Adobe Spark Video

What is it?

Adobe Spark is a design app which includes 3 separate design tools: Spark Video, Spark Post, and Spark Pages. Users have the opportunity to use predesigned templates available on the website or design their own layout. Users can edit videos, record sounds, and add images and background tracks too.

Potential Uses

Spark Video is great for users who are new to video editing as it is very easy to navigate the different features offered on the website. For those who would like to create their own videos but are worried about not having the professional look, the predesigned templates and the free imagines available help to ease the anxiety. Each video can be up to 30 seconds in length so it is great for short How-to videos or explain a concept.

Pros:

• It is free and available on mobile and web
• Simple layout with clear instructions
• A great introduction for users who are new to video editing
• Great selection of video layouts and themes
• Royalty-free images and background tracks available to all users
• Users can link or download their video projects
• Options available to invite people for collaboration

Cons:

• Limitation in video lengths (30 seconds)
• A variety of templates to choose from but they look similar in nature
• Might not be suitable for users who already have some experience creating videos

Technology Requirements

Users need to have internet access to use this software and a microphone if they wish to do voiceover for their videos

1. Create an account with Adobe Spark
2. Click on “Start now for free” and users have the options to log in with their Google or Facebook account too
3. Click on “Videos” and users can scroll down the page to find a selection of videos designed for a variety of purposes (educational to promotional)
4. Once users decide on the purpose of their videos, they can choose from either predesigned templates or design their own
5. Users can start exploring the different layouts, inserting videos or graphs to make their videos more interactive

Tutorials

Excited to create your first video?

Don’t forget to make use of the Checklist after you complete your video.