GoodBye Windows Movie Maker…Hello Camtasia!!

Posted on 10. May, 2010 by Krista Abbott in Blogging, Business Tools, Marketing, Social Media, Spiritual, Techie Stuff, Video Sharing Sites

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Enjoying The Next Level of Video Marketing

As most experienced internet marketers know, there are a multitude of marketing techniques that can be leveraged to drive traffic to your website and generate leads to your on-line business.  While I do use a variety of techniques in my business, I admit video marketing is one of my favorites.

Let’s face it.  We are a media driven society.  And, in a media driven society, video stands out.  For the first several months of using video marketing in my business, I used the same software a large majority of my colleagues use and recommend, Windows Move Maker (WMM).  This is actually a great FREE software application that comes standard with most PCs today and for the price (free) puts out a pretty decent quality video.  In fact all of my video posts prior to this one were created on WMM.

Recently, however, while trying to step up the quality of the video production for a very special project I was working on for a friend, I decided to give Camtasia a try.  And boy am I glad I did!!!

Since, video editing concepts are similar regardless of the software you are using, I didn’t anticipate a huge learning curve, but I was surprised at exactly how easy it was.  After a quick five minute tour around the navigational buttons I was off to a great start.  I found Camtasia very user friendly and the quality was way better than what I’ve ever gotten from WMM.  For the most part, I found the transition from Windows Movie Maker to Camtasia to be relatively seamless.

And…since I’ve gotten my feet wet with Camtasia, I have to say I will find it hard to go back to WMM, although I’m sure I will pay WMM a visit every now and again when I need a quick edit or two.

For now though, I will have to say goodbye Windows Movie Maker…hello Camtasia!!!

So…here it is…my FIRST Camtasia project.  The friend I completed the project for was very happy with the outcome, as was I.

Check it out…

Disclaimer:  This Video May Contain Spiritually Nourishing Content!!  :-)

So what do you think?

What are some of your favorite marketing techniques?

Do you have a favorite video editing software that you enjoy using?

Leave some comments below and share with the community here your thoughts on video marketing, WMM, and/or Camtasia?

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44 Responses to “GoodBye Windows Movie Maker…Hello Camtasia!!”

  1. Val Wilcox

    11. May, 2010

    Wow Krista,
    You brought restoration to me today!
    Love the music and the pictures you shared with us. :)

    When I venture into video, I’ll definitely check Camtasia out.

    Thanks for sharing from your heart,
    Val :)
    .-= Val Wilcox´s last blog ..Along The Path of Self Discovery… =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 11th, 2010 at 7:50 pm

    Val,
    Great to see you again my friend. We must talk again soon! I am glad that you found the video and the contents “restoring” today!! That’s what it all about! Hope to see YOU on vids very soon, you have great value to share and offer, would love to see the authentic you blasted all over the internet!! :-)

  2. Eiji Morishita

    11. May, 2010

    Wow! Great video Krista!

    Camtasia by Techsmith is a fantastic product. They also create Jing which records videos up to 5 mins which is perfect for social media. They have a free version and the pro is only $15 for the year.

    In my recent blog post in avoiding burnout I cover nourishing your spirit.

    Thank you! Looking forward to your upcoming videos!

    God bless,

    Eiji
    .-= Eiji Morishita´s last blog ..Avoid Burnout Easily =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 11th, 2010 at 7:52 pm

    @Eiji Morishita,

    Elji,
    Thank you for your comments! I have used both Jing and Cam Studio for some stuff in the past, and really found them to be great tools.

    I must admit though that this full version of Camtasia is rockin’ and I am really enjoying all the “bling” effects it offers in production!

  3. Gavin Mountford

    11. May, 2010

    Excellent Krista, I’ve been using Camtasia for several years now and your video is much better than mine :-) I just mainly use it to record the screen and not to do any slideshows.

    It’s a fantastic bit of kit.

    Goodbye Movie Maker! Welcome to the world of camtasia! I’m looking forward to some how to videos :-)
    .-= Gavin Mountford´s last blog ..(Module 1) How to Join The Networking Superstars & TSA Tribe – Tutorial =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 11th, 2010 at 7:47 pm

    Gavin,
    Thank you for your compliments my friend! I am really enjoying playing around with all the features. I will likely have a bit of fun with it for a while. Great stuff! :-)

  4. Bill Cowan

    11. May, 2010

    I just upgraded to the latest version. LOVE it!
    .-= Bill Cowan´s last blog ..Climbing Michi’s Ladder =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 11th, 2010 at 7:45 pm

    Hey Bill,
    Yeah – it’s fantastic. Glad I was introduced to it when I was. Awesome stuff!

  5. Glyna Humm

    11. May, 2010

    “You bring restoration” – love the song. I think I will be humming that one all day:) Great job on editing – I am so new at this any tips are great ones. I thought your videos looked great before – can’t wait to see what you bring with Camtasia!
    .-= Glyna Humm´s last blog ..Why are you REALLY Blogging? =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 11th, 2010 at 9:30 pm

    @Glyna Humm, Thanks Glyna! I love that song too…only recently found it (when I was getting the material together for this video promotional). I appreciate your comments on my prior videos. I enjoy video marketing so much…I always have fun working on them – both in the creation and production process. I am eager to do more with Camtasia!

