Request for comments, video instructions, 120 rods
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Hello all, (and happy 1st of Advent 2023)
Backstory:
I'm in the process of creating 13 detailed video instructions for a line of sets called "Compact Masterbox" with 120 rods. They come in 10 colour variations but are identical.
I have to create detailed step-by-step print and video instructions for 13 models I've created for the set.
We already have a booklet included in the set but because of size constraints I've made very basic instructions that assume the builder is capable of building, ie. not a novice.
But in case someone has difficulty, we've included a QR code for each model that will bring you to more detailed help: step-by-step instructions for printing and also video.
I've established a graphical style that lets me create the PDF for print as well as video, from the same assets.
So I'm not asking much for comments about the style, what I'm interested in is the timing.
The flow of the video is presentation, step-by-step, and reward.
You pause the video for each step, which also shows you how many pieces you need for that step.
I originally made the timing 'window' for each pause double the lenght you see now, but my colleagues thought is was too slow and boring to watch.
I sped it up to accomodate them, but still, it's not a video to watch for entertainment, that's not the main scope of the sequence.
These are the two models I've done so far, importantly they can also be built with the short Geomag rods
So, my question: How do these feel? Too fast? Too slow? Confusing? Easy to follow?
It takes some time to create each sequence (I do all the work from scratch), so I'd like to share and hear some (hopefully positive) feedback before I go on with the remaining 11 other models.
I hope some of you will find the time to sit down and have a go and hopefully enjoy yourself.
Peter
Video 1, Link: https://vimeo.com/887321635/f1a4e07dae
Video 2, Link: https://vimeo.com/889120641/bb37d3c75d
All the models to eventually be done (The QR codes are still unassigned)
Backstory:
I'm in the process of creating 13 detailed video instructions for a line of sets called "Compact Masterbox" with 120 rods. They come in 10 colour variations but are identical.
I have to create detailed step-by-step print and video instructions for 13 models I've created for the set.
We already have a booklet included in the set but because of size constraints I've made very basic instructions that assume the builder is capable of building, ie. not a novice.
But in case someone has difficulty, we've included a QR code for each model that will bring you to more detailed help: step-by-step instructions for printing and also video.
I've established a graphical style that lets me create the PDF for print as well as video, from the same assets.
So I'm not asking much for comments about the style, what I'm interested in is the timing.
The flow of the video is presentation, step-by-step, and reward.
You pause the video for each step, which also shows you how many pieces you need for that step.
I originally made the timing 'window' for each pause double the lenght you see now, but my colleagues thought is was too slow and boring to watch.
I sped it up to accomodate them, but still, it's not a video to watch for entertainment, that's not the main scope of the sequence.
These are the two models I've done so far, importantly they can also be built with the short Geomag rods
So, my question: How do these feel? Too fast? Too slow? Confusing? Easy to follow?
It takes some time to create each sequence (I do all the work from scratch), so I'd like to share and hear some (hopefully positive) feedback before I go on with the remaining 11 other models.
I hope some of you will find the time to sit down and have a go and hopefully enjoy yourself.
Peter
Video 1, Link: https://vimeo.com/887321635/f1a4e07dae
Video 2, Link: https://vimeo.com/889120641/bb37d3c75d
All the models to eventually be done (The QR codes are still unassigned)