How To Break Through A Blank Page With Grids And Thumbnails

Within this edit, Susan Yeates addresses the common challenge of facing a blank page in a sketchbook. The editing is crafted to support a clear, instructional and approachable viewing experience, further promoting Susan’s upcoming online course “Tiny Moments”. The video alternates between direct-to-camera shots of Susan speaking and overhead or close-up shots of her sketchbook, as she demonstrates grids and thumbnail sketches. These cutaways allow viewers to see her hand movements and the details of her process, making the techniques easy to follow and give a sneak peek into the brand new online course. This edit was successfully created using a relaxed, inspiring and fun tone to spark creativity amoungst Susan’s viewers.

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  • Storytelling through structured content editing

  • Multi-location footage integration

  • Clip overlays

  • Clean audio editing and noise reduction

  • Video quality enhancement and noise reduction

  • Background music selection and animation sound effects

  • Moving animations

  • Colour grading

  • Subtitles creating and syncing

  • Transition effects for a seamless flow

  • Custom Animated 10 second Intro

  • Export optimization for YouTube

  • Branding incorporation (logos, colours, fonts)

  • Title card and end screen

  • Custom text overlays

  • Advertisement for requested products