  6. Michelle Shutter

    11. May, 2010

    Windows Movie Maker was a big headache for me especially when I wanted to import photos. I use Camtasia and now that it has spoiled me, I won’t go back. Camtasia has so many features from screen-record to simple editing with music, call-outs, transitions, picture in picture and more. My last blog post has a video done with Camtasia too!

    Thanks Krista!
    Michelle
    .-= Michelle Shutter´s last blog ..How To Create a Subdomain =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:29 pm

    @Michelle Shutter,
    Michelle,
    Thanks! I’ve seen some of your vids and they Rock. Can tell you use great software…glad to know you are another Camtasia fan! :-)

  7. Teresa Ivory

    12. May, 2010

    I’ve heard so much about Camtasia that I have wondered whether I should get it. Nice to hear from someone I trust that it’s as good as everyone says it is! Thanks for the review. And you video looks great!
    .-= Teresa Ivory´s last blog ..Searching for Success Stories =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:28 pm

    @Teresa Ivory,

    Teresa,
    Thanks so much. I appreciate your kind words. I definitely recommend Camtasia. Let me know when you post your first cam vid. :-)

  8. Clifton Hatfield

    12. May, 2010

    Nice article Krista. Camtasia is most definitely an essential tool for every internet marketer. It’s ease of use, quality, and production option make it a software anyone can use or quickly learn. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and letting everyone know how great Camtasia is.as a marketer’s sidekick.
    .-= Clifton Hatfield´s last blog ..Wordpress Blog Search Engine Optimization =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:27 pm

    @Clifton Hatfield,

    Clifton,
    Great words from a technical expert like yourself. Appreciate your feedback and all you do for our community. You are a pioneer in the blogging world!

  9. Beth Allen

    12. May, 2010

    Beautiful job on the video ~ really, your first?! Wow, Krista, I’m impressed!

    I have not used any video editing software yet, but have heard so much buzz about Camtasia lately that I’ve decided it will be my bday gift to myself this month! :)

    I’m curious, where do you get all the images for the slideshow? Thanks, and really well done!
    .-= Beth Allen´s last blog ..Who Is Really In Charge of Your Health? =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:26 pm

    @Beth Allen,
    Beth,
    Happy Birthday!!! And – yes, what a fabulous gift to give yourself. Hit me up on Skype and I will share my secret image vault with you. ;-)

  10. Mary Lou Kayser

    12. May, 2010

    Hi Krista,
    First, I LOVE the song. It is gorgeous! So neat to discover new music. Thanks!
    As far as Camtasia goes, wow. I am really impressed with what you created. I definitely need to get this platform. I have not liked the limitations of Windows Movie Maker. Not that it’s bad…just limited.
    Glad to know the learning curve isn’t high with Camtasia. Looking forward to seeing what it’s all about!
    Best, Mary Lou
    .-= Mary Lou Kayser´s last blog ..How to Be an Online Hall-of-Famer (It’s Easier than You Think…) =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:24 pm

    Mary Lou,
    Glad you enjoyed it – very warming melody isn’t it. I just love that song. Now – Camtasia will be a blast for you. If you can rock WMM, then you can easily move into Camtasia. I look forward to seeing what you do with it. Let’s keep sharing!
    Krista

  11. Robin Lynn Brooks

    12. May, 2010

    oh boy! Now I am going to have to go get ME some camtasia bling! Sounds too cool! Thanks Krista, you always share the greatest stuff!
    .-= Robin Lynn Brooks´s last blog ..Listen for that Real Connection in Relationship Building =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:23 pm

    Robin,
    hahaha Camtasia bling is da bomb!! Whatcha waitin’ for?

  12. Nelson

    12. May, 2010

    I like Krista. I’m on a 30 free trial right now and I have to make the move soon. Haven’t used it yet but I’m gonna. You did one heck of a job. Just super.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:22 pm

    Nelson,
    Thanks my friend. I appreciate the kudos. You Rock…can’t wait to see your vids.

  13. Edward

    13. May, 2010

    Hey Krista,

    Great post. I agree that video is the best way for marketing online these days. I have started doing videos recently and up until know have not done any editing with them. The raw last cut always gets to be posted. I have started using Camtasia this past weekend for some how-to-videos on tribe syndication and had a great experience. I look forward to using it more in the future as I expand my use of video marketing. Thanks again for all that you share.

    Make it a great day!
    God Bless,
    -ed

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:22 pm

    Edward,
    Well you are the syndication king, no doubt about that. I look forward to seeing your Camtasia output in the TSA group. :-) Appreciate you!

  14. Debby Beachy

    13. May, 2010

    Krista
    You really did a good job with this video! I just love the message as well! I have camtasia I should give it a try too!
    Debby Beachy
    .-= Debby Beachy´s last blog ..My Super Anti-Sugar Hero Fix, Organic Stevia Is Here To Save The Day! =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:20 pm

    Hey Debby,
    Thank you my friend. And – yes please do. I delayed trying it for a while, just because WMM was easy and quick. But, now I’m very glad I gave it a try. Can’t wait to play with it again!

