AUDIO
Audio
Webpage Greeting 1
These greetings were created using the Audacity Programme.
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Webpage Greeting 2
These greetings were created using my mobile device along with Wondershare Filmora X programme.
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Reflection on the creation of Audio for my Website
For this section of the assignment, I used my android phone along with Wondershare Filmora X Editing program as well as the Audacity audio application.
First, in using these programs I found that they were both sensitive to noise and so I carried out my voice recordings at night time. This allowed me to record without major disturbances that can affect the quality of the audio during the day, for example; the passing of traffic or noises from animals.
Second, while YouTube provides videos on the processes to add background music to your recording in Audacity, I had to watch more than one video to understand how to add the background music. One video used ‘track, add new’ as the option to add the background music, but this option was not highlighted for me to choose. I then searched for an alternative video which used the ‘import’ option which was highlighted for me to use.
Third, ensure that you use music that is free to copy and redistribute as long as you follow the licensing terms. Equally important is to read the agreement and ensure that you follow the terms.
Initially I was daunted and overwhelmed at the activities and the assignment. I am not a technical person and so I was hesitant to use and try the programs. However, after completing the recordings and conducting more research on how to use Audacity to add the background music, I became more confident.
I like to try new programs by navigating on my own first. I prefer to teach myself as it becomes more memorable for me. However for this process, I found myself doing more reading and so in the future I would read more and read first especially as it relates to technical processes.
Throughout this process, it is best to keep an open mind so that you learn and experience new concepts. I found that it could get extremely frustrating but sometimes trying to complete the work was better taken in steps and when your mind is clear. Additionally, have a script. This will help you know where to edit if you go over the forty second time given for this assignment. It also ensures that you do not stray from the topic being discussed and keeps you on track. Creating audio is not as difficult as it would appear providing you have an understanding of the program being used.
References
Google Photos (2021). What is the best audio codec for online video and live streaming. https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dacast.com%2Fblog%2Fbest-audio-codec%2F&psig=AOvVaw1PlR9Z6wrmsMZt0Z9Bg6vT&ust=1637249250809000&source=images&cd=vfe&ved=0CAsQjRxqFwoTCMiXlfXan_QCFQAAAAAdAAAAABAD
Shernell Gill 2021