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PowerLoops V1 :: 20 Looping Video Backgrounds Optimized for PowerPoint®
- Published 11/6/2008
| PowerLoops V1 20 Royalty Free Looping Video Backgrounds :: Optimized for PowerPoint® :: Available in WMV and SD formats Price: $99  Product Description 20 looping royalty free video backgrounds available in SD and WMV format. Each clip offers seamless loops and is a great addition to your video editing, media or presentation toolkit. The collection of video backgrounds includes a variety of themes, ranging from hitech, globe and world to money, Wall Street, music, finance and abstract. INSTANT DOWNLOAD. Product Specifications :: Royalty Free :: (20) :06 - :08 second video backgrounds ::Seamless Loops ::WMV, 640 x 480 (Windows Media Video, 15 fps) ::SD 720 x486 (QuickTime, H.264, 30 fps) ::79.6 mb (SD) ::97.7mb (WMV) :: INSTANT DOWNLOAD (Delivered immediately as individual .zip files after secure online transaction is complete) Click Here to View "PowerLoops V1" Video Backgrounds Collection |
Halloween Loops V1 Released, HD & PowerPoint Versions
- Published 09/24/2008
| NEW for HALLOWEEN and FALL! Royalty Free Stock Footage Video Backgrounds Collections Now Available! HALLOWEEN LOOPS V1 HD  Click Here to View "Halloween Loops V1 :: PowerPoint Optimized" PowerPoint Optimized 
Cost: $149 (HD) $99 (PowerPoint Optimized) "Halloween Loops V1" Specs ::Royalty Free ::20 Video Clips ::10 seconds each ::Loopable ::Available as HD Collection (1920 x1080, 24fps, Photo JPEG) ::Available as PowerPoint Optimized Collection (WMV, 640x480 & 640x360) ::Available as Immediate Purchase and Instant Download Click Here to View "Halloween Loops V1 :: PowerPoint Optimized" Click Here to View "Halloween Loops V1 :: HD" Halloween Loops V1 Description Halloween Loops V1 features 20 royalty free "one of a kind" stock footage and video background clips in HD or optimized for PowerPoint and PowerPoint presentations. Choose HD 1920x1080 24fps or Windows Media collections. The PowerPoint optimized collection features 640x360 15fps Windows Media (WMV) files for optimum playback within PowerPoint. The collection of 20 stock footage clips and video backgrounds features art directed broadcast-quality video clips, each with a Halloween and/or Fall theme. Each stock footage and video background clip features a specific Halloween vignette or scene to include in your PowerPoint presentation or project. The Halloween Loops V1 is a must-have stock footage collection for PowerPoint presenters, video editors and producers, broadcasters and media professionals who are looking for Halloween-themed stock footage and video backgrounds. Halloween Loops V1 is available for immediate purchase and INSTANT DOWNLOAD. |
MotionKit.com Releases Halloween Themed HD Stock Footage Collection
- Published 09/24/2008
MotionKit.com announced today the release of a new Halloween-themed stock footage collection titled “Halloween Loops V1.” The stock footage collection features twenty, ten-second looping royalty free Halloween and Fall themed stock footage and video background clips. The collection includes art directed broadcast-quality video clips, each with a particular Halloween or Fall look and feel. Using candles, ghosts, spiders and other Halloween props, each clip captures the spirit of Halloween with an eye-catching and attractive vignette. The stock footage clips are an effective way to communicate the look of Halloween during the holiday season.
The collection is available in HD or as Windows Media Video (WMV) files optimized for PowerPoint presentations. The HD collection features stock footage clips in 1920x1080 resolution at 24fps with Motion JPEG codec. The PowerPoint optimized collection features stock footage clips in 640x360 resolution at 15fps with Windows Media codec for optimum playback within PowerPoint. The HD collection is priced at $149 and the PowerPoint Optimized collection is priced at $99.
The Halloween Loops V1 is a must-have stock footage collection for PowerPoint presenters, digital signage networks, video editors and video producers, broadcasters and other media professionals who are looking for Halloween-themed stock footage and video backgrounds.