  15. Paul Klaszus

    13. May, 2010

    mmm… I was going to assess the video..

    But I was a little overwhelmed with some insane nourishment.

    I’ll have to critique Camtasia some other time…

    thanks for increasing my value!!!
    .-= Paul Klaszus´s last blog ..Memory Loss from Stress? =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:19 pm

    Hey Paul,
    LOL. Glad you found something of value in the content…even if it had nothing to do with Camtasia. Appreciate the comments and the FB share. You Rock!

  16. Nick Logan

    14. May, 2010

    Great Work Krista. Love the disclaimer…lol

    Great Tip on the Camtasia. I recommend Movie Maker if you have nothing else. Just get started with your content. The message is the most important part, but as you evolve Camtasia rocks…

    When are you going to evolve to the MAC? :) :) :)

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:18 pm

    Nick,
    LOL. There you go with that Mac stuff again! hahaha.
    Thanks for the comps. I agree, WMM is a great tool. I will still use it when I need to get something up on the fly…it’s a lot faster than camtasia. But I am totally diggin’ the quality perks that come with the real deal. :-)

  17. Darlene Davis

    15. May, 2010

    Krista, That was a beautiful video that touched my heart. With your recommendation I’ll have to check out Camtasia. The quality was professional and top notch.

    I love your blog, my friend. Each time I visit there is new, valuable information you share. It is a treasure to be part of your team!
    .-= Darlene Davis´s last blog ..You Were My Legs =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 15th, 2010 at 10:16 pm

    Darlene,
    Thank you so much! Appreciate your kind words. You encourage and inspire all you come in contact with.

  18. Linda G. Cox

    16. May, 2010

    WOW! Like you, I want video marketing to be my primary platform~ unlike you, I’m spread too thin! You’re doing so well! When I have caught up with learning in some other areas, I’ll come back here and do the free trial~
    Todd Reinhardt shared with me WMM 2.6 being their best verson and it is nice, but watching your movie… wow! I’ll share with him this post! I’m can’t wait to give it a try!
    Thank you!!
    .-= Linda G. Cox´s last blog ..Walking Update: April 22, 2010 =-.

    Krista Abbott Reply:
    May 17th, 2010 at 1:02 am

    LOL. Oh Linda…I am spread thin believe me!!! I just put on a good game face and keep juggling all my activities around. WMM is a great tool…I will continue to use it when I’m in need of a quick video post. I am just having way too much fun with Camtasia though. :-)

  19. Stew Shaw

    18. May, 2010

    Hi Krista. What a nice application of the Powerpoint to Camtasia screen capture platform. I just started as a new user of those a few days ago too. Love it. Now to find some nice musak!
    .-= Stew Shaw´s last blog ..People Who Need People =-.

  20. Sharon Hartman

    18. May, 2010

    Hey Krista,

    All I have to say is…
    … AWESOME!!!
    Love the music AND the pic’s! I use WMM and I’ll have to venture into Camtasia!

    What a healing post!
    Love it!

    Sharon
    .-= Sharon Hartman ´s last blog ..Hold On To Your Dreams… =-.

  21. Sharon Hartman

    18. May, 2010

    Hey Krista,

    All I have to say is…
    AWESOME!!!

    Love the video and the Pic’s! I’ll have to venture over to camtasia soon!

    What a healing post! thanks for sharing :)

    Sharon
    .-= Sharon Hartman ´s last blog ..Hold On To Your Dreams… =-.

  22. Bill Hartman

    26. May, 2010

    Krista,

    You give some good information here. Glad I don’t use Movie Maker. Oh wait thats PC LOL I use my Mac and IMovie and love it.

    Bill :-)

  23. Tone Floreal

    29. May, 2010

    My Heart is Pulsing with Love! Wonderful and Uplifting Video, Krista.

    You’re a Pro with that Camtasia! Magnificent!

    See you soon in Florida… :)
    .-= Tone Floreal´s last blog ..I.D. please, in DC =-.

  24. George

    16. Jun, 2010

    I use Camstasia for all my video training and tutorials.
    simple and very effective.

    I enjoy its capability of “screen capturing” which is very important in video tutorials.

  25. Kathy Jodrey

    16. Jun, 2010

    What a phenomenal job you’ve done on this video Krista. Wow, you are a woman of many talents! Love the message, the music, the beautiful images, and the way you put it all together.

    Believe it or not, I have Camtasia but have been using WMM to edit my videos. I’ve been using Camtasia exclusively for screen capture videos…..well that’s about to change :-)

    Thanks for your review here. Now I can’t wait to make another video!

  26. Don Enck

    28. Sep, 2010

    Krista,
    Great job on the video project for the church. It was very inspirational and well done.

    I’m currently using iMovie for the movies I am using on my blog and for marketing. I love how it works but I’m noticing that as I grow and the things I still want to do with my videos are beyond the scope of this program. I have been thinking about Camtasia as the next piece of the puzzle. Thanks for showing me what it can do.

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