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Justin Whiting

Learn how to use the GoPro Max from a former member of the GoPro Media Team. This course will teach you how 360 video works and how to use it to make awesome videos.

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Learn how to use the GoPro Max from a former member of the GoPro Media Team. This course will teach you how 360 video works and how to use it to make awesome videos.

You will learn the best settings and modes for every situation. You will also learn how to mount and shoot with a 360 camera and how to edit 360 footage with the GoPro App, GoPro Desktop Viewer and Premiere Pro (with the GoPro Fx Reframe Plugin)

With this course you will fully understand 360 footage and how to use it.

  • Learn the difference between Hero mode and 360 mode.

  • Master the HyperSmooth stabilization, the Smart Capture settings and the horizon leveling.

  • Create incredible time lapses and TimeWarps (hyper lapses) in 360 video or Hero Mode.

  • Set the best professional ProTune settings and Presets.

  • Learn 360 photos and the different photo modes.

  • The best mounts for unique angles and explanation of non-POV filming.

This course will also give you an in depth look at post production for 360 footage.

  • You will learn how to edit a single clip in the GoPro App.

  • Understand how to make a full edit with multiple clips using the GoPro App.

  • Create basic 360 edits with the GoPro Desktop Viewer.

  • Create professional level edits in Adobe Premiere Pro using the GoPro Fx Reframe Plugin.

The course features 3 hours of video with examples from professional productions with top level athletes.

I am an action sports/adventure film maker, the author of the Ultimate guide to GoPro book series and a former employee of GoPro. I worked on the GoPro media team creating some of the incredible commercials, YouTube films and launch videos you have seen. In this course I will teach you how to get the same quality of your camera.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • How to use the gopro max
  • 360 video
  • 360 photo
  • 360 video editing
  • 360 video editing premiere

Syllabus

Introduction

This lecture is an explanation of how 360 video works and the different ways you can use the camera.

Getting Started

This lecture is a quick look at what comes in the box and what all you need to get started.

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The basics of the camera including the different buttons and side panel.

How to use the touch screen and switch between the settings and modes.

A deep dive into the preferences menu so you know how every setting affects your camera.

How to connect your camera to the GoPro App and how to use the App to control the camera.

Video Mode

Explanation of what Hero Mode is and a look at the best Hero Mode settings.

A look at the options for 360 Video Mode.

An explanation of what all the ProTune settings mean, how they will affect the footage and what are my go to settings.

TimeLapse/TimeWarp

How to make a TimeLapse and a TimeWarp as well as the best settings.

Photo Mode

Explanation of the different options for Hero Mode Photos.

Explanation of the different options for 360 Mode Photos.

My best settings for photo ProTune.

Shooting 360 Video

How to think about shooting 360 video.

Tips for mounting the camera flush against the helmet or chest.

Tips for mounting the camera with an extension.

Tips for hand held or static filming.

Editing With The GoPro App

How to preview a clip in the App and export it to your phone.

How to control the camera motion with key frames in the App.

How to make a short edit with multiple clips in the App.

Editing With The GoPro Desktop Viewer

Controlling the camera with key frames and the different options in the GoPro Desktop Viewer App.

Editing in Premiere With GoPro FX Reframe

Exporting equarectangular clips out of the GoPro Viewer to be edited in Premiere.

How to set up your project to match the footage.

How to use the GoPro Fx Reframe Plugin and a quick explanation of how all the controls affect the image.

How to use the keyframes in the GoPro Fx Reframe plugin to edit a clip.

How to speed ramp into slow motion or fast motion while using the Fx Reframe Plugin.

How to export different versions.

Creating VR Videos

This video will teach you how to make VR videos for use on YouTube or with VR goggles.

Final Thoughts

Thank you for taking the course. I hope you enjoyed it!

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Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Appropriate for beginners interested in learning the basics of GoPro Max camera
Covers a good range of topics, from different modes and settings to advanced editing techniques
Includes hands-on components through editing demonstrations and exercises
Taught by an experienced professional with a solid track record in the field
May require additional software or equipment for editing
Focuses specifically on GoPro Max camera, so may not be suitable for those using other camera models

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in The Ultimate Guide To The Gopro Max And 360 Video with these activities:
Review the GoPro manual
Review the GoPro manual to reinforce your understanding of the camera and all the options and capabilities it comes with.
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  • Read through the manual, paying special attention to the sections on camera modes, settings, and editing.
  • Watch the tutorials on the GoPro website or YouTube channel.
Join a GoPro community
Connect with other GoPro users to share tips, tricks, and experiences, ask questions, and get feedback on your work.
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  • Join a GoPro community online or in person.
  • Participate in discussions, ask questions, and share your own experiences.
  • Get feedback on your work from other community members.
Create a short 360 video
Using the skills learned in the course, create a short 360 video that showcases your understanding of the camera and editing techniques.
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  • Plan your video, including the shots you want to capture.
  • Shoot your video, making sure to use a variety of camera modes and shots.
  • Edit your video using the GoPro App or Premiere Pro.
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Create a GoPro highlight reel
Create a highlight reel of your best GoPro footage, showcasing the skills and techniques you have learned in the course.
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  • Select the best GoPro footage you have captured.
  • Edit your footage to create a highlight reel.
  • Share your highlight reel with others.

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