Halloween Loops V1 is available for immediate purchase and instant download at MotionKit.com at the following links:
View Halloween Loops V1 :: HD
View Halloween Loops V1 :: PowerPoint Optimized
PowerPoint Video Backgrounds: 7 Tips for Using Eye Catching Video Backgrounds in PowerPoint
- Published 09/18/2008
As more and more PowerPoint users incorporate video and video backgrounds into presentations, it’s more important than ever that it’s done in a way that produces eye-catching and effective results. Adding video and video backgrounds to PowerPoint can be a bit tricky for the uninitiated, so this article gives seven quick and simple tips for using video backgrounds successfully in a PowerPoint presentation.
1. Be Sure the Video Background Motion Isn’t Too Fast
One of the biggest issues with poorly executed PowerPoint presentations that incorporate video backgrounds is the speed of the video background itself. It’s easy to over design a PowerPoint presentation that uses a video background. I’ve seen many examples of PowerPoint presentations with looping video backgrounds that distract from the presentation itself. So a key reminder is to use video backgrounds that are slow to medium in the speed of animation and motion. That way your text and other PowerPoint presentation elements will remain the focus – and not the fast-moving animation of the video background.
2. Choose Video Backgrounds That Support Your PowerPoint Presentation
As with any “new toy” so to speak, PowerPoint designers can fall into the trap of adding video backgrounds and video elements that have nothing to do with the subject or theme of the PowerPoint presentation. Adding video backgrounds that don’t connect with the presentation theme can be a presentation killer and distract the audience from what you’re hoping to communicate. So remember to choose video backgrounds and video that augments and supports the presentation. Choosing relevant video backgrounds helps you to communicate more effectively during your presentation. Although it can be tempting at first, it’s never a good idea to use video and video backgrounds just to show off your ability to include video for video’s sake.
3. Choose Uncluttered Design That Doesn't Compete with PowerPoint Text
Another important key reminder is to choose video backgrounds that are primarily uncluttered so that you have ample available space to include your presentation text and other graphic elements. If you use complex video backgrounds with too many animation and design elements, it can once again compete with your text and presentation itself. An uncluttered video background with slight movement goes a long way to enhance an otherwise plain PowerPoint presentation. You don’t need a lot of design and movement to be eye catching.
4. Select Looping Video Backgrounds
When selecting video backgrounds to incorporate into your PowerPoint presentation be sure the video background seamlessly loops. This is a featured added to many of the professionally designed video backgrounds available in the marketplace. Essentially seamlessly looping video backgrounds can be played back continuously without detecting where its loop point is when viewing. This offers you a great advantage as a PowerPoint presenter. During your presentation you can be parked on any particular slide and have the video background continuously looping in the background. The result: eye-catching motion that enhances communication during your presentation.
5. The Right Encoding (and Plugin) for Playback
It’s important to note that to include (and import) video or video backgrounds into your presentation the file must be one that is accepted by PowerPoint. The typical files that PowerPoint works with are AVI, MPEG and Windows Media (WMV). I recommend using WMV files since it’s a file type created and supported by Microsoft itself, which is always a good benefit. So you must take your original video background files and be sure to convert (encode) them to one of the three file types mentioned above. When encoding the files for playback in PowerPoint be sure to remember the following specifications (and do a lot of testing):
• 640 x 480 (Large, 4:3 aspect ratio) or 960x540 (Large, 16x9 aspect ratio) or 640x360 (Small, 16:9 aspect ratio)
• 15 fps (frames per second)
• Medium to High Video Quality
• Test different settings to get the quality and performance you're looking for. The settings you choose will depend on the speed of your computer.
Also if you want to use video or video backgrounds as a layer that you will put text and other graphics over, you’ll need to purchase a third-party plug-in that allows you to do this within PowerPoint. There are video background plug-ins for PowerPoint easily found by searching the web. Try searching: PowerPoint Video background Plugin (or some variation of these keywords) and you’ll discover new ways to pump up your presentations with dynamic video backgrounds.
6. Use Video Backgrounds Optimized for PowerPoint
If you don’t think you’re up for encoding and converting video backgrounds into the required file type to work within PowerPoint, don’t fear! You can search for and purchase video backgrounds that have already been optimized (encoded) to work within PowerPoint. This can be a big benefit to you because someone else has already spent the time to encode the video background properly (i.e., file type, frame rate, bit rate, etc…) and all you have to do is import into PowerPoint. Try searching on the following keywords to find video backgrounds already optimized to work within PowerPoint: PowerPoint Optimized Video Loops (or search on some variation of these keywords).
