🌱Use High-Quality Videos and Images

In online learning, visuals aren’t just decoration—they’re a core part of the content. Blurry videos and pixelated images can make even the best material feel unprofessional and frustrating.

You don’t need a high-end camera or expensive editing software to create polished content. With a few simple adjustments, you can enhance your video and image quality without breaking the bank. Here’s how to make your content look professional with minimal effort.

Check the Standards & Requirements

Before you start shooting, make sure your content meets platform guidelines. These standards define key requirements for video resolution, audio clarity, and thumbnail design, ensuring a consistent, high-quality learning experience for all users. Taking the time to review these guidelines upfront will save you from unnecessary revisions and ensure your course is platform-ready from the start.

Shoot in High Resolution

Clear visuals help keep students focused and engaged. Blurry or overly compressed videos can appear unprofessional, especially when learners pause, zoom in, or watch on larger screens. Whenever possible, aim for 1080p (Full HD)—the highest resolution supported by the platform—for crisp, high-quality visuals. Most modern smartphones can record in Full HD, making it easy to achieve professional-looking results.

To ensure the best video quality:

• Clean your camera lens before recording for a sharper image.

• Keep your camera steady—use a tripod, a stack of books, or lean your phone against a stable surface.

• Follow the correct aspect ratio—all videos on AnyCampus must be in 16:9 format to fit the platform’s player properly.

Good Lighting Makes a Difference

Lighting is often more important than the camera itself. Poor lighting can make even high-resolution footage look dull or grainy.

If you don’t have professional lights, try these simple fixes:

• Use natural light—sit near a window, but avoid direct sunlight to prevent harsh shadows.

• Soften indoor lighting—a desk lamp with a white paper cover can diffuse harsh light.

• Avoid backlighting—keep the main light source in front of you, not behind.

Use a Plain Background

A cluttered or distracting background can take attention away from your content. Keep it simple:

• A plain wall works well and looks professional.

• Virtual backgrounds are fine, but avoid overly busy or artificial-looking ones.

• If filming at home, tidy up your space or use a curtain to create a neutral backdrop.

Use Crisp, Clear Images

Low-quality images can make your content look unpolished. Avoid blurry or stretched images, especially if they contain diagrams, charts, or text.

Best practices for clear visuals:

• Use high-resolution PNGs or JPEGs from reputable sources.

• If creating graphics, export them at 1920x1080 pixels or higher for a clean look.

• Avoid resizing small images—this causes pixelation. Instead, use a larger version.

Keep Text Legible

Your audience may be watching on a phone, tablet, or laptop, so text must be easy to read.

Tips for adding text and slides:

• Use at least 24pt font size for captions and slide text.

• Ensure high contrast between text and background (e.g., dark text on a light background).

• Stick to simple, clear fonts—avoid decorative or cursive fonts that are hard to read.

Pay Attention to Audio Quality

Bad audio can ruin even the best visuals. If your voice is muffled, echoey, or drowned out by background noise, learners will struggle to stay engaged.

Improve your audio with these simple steps:

• Use an external microphone—even a basic clip-on mic is better than your laptop’s built-in mic.

• Minimize background noise—record in a quiet room and turn off noisy appliances like fans or air conditioning.

• Speak clearly and at a steady pace—imagine you’re explaining the content to a friend.

Reduce echo—if the room sounds echoey, add soft materials like pillows or curtains to absorb sound.