Cooking Creators Pro Camera + Social Media & Monetization
Everything you need to learn to plan, shoot, edit, post, and earn income with cooking videos using a camera and computer.
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THE EQUIPMENT
- Introduction to the Equipment - 01:02
- Choosing a Camera - 19:49
- Camera Lens Anatomy - 10:20
- The Best Lenses for Cooking Videos - 06:36
- Lens Filters - 03:52
- Camera Support (Tripods, Sliders, and Overhead Rigs) - 14:02
- The Best Microphones for Cooking Videos - 04:30
- Everything to Know About Lights - 12:02
- Which Lights to Buy - 07:04
- External Monitors - 09:42
- Memory Cards - 09:02
- Other Camera Accessories to Consider - 08:43
- What Specs to Look For When Buying a Computer - 08:14
- Kitchen Studio Equipment - 09:04
THE TECHNICAL
- Introduction to The Technical - 04:26
- Resolution & Aspect Ratios - 03:19
- Frame Rates - 05:12
- Exposure - Shutter, Aperture, ISO - 14:22
- White Balance - 05:44
- Codec and Bit Rates and Color - 07:30
- Flat Picture Profiles and Log Shooting - 03:17
- Manual and Auto Focus Modes - 07:07
- Homework - Exposure/ Focus Practice
- BONUS - Sony ZV1 Camera Overview and Setting - 21:11
- BONUS - Sony ZVE10 Camera Overview and Settings
- BONUS -Sony ZVE10 II, ZVE1, & A6700 Camera Overview and Settings
- BONDS -Sony FX30 Camera Overview and Settings
- BONUS - Breakdown on Gear Used to Film this Course Content
- BONUS - How to shoot Auto "Easy Mode" for Cameras
- BONUS - How to Avoid Camera Overheating
Free Downloads:
- Frame Rates - 30, 60, and 120 Frames Per Second (FPS) Examples
PRE-PRODUCTION
- Introduction to Pre-Production - 01:43
- Overview of Three Styles of Cooking Videos - 08:11
- Composition - 07:47
- Camera Angles - 07:30
- Brainstorming Video and Creating a Content Calendar - 10:37
- Understanding Shoot-To-Edit - 03:49
- Talking and Shot Planning - 08:05
- Creating a Shot List (Shot Sequences) - 10:37
- Planning Production Day - 04:53
- Light Kit Setup and Placement - 06:41
- Tripod and Camera Setup - 14:05
- Microphone Setup and Test - 05:53
- BONUS - Home Studio Kitchen Tour
Free Downloads:
- Pre-Production Checklist
- Shot List Template
- Script Template
- Combined Script & Shot List Template
PRODUCTION
- Introduction to Production - 02:21
- Camera Setup Checklist - 04:40
- Preparing and Filming Ingredients - 37:50
- Filming Cooking - 33:17
- Plating the Finished Dish, Food Porn, and Bite Shot - 24:24
- On-Camera Talking - 16:58
- Filming Overhead - 17:05
- Homework - Create a Shot List
- Homework (Easy) - Make & Film Lemonade
- Homework (Intermediate) - Make & Film Instant Ramen
- Homework (Advanced) - Make & Film Your Favorite Recipe
- BONUS - Full BTS of filming a cooking video, from start to finish - 02:25:46
- BONUS - Filming Horizontally and Vertically at the Same Time - 05:31
- BONUS - Food Styling, Plating, and Thumbnail Photography
Multi-Cam Filming - COMING 2025
- Introduction to Multi-Cam Production
- Camera Setup
- Filming Cooking
Free Downloads:
- Production Checklist
- Raw Footage Sample
POST-PRODUCTION
Adobe Premiere Pro CC
- Introduction to Post-Production - 02:07
- Editing Workflow Overview - 08:16
- Copy Memory Cards and Organize Footage - 12:04
- Create Project and Import Footage - 09:22
- String Out Editing - 15:31
- Writing Scripts With Open Loops - 06:38
- Recording and Editing Voice Overs - 14:41
- Sequence B-Roll - 08:30
- Editing Audio & Adding Music - 43:53
- Composition, Exposure, and Color Correction - 22:22
- Adding Text and Animations - 08:49
- Export Final Video - 06:31
- BONUS - My Keyboard Shortcuts
- BONUS - Hard Drives and Storage - 04:23
- BONUS - Full BTS of Editing a Cooking Video with Adobe Premiere Pro, from Start to Finish
- BONUS - YouTube Thumbnail Design and Editing
Free Downloads:
- Adobe Premiere Pro Keyboard Shortcuts
Adobe Premiere Pro Multi-Cam Editing - COMING 2025
Editing with CapCut - COMING 2025
SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGY
- Introduction to Social Media Strategy - 01:38
- Creating a YouTube Channel - 11:03
- Posting to YouTube - 07:57
- Creating an Instagram Account - 03:08
- Posting to Instagram - 06:21
- Creating a TikTok Account - 02:51
- Posting to TikTok - 05:32
- Get More Views -The YouTube Algorithm - 18:44
- YouTube Keyword and Recipe Research - 21:38
- Understanding YouTube Analytics - 01:02:24
- Short Form Vertical Video Formula (to Increase Views) - 09:55
- BONUS - 8 Ways to Repurpose Long Form into Short Form - 09:41
- BONUS - How to Create a Link in Bio
- BONUS - How to Create a Media Kit
MONETIZATION
- Introduction to Monetization - 00:43
- Affiliate Marketing - 07:47
- Monetizing Recipes - 05:00
- Getting on a Brand’s Radar and Pitching to Brands - 11:02
- How Much to Charge - 26:44
- User Generated Content (UGC) - 05:30
- Navigating and Negotiating Brand Deals - 14:19
Free Downloads:
- Influencer Contract Template
- Invoice Template
THE BUSINESS - COMING 2025
- When and How to Go Full-Time
- Business Entities (Sole Proprietor, LLC, or S Corp)
- Business Bank Account and Bookkeeping
- Business Write-Offs and Tax Deductions
- How I Pay Myself, Contractors, and Employees
- Taxes
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Business Insurance
- When to find a Manager
Free Downloads:
- Full-Time Budget Calculator
THE FREELANCER - COMING 2025
- Freelancing Introduction
Pre Production:
- Getting Clients
- Pricing and Budget Negotiation
- Communication and Expectations
- Scripting and Shot List
- Production Scheduling
- Gear Prep and Packing
Production:
- Day of Production Setup
- Client Recipe Shoot Job Shadow
Post Production:
- Importing and Organizing Footage
- Multi-Cam Video and Audio Sync
- Editing Voice to Script
- Adding B-Roll to Voice-Over
- Music, Voice, and Cooking Audio Sound Mixing
- Color Grading
- Exporting
- Video Draft Delivery and Revisions
- Invoicing
Free Downloads:
- Client Contract Template
- Invoice Template