7. Do Testing with Free Video Backgrounds Available on the Web
If you currently don’t have any video backgrounds in your library or PowerPoint toolbox, consider searching the web for free PowerPoint video backgrounds that you can use to do some testing in PowerPoint. Try searching on the following keywords: Free Stock Motion for PowerPoint Presentation or other keywords incorporating “Free” “PowerPoint” “Motion” “Loops” (or some variation of these words). You’ll be surprised how many stock footage and video background websites offer sample free clips for you to download and test out in your PowerPoint project.
In conclusion, there are several considerations to take into account when designing a PowerPoint presentation that incorporates video and video backgrounds. The main key to remember is to always make clear communication the number one priority when building your PowerPoint deck – and only use video backgrounds to augment and enhance the effectiveness of your presentation.
1. Be Sure the Video Background Motion Isn’t Too Fast
One of the biggest issues with poorly executed PowerPoint presentations that incorporate video backgrounds is the speed of the video background itself. It’s easy to over design a PowerPoint presentation that uses a video background. I’ve seen many examples of PowerPoint presentations with looping video backgrounds that distract from the presentation itself. So a key reminder is to use video backgrounds that are slow to medium in the speed of animation and motion. That way your text and other PowerPoint presentation elements will remain the focus – and not the fast-moving animation of the video background.
2. Choose Video Backgrounds That Support Your PowerPoint Presentation
As with any “new toy” so to speak, PowerPoint designers can fall into the trap of adding video backgrounds and video elements that have nothing to do with the subject or theme of the PowerPoint presentation. Adding video backgrounds that don’t connect with the presentation theme can be a presentation killer and distract the audience from what you’re hoping to communicate. So remember to choose video backgrounds and video that augments and supports the presentation. Choosing relevant video backgrounds helps you to communicate more effectively during your presentation. Although it can be tempting at first, it’s never a good idea to use video and video backgrounds just to show off your ability to include video for video’s sake.
3. Choose Uncluttered Design That Doesn't Compete with PowerPoint Text
Another important key reminder is to choose video backgrounds that are primarily uncluttered so that you have ample available space to include your presentation text and other graphic elements. If you use complex video backgrounds with too many animation and design elements, it can once again compete with your text and presentation itself. An uncluttered video background with slight movement goes a long way to enhance an otherwise plain PowerPoint presentation. You don’t need a lot of design and movement to be eye catching.
4. Select Looping Video Backgrounds
When selecting video backgrounds to incorporate into your PowerPoint presentation be sure the video background seamlessly loops. This is a featured added to many of the professionally designed video backgrounds available in the marketplace. Essentially seamlessly looping video backgrounds can be played back continuously without detecting where its loop point is when viewing. This offers you a great advantage as a PowerPoint presenter. During your presentation you can be parked on any particular slide and have the video background continuously looping in the background. The result: eye-catching motion that enhances communication during your presentation.
5. The Right Encoding (and Plugin) for Playback
It’s important to note that to include (and import) video or video backgrounds into your presentation the file must be one that is accepted by PowerPoint. The typical files that PowerPoint works with are AVI, MPEG and Windows Media (WMV). I recommend using WMV files since it’s a file type created and supported by Microsoft itself, which is always a good benefit. So you must take your original video background files and be sure to convert (encode) them to one of the three file types mentioned above. When encoding the files for playback in PowerPoint be sure to remember the following specifications (and do a lot of testing):
• 640 x 480 (Large, 4:3 aspect ratio) or 960x540 (Large, 16x9 aspect ratio) or 640x360 (Small, 16:9 aspect ratio)
• 15 fps (frames per second)
• Medium to High Video Quality
• Test different settings to get the quality and performance you're looking for. The settings you choose will depend on the speed of your computer.
Also if you want to use video or video backgrounds as a layer that you will put text and other graphics over, you’ll need to purchase a third-party plug-in that allows you to do this within PowerPoint. There are video background plug-ins for PowerPoint easily found by searching the web. Try searching: PowerPoint Video background Plugin (or some variation of these keywords) and you’ll discover new ways to pump up your presentations with dynamic video backgrounds.
6. Use Video Backgrounds Optimized for PowerPoint
If you don’t think you’re up for encoding and converting video backgrounds into the required file type to work within PowerPoint, don’t fear! You can search for and purchase video backgrounds that have already been optimized (encoded) to work within PowerPoint. This can be a big benefit to you because someone else has already spent the time to encode the video background properly (i.e., file type, frame rate, bit rate, etc…) and all you have to do is import into PowerPoint. Try searching on the following keywords to find video backgrounds already optimized to work within PowerPoint: PowerPoint Optimized Video Loops (or search on some variation of these keywords).
