1. Video Lessons
Anyone who's passionate about videography would appreciate this video gift. Enroll the video maker in your life in a weekend course in travel video, or an online course in animation. If you don't know exactly what kind of video lessons would be appreciated, consider a gift certificate to a video training center.2. FlipShare TV
I love my Flip video camera, and I know lots of other people - from video professionals to home-movie-making parents - who also have and love a Flip. FlipShare TV is a set-top box that lets you show and share your Flip movies on your TV. With this device you can watch stored movies (not just those currently on your camcorder) and create channels to privately share videos with other FlipShare users,3. External Hard Drive
Video producers can never have enough storage space, so an external hard drive is always a great gift. You do need to know a little bit about video to get this gift right. This article goes over the basics of buying an external hard drive, if you've never done it before.
For best results, try to sneak a peak at the type of hard drive that's currently being used. Then, buy something by the same manufacturer with the same type of connection to the computer, and you'll likely have the perfect video gift.
4. Stock Video Footage
A lot of video producers use stock video footage and stock music in their productions. These clips and tracks can be expensive, so a compilation of stock clips or credits to purchase from a stock footage website can make a great video gift.5. Video Headphones
Headphones are a must for video producers, so they make a great gift. These noise canceling headphones block out exterior sounds, so you can hear exactly what's happening in the video.
6. Comfortable Chair
If you're editing video, you're spending a lot of time sitting at your desk. And you'd be grateful to anyone who gave you the gift of a comfy chair to support your back during the hours you spend in front of the video computer!7. Video Editing Keyboard
This video editing keyboard is the perfect video gift for a Final Cut Pro user. By laying out all of the commands, literally at your fingertips, the video editing keyboard greatly increases speed and accuracy during video editing. If you have the money to lay out for this video gift, you'll look like a real hero.8. VideoMaker Magazine
Even though magazines are available online, I still think they make great gifts. And VideoMaker is a great gift for videographers. The articles are helpful for beginners and professionals. I enjoy my issue when it arrives every month; I keep every one and find myself looking back at them for reference. I know it's all on the web, but there's something about the paper edition I enjoy, and I think makes a great gift for video lovers.9. You "Tube" Socks
These novelty socks are just some of the many gifts you can get emblazoned with the YouTube logo. If you're shopping for an online video fan, these are fun and inexpensive gifts.10. Video Gift Certificate
Honestly, though, most video producers want something different. They want new video editing software; they want the latest HD camera; they want a computer upgrade. I can give you information on choosing video editing software; I can tell you what to look for in a video camera; and I can help you out before you buy a video editing computer.
But if you're truly looking for a video gift, the best thing to do is let the video producer choose their own tools. They'll be happiest, and maybe you'll even get a nice video thank you note.
