2019 - 08 - 16 - The Importance Of B Roll

When working on a video project it is critical to record some B-Roll. B-roll is background video that can set the scene or help provide context to the content. It can be used in a variety of ways and is usually placed "on top" of the other elements in the video. In a pinch, you can use a still photograph as B-Roll so that when the audio is discussing something the screen can display that relevant photography or other still image. B-roll is useful to provide that context, useful in transitional points, and also useful for when the main video has an issue that needs "covered up" so always remember to get some B-Roll footage especially if you are recording on-site somewhere because it's great to use, fine to not use, and horrible if you need it and forgot to record it.