7. Do Testing with Free Video Backgrounds Available on the Web
If you currently don’t have any video backgrounds in your library or PowerPoint toolbox, consider searching the web for free PowerPoint video backgrounds that you can use to do some testing in PowerPoint. Try searching on the following keywords: Free Stock Motion for PowerPoint Presentation or other keywords incorporating “Free” “PowerPoint” “Motion” “Loops” (or some variation of these words). You’ll be surprised how many stock footage and video background websites offer sample free clips for you to download and test out in your PowerPoint project.
In conclusion, there are several considerations to take into account when designing a PowerPoint presentation that incorporates video and video backgrounds. The main key to remember is to always make clear communication the number one priority when building your PowerPoint deck – and only use video backgrounds to augment and enhance the effectiveness of your presentation.
Motionkit.com: Free "Fountain Water" HD Stock Footage Clip Added
- Published 09/18/2008
NEW FREE STOCK FOOTAGE CLIP AVAILABLE: "Fountain Water" "Fountain Water" Stock Footage Clip Description CU stock footage shot of blue water moving with ripples from the cascading water falling above. Two out of focus palm leaves are in the foreground. This is a stock footage video clip great as a video background or to use in a custom video project. The stock footage clip is available in HD and SD resolution. INSTANT DOWNLOAD. Cost: FREE "Fountain Water" Stock Footage Specs :05 sec 117.3mb (HD) 24.9mb (SD) QuickTime Photo JPEG Codec HD 1920x1080 SD 720x480 23.98 fps Progressive Scan INSTANT DOWNLOAD (choose resolution to download) Click Here to View "Fountain Water" Stock Footage Clip |
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Stock Footage: 10 Tips for Picking a Great Stock Footage Clip
- By Motionkit.com Team
- Published 09/18/2008
- Stock Footage Tips
- Unrated
There
are more stock footage video clips than ever before but that doesn't
mean there is consistent quality with each stock footage clip you
search for. There is a vast array of options and choices when hunting
for the perfect stock footage clip to use in a video, advertising or
PowerPoint presentation project. Searching for a stock footage clip
that fits the bill in terms of subject matter and quality of execution
can often times be tedious and frustrating. Below is a list of ten tips
for picking a great stock footage clip for your next project.
Stock Audio and Video
- By Motionkit.com Team
- Published 02/5/2008
- Stock Footage Tips
- Unrated
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Video can be a little plain and boring if it's just a talking head or maybe some action with no narration. One way to spice up your videos is to add some stock audio and/or stock video footage. There are lots of sources for audio and video, but I'd caution you to be sure you are getting it from a source where you have permission to use it.
MGFest 08
- By Motionkit.com Team
- Published 01/29/2008
- Industry Events
- Unrated
Chicago Motion Graphics Festival
The premier industry event showcasing creative motion-picture design.How to Save Thousands of Dollars in Television and Feature Film Production
- By Motionkit.com Team
- Published 02/5/2008
- Stock Footage Tips
- Unrated
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The secret that industry insiders leverage to their advantage is knowing how to produce a compelling story without the high costs associated with hiring a production crew and shooting at numerous locations. The trick is to know where to get great content at an affordable price.
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Tips from a San Diego Video Production: Pre-interview Your Subjects
- By Motionkit.com Team
- Published 02/6/2008
- Video Production Tips
- Unrated
One of the best ways to improve your on-camera interviews is by conducting mini-interviews with your subjects before the camera rolls. This was really helpful for a recent San Diego video production.
Make Your Video Look Like Film
- By Motionkit.com Team
- Published 02/6/2008
- Video Production Tips
- Unrated
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Everybody loves the look and aesthetics of film. Video is great for capturing the reality of the moment but what if we wantato create a cinematic look. Over the years I explored different ways to make my videos look more like film - without a big budget.
Duplication & Distribution
- By Motionkit.com Team
- Published 02/5/2008
- Video Production Tips
- Unrated
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A stand-alone video has the advantage of simple distribution. You end up with one file, a video, which can be compressed as small as you like and uploaded to a Web site, saved to a DVD, or left alone on the hard drive uncompressed for optimum playback quality.