1. Text (Static & Dynamic)
   - Fonts, styling, formatting
   - Dynamic text generation
   - Text effects and animations

2. Graphics (Raster & Vector)
   - Images (PNG, JPG, GIF)
   - Vector graphics (SVG)
   - Scalability and compression

3. Audio
   - Formats: MP3, WAV, OGG
   - Bitrates and sample rates
   - Audio editing and effects

4. Video
   - Formats: MP4, WebM, AVI
   - Codecs and compression
   - Streaming vs progressive download

5. Animation
   - Frame-based animation
   - Motion graphics
   - Interactive animations

Adobe Creative Suite:
- Photoshop: Image editing and manipulation
- Illustrator: Vector graphics creation
- Premiere: Video editing
- Audition: Audio editing and mixing
- After Effects: Motion graphics

Open Source Alternatives:
- GIMP: Photoshop alternative
- Inkscape: Vector graphics
- Blender: 3D animation
- Kdenlive: Video editing
- Audacity: Audio editing

Web-Based Tools:
- Canva: Design templates
- Pixlr: Online image editor
- Movavi: Easy video editing

✓ At least 10 slides
✓ Mix of text, images, and videos
✓ Custom animations on objects
✓ Navigation buttons
✓ Background music (optional)
✓ Professional design consistency

1. Plan content structure (outline topics)
2. Gather media assets (images, audio, video)
3. Create slides with proper layout
4. Add animations and transitions
5. Set up interactive navigation
6. Test all links and media playback
7. Export to appropriate format
8. Document design decisions

- Layer management
- Selection tools (rectangular, free-form)
- Color adjustment (hue, saturation, brightness)
- Filters and effects
- Text in images
- Resolution and DPI
- Compression for web

1. Create a composite image from 3+ sources
2. Add text overlay with shadow effects
3. Adjust colors to match brand guidelines
4. Remove unwanted background elements
5. Create thumbnail for web (optimized file size)
6. Export in multiple formats (PSD, PNG, JPG)

✓ Logo design (scalable to any size)
✓ Icon pack (at least 6 related icons)
✓ Infographic (data visualization)
✓ Banner design for website
✓ Print materials (business card, letterhead)

- Bezier curves and path editing
- Color palettes and gradients
- Typography in design
- Grid systems and guides
- Export for web and print
- File naming and organization

1. RECORDING PHASE
   - Set up quality microphone
   - Choose appropriate sample rate (44.1kHz or 48kHz)
   - Record test levels
   - Record multiple takes

2. EDITING PHASE
   - Remove background noise
   - Trim silence from beginning/end
   - Fix audio levels (normalization)
   - Remove clicks and pops

3. EFFECT PHASE
   - Add fade in/out
   - EQ for clarity
   - Compression for consistency
   - Reverb if needed

4. MIXING PHASE
   - Balance multiple tracks
   - Pan effects (if stereo)
   - Master gain adjustment
   - Final loudness level

5. EXPORT
   - MP3 for web (128 kbps acceptable)
   - WAV for archival (lossless)
   - Format: Mono or Stereo?

1. PLANNING
   - Script/storyboard
   - Shot list
   - Equipment needs
   - Timeline/schedule

2. PRODUCTION
   - Shoot with proper lighting
   - Use stable footage (tripod)
   - Capture good audio
   - Get B-roll for editing flexibility

3. EDITING
   - Import and organize clips
   - Cut unwanted sections
   - Arrange clips in sequence
   - Add transitions between clips
   - Color correction for consistency
   - Sound mixing
   - Add titles and graphics
   - Export in appropriate format

Video Format:
- Resolution: 1920x1080p (HD standard)
- Frame rate: 24/30fps (cinema/web)
- Codec: H.264 (web), ProRes (editing)
- Bitrate: 5-10 Mbps for web video

Audio in Video:
- Sample rate: 48kHz (standard)
- Bit depth: 16-bit minimum
- Channels: Stereo
- Dialogue: -18dBFS
- Music: -12dBFS
- Sound effects: -6dBFS

Project Folder/
├── 01_Raw Assets/
│   ├── Images/
│   ├── Audio/
│   └── Video/
├── 02_Edited Assets/
│   ├── Images_Final/
│   ├── Audio_Final/
│   └── Video_Final/
├── 03_Design Files/
│   ├── PSD files
│   ├── AI/SVG files
│   └── Project files
├── 04_Output/
│   └── Final deliverables
└── README.txt (project notes)

Good:
- 2024-01-Portfolio-HeaderImage-v2.psd
- Logo-Main-MonoColor.ai
- IntroVideo-30sec-v3.mp4

Bad (avoid):
- image1, image2
- final_final.psd
- video_new_version.mp4

✓ Correct resolution for intended use
✓ Proper color mode (RGB for web, CMYK for print)
✓ Compressed appropriately (not too much quality loss)
✓ Free of artifacts or compression visible at 100%
✓ Proper white balance (if photos)
✓ Clear focus (if photos)
✓ Consistent style with project branding

✓ No background noise or hum
✓ Clear voice/instrument clarity
✓ Consistent volume levels
✓ No clipping or distortion
✓ Appropriate file format
✓ Metadata included (title, author, copyright)

✓ Stable footage (minimal camera shake)
✓ Proper focus throughout
✓ Good lighting (not too dark or blown out)
✓ Consistent audio levels
✓ Audio synced with video
✓ Smooth transitions
✓ Professional color correction
✓ Proper aspect ratio for intended platform

Solution:
- Reduce resolution if not needed
- Increase compression settings
- Use appropriate codecs (H.264 vs Pro Res)
- Remove unnecessary tracks

Solution:
- Use sync marks (clapper board)
- Correct timing in editor
- Re-render final export

Solution:
- Use color correction tools
- Match lighting in post-production
- Use LUT (Look-Up Table) for consistency
- White balance correction

1. Web Development
   - Designing website graphics
   - Creating animations
   - Video backgrounds
   - Interactive elements

2. Marketing & Advertising
   - Social media content
   - Video marketing
   - Email campaigns
   - Promotional videos

3. Entertainment
   - Film/TV production
   - Game development
   - Animation studios
   - Music production

4. Education
   - E-learning platforms
   - Educational videos
   - Interactive tutorials
   - Presentation design

5. Corporate
   - Training videos
   - Conference presentations
   - Company branding
   - Product demos

WEB IMAGES:
- PNG: Graphics, logos (lossless)
- JPG: Photos, high quality (lossy)
- WebP: Modern format, smaller file size
- SVG: Scalable vector graphics

PRINT IMAGES:
- TIFF: High quality, uncompressed
- PDF: Vector format, portable
- EPS: Vector, print-safe

WEB VIDEO:
- MP4: Most compatible browser support
- WebM: Open format
- OGG: Alternative format

AUDIO (WEB):
- MP3: Universal compatibility
- OGG: Open format
- WAV: Uncompressed (large files)

Entry level:     $25,000 - $35,000
Mid-level:       $45,000 - $65,000
Senior/Lead:     $75,000 - $120,000+