, and how to use these to your advantage. Discover how to overcome common audio obstacles during video calls to achieve effective communication and maintain a professional image for your brand. 

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Struggling with poor lighting during video calls is a common problem that can cause distractions, detract from your message, and leave a negative impression on others. However, setting up the right lighting can be a challenge, especially if you're unsure of how to do it properly.

In this episode, Chris Schwager (Video Marketer and Co-Founder of Ridge Films) shares his insights on the transformative power of good lighting. Learn the 5 key elements of lighting for video meetings and how to experiment and find the right setup for you. Discover the 5 types of lights you can use to control your illumination and create a visually appealing image. This is your chance to elevate your video call success and put an end to poor lighting woes.

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The dream of having an artificial intelligence that can understand commands and hold a conversation just like a human has long been a subject of science fiction. From films depicting them coming to life to reenacting scenarios, we've been captivated by the idea. But this is no longer just a dream. With the recent buzz surrounding an AI that could potentially threaten Google's dominance as a search engine, and even the jobs of writers like myself, Chat GPT, the future of AI is now a reality.

In this episode of Video Tips, Chris Schwager (Video Marketer and Co-Founder of Ridge Films) talks about the latest trend in the video industry: AI generated podcasts. But how exactly can businesses use AI technology in video production?

Chris shares his experience with using AI language model in his own business, the potential uses of AI in the video industry such as script generation, captioning, and video descriptions in a professional and efficient manner, saving time and energy for other tasks in the video production process. Learn more about how businesses can also use this technology for research and development in natural language processing, understanding, and machine learning. 

Tune in to find out more about how AI can benefit your video business.

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Your video background is like your personal billboard, it's what sets the scene and sets the tone for the call. It can either make or break the perception of your professionalism, credibility and make you look like a Zoom pro or an amateur. That's why the green screen trended. It allows users, especially people working from home, to create a professional-looking environment without changing locations.

But how complicated is this setup? Is this really the kind of rabbit hole you'd like to fall into?

In this episode, Chris Schwager, Video Marketer from Ridge Films, lifts the curtain how green screen works behind the scenes and how the setup looks like for new users. Learn about the five reasons you should steer clear from this specific backdrop, especially for people who won't be keen into investing their time and resources to setting this up. Understand how prepping a natural background can help better in relaying authenticity with more practicality than a green screen does. 

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Simplifying complex subjects like research and policymaking is essential in producing videos that people will want to watch and understand. Establishing a professional video studio can help educate young leaders about these topics.

In this episode, Chris Schwager (Co-founder and Video Marketer of Ridge Films) is joined by Chris Gardiner (CEO of the Institute of Regional Security or IFRS) in a newly-built podcast studio in Canberra, to discuss why engaging policy makers through videos is the best foot forward to explain complex topics. Learn how developing communication skills for digital platforms play a role in influencing community and global debate. Chris Gardiner also discusses his resolve in signing up for DIY Video Program to give IFRS an edge over global competitors when it comes to producing professional videos in volume to inform and influence global perception, and give young leaders access to develop and integrate skills towards modern policymaking.

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Are you conflicted on using expletive words durings sales on a video call? Are you the kind of person who feels much more comfortable dropping f-bombs in-passing conversations to make it casual and friendly but fear it might affect your sales negatively?

In this episode, Chris Schwager, Video Marketer from Ridge Films, talks about why people use expletives, how it's connected to our emotions, and how it relaxes a formal introduction into a friendly banter. Listen what Gary Vaynerchuk has to say about swearing and why we shouldn't shy away from it. Get insights on the impact of swearing on sales and when's the right time to use it. Understand what communication goals are achieved when swearing comes into the conversation, and how to broach this kind of speech with your clients in three simple ways. 

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On this day and age where people are opting for video calls more than in-person meetings or quick audio call due to the major shift of businesses to remote work, you'd do better to leave a lasting impression to your prospects or clients. So why not use a video background that says a lot about your brand?

In this episode, Chris Schwager, Video Marketer from Ridge Films, talks about why video background matters and why people will appreciate you for it. Learn five common mistakes people make when composing their background and how you can avoid it to improve your image. Build the brand you want to promote by making sure your background complements your profession.

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In a video call, if people can't hear you clearly due to poor sound quality, you risk losing their attention. And being subjected to this consistently can build fatigue in the long run. 

What's causing poor audio quality and what can you do about it?

In this episode, Chris Schwager, Video Marketer from Ridge Films, talks about four common sound problems that hound video calls and cause distractions that build stress. Learn how you can improve audio quality by optimising your workspace with these five tricks. 

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With competition growing faster online, the need for websites to rank better to increase traffic has never been this demanding. According to Zero Limit Web, the first five organic results account for 67.6% of all the clicks, so it really pays to be on the top.

But how exactly do you optimise your website so it's more searchable? How long does it really take for it to work? Do videos make you rank better? And can you really do this on your own or should you get an expert to help you out?

In this episode, Chris Schwager (Co-founder and Video Marketer of Ridge Films) is joined by James Parnwell (Founding Director of The Online Co) to discuss everything about Search Engine Optimisation (SEO): how it works, how Google algorithm behaves, how videos help your website become searchable, and what businesses can do to rank better on Google search engine. Learn how SEO differs from SEM or Search Engine Marketing aka Google Ads, which helps your website rank faster for a price. Explore how algorithm changes towards paid ads and organic searches. And finally, understand why SEO is a slow burn process and may take months to fully realise, and how transparency can help demystify this concept. 

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