Technology has opened pathways for businesses to share their messages, grow their brands, and garner more sales faster than ever. One of these methods is through the use of explainer videos, but let’s face it, professional explainer videos are expensive! However, you can create professional videos on a budget using MS PowerPoint 2010.
When you think of PowerPoint, chances are you immediately visualize an endless slide show presentation that most people can barely manage to stay awake through, let alone pay attention. However, PowerPoint is a great way to create clean, polished videos, without using every dime in your budget.
How to Create an Explainer Video with PowerPoint
You already know that PowerPoint allows you to create slideshows, which is essentially what you will need to do to create a video. This program allows you to record voice-overs and narration, add animations, and use transitions to move from one slide to the next. All of these can be timed so that they occur whenever you want them to, so you do not have to manually control them.
You can use the templates that are included in PowerPoint 2010, create your own, or find inexpensive templates on the web to help you create a presentation that has the look and feel you want to convey. Once you have chosen the template that works best with the information you want to include, all you need to do is create a normal presentation.
Creating the Video
It is very simple to turn your completed slideshow presentation into video. Once you have saved your presentation, all you have to do is click on the “File” menu, and select the “Save & Send” option. Once you have selected this, you will then see a drop down menu that includes the “Create a Video” option.
Once you have selected your options, all you have to do is click “Create Video”. The program will now convert your presentation into an MP4 (.mp4) file that you can upload to the internet, promote on your blog or website, send as an email attachment, or burn to a DVD. Once you create a video version of your Powerpoint presentation, anyone who has access to a computer or other media device can view it. It’s a great way to send your message or let people know about your product or service offerings.
PowerPoint Designers
If you think you do not have enough creativity or time to create your own video, there are inexpensive PowerPoint designers available that will create the presentation for you.
It really is that easy to create a professional video with PowerPoint, which you can use to reach more customers and build brand awareness.
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