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Re: So you want to build a reveal video...

Nice post Jessica!

Her post has an undercurrent to it that may not be obvious but you should have a plan for your reveal video (or any video you make, really).

There are two basic approaches you can take when making videos. The first is to take a bunch of random shots of whatever and then stitch together the best of what you have to make a video. (The "family vacation highlights" approach.)

The second is to start with a "script" or even just a basic storyboard and know what shots you will need for the reveal video, then make plans to shoot each scene.

Jessica's post gives some hints as to what those shots might be: autonomous modes working, going over obstacles, etc.

Obviously the person behind the camera has to go with the flow a little bit, as the robot won't always work or they won't always be ready for you when you want that shot. But going in with a plan is way better than just filming "everything" and then having to sift through the footage later looking for that one awesome performance, or worse, realizing you forgot to get a crucial shot.
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