What is Animoto?:
Animoto allows you to create animated videos using your own photos, video clips, and music. You choose the style of your video, and Animoto generates a professional looking video tailored to your content, so that no two videos are alike.
Getting Started with Animoto:
To use Animoto, you'll need to make an account. You just need to provide an email address, some basic information, and a password. With the free version of Animoto you create unlimited 30-second videos to share via email and Facebook. You can also upgrade to an AnimotoPlus or Pro account for more video options.
Making a Movie with Animoto:
Animoto generates an animated slideshow with your own pictures and videos. You begin by choosing a style for your video. Animoto has a range to choose from, including styles for holidays and special occasions. These are great for sending as video cards.
Then, choose music for your video from Animoto's music collection. Now you can upload your own pictures and videos from your computer, Facebook, or other picture sharing site like Flickr or Photobucket. You can also add a line of text that will appear at the end of the video. By clicking the 'produce video' button, Animoto will generate a video tailored to your content. It may take a few minutes, but Animoto will send you an email when the video is ready.
Then, choose music for your video from Animoto's music collection. Now you can upload your own pictures and videos from your computer, Facebook, or other picture sharing site like Flickr or Photobucket. You can also add a line of text that will appear at the end of the video. By clicking the 'produce video' button, Animoto will generate a video tailored to your content. It may take a few minutes, but Animoto will send you an email when the video is ready.
Sharing Animoto Videos:
Animoto lets you preview the video on its website, and gives you several options for sharing. You can email the video, share it on Facebook, export it directly to YouTube, or embed it in a blog post for free. For a small fee, you can also upgrade the video to HD, download an .mp4 or ISO to your computer, or have a DVD made and mailed to you.
The Animoto Pro Upgrade:
For $39 a month, you can upgrade to Animoto Pro. Animoto Pro advertises itself as a useful tool for photographers, businesses, and nonprofits, because it's licensed for the creation of commercial videos. You can add an Animoto Pro video to your business' website or social media page, or use it for a business presentation or photography portfolio. Upgrading to Animoto Pro also removes the Animoto logo from the video, so as not to distract from your content. It also provides you with HD quality video and the ability to customize your video with your own brand.
Whether you're a business professional, or just excited about sharing your photos and videos with friends, Animoto is a fun and easy way to animate your content. Check out some examples of Animoto videos made for fun and professional use.
Whether you're a business professional, or just excited about sharing your photos and videos with friends, Animoto is a fun and easy way to animate your content. Check out some examples of Animoto videos made for fun and professional use.
