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Upgrade Your Media with Design Elements
Maybe you’re an expert in media content, maybe you’re a newbie-we made it easy to look like a pro but without the hassle.
What Are Design Elements?
Design elements are considered “extras” placed media curated by you or other sources (like Shift Worship). They have many names like stickers, extras, elements, ect- all depending on where you are editing content.
They are typically symbols, images, or existing text that are designed to add embellishment or style, tailored towards specific needs.
How to Use Elements
Depending on the software, elements can exist on that site (like Shift), or you can upload your own items. For ease of use, we will walk you through the Quick Editor software.
Step 1: Open Quick Editor and choose the media you wish to edit.
Step 2: Head to the ‘Elements’ section (bottom left), and select to open.
Step 3: You will see a section where you have the capability to upload your own ‘My Elements’ (like a logo), or select the ‘All Elements’.
Step 4: Browse and select one or multiple elements that you wish to appear on your media.
Step 5: Adjust and resize the chosen elements.
Step 6: Add text (if you need it), make final adjustments, and click ‘Render’ (bottom right) to download your media!
How to Find Lower-Thirds on Shift Worship
Setting Up Your Lower-Thirds
You asked, and we answered! Lower-thirds are created and released with each new collection on our site! Follow along to see how easy they are to find and use.
Step One: Head to the collections page on Shift Worship.
Step Two: Select the collection you would like to use for your next service.
Step Three: Select and open the collection you want, and scroll down to the transparent text layers section of the page.
Step Four: Download what you need!
What Are Lower-Thirds?
Lower thirds are graphical elements or overlays utilized in videos to showcase information about the content on the screen. They are commonly used to provide additional information, such as a speaker's name, location details, or any other relevant text that complements the video content. Typically, lower thirds can be viewed at the bottom of the video. You can typically see lower thirds in action in television broadcasts, documentaries, news reports, online videos, church services, and various types of video content.
How to Use Lower-Thirds:
Lower thirds typically include text, graphics, or a combination of both, and serve several purposes:
1. Identifying Speakers: It's a great idea to let your congregation know who is speaking, and what their role in the church is. It gives authority towards messages and announcements, and it also gives a great point of reference. For first time guests, this is one of the first impressions they have of the church. It is a great tool to make newcomers feel welcome. It also allows for viewers to establish a stronger connection with the church. It provides them with a name and face that they can find and connect with afterwards.
2. Provide Information: Lower-thirds are a great way to offer information while someone is speaking or singing. It's an opportunity to provide extra details about the conversation happening on screen, without changing the flow and disrupting attention. It also creates space for attention to be grabbed again. For example, a guest may have been unable to engage in the initial conversation, but can easily grasp the content of the conversation by viewing the information on the screen.
3. Transitions: Need to change direction during a service? This is a great way to do this! Lower thirds are a nifty tool that can be used to change the direction of the conversation. It let's attendees know that the message is moving forward, and gives then the tools to follow along.
4. Call to Action: Use lower-thirds to provide instructions you would like your congregation to follow. You can have call to actions such as prayer requests, offering, volunteer opportunities, and small group connections.
Lower thirds can be designed in various styles and can be customized to match the service! They are often created using video editing software, graphic design tools, or specialized lower-third generators. The use of lower-thirds in video production enhances the overall viewing experience by providing context and improving the visual aesthetics of the content.