Closed Captions Training # 1:  Amazon Video Direct Requires CC Files

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Closed Captions Training #1 is an informative show that teaches viewers the importance of closed captioning for video content. The episode focuses specifically on Amazon Video Direct, which requires that all video files have closed captioning available. The host of the show is Rosa Suen, the founder of Secrets to Success with Rosa LLC. She presents the information in a clear and concise manner, making it easy for viewers to understand why closed captioning is essential for video content on Amazon Video Direct.

The episode begins with an introduction to the topic of closed captioning, explaining what it is and why it's necessary. Rosa emphasizes the fact that closed captioning is not just important for the deaf and hard of hearing, but also for anyone watching a video in a noisy environment or in a quiet space that prevent them from hearing the audio clearly.

Rosa goes on to talk about Amazon Video Direct and their requirements for closed captioning. She discusses the consequences of not having closed captions on a video file, which can result in a video being rejected by Amazon Video Direct or receiving lower visibility.

To illustrate her point, Rosa provides examples of videos without closed captions and explains how they affect the viewing experience. She also highlights the benefits of having closed captions, such as improved accessibility and a better user experience.

Throughout the episode, Rosa also provides helpful tips and tricks for creating closed captions. She explains the difference between open and closed captions, as well as the importance of using proper punctuation and capitalization for captions.

Rosa uses her own video content as an example to demonstrate how to create closed captions using Amazon Video Direct's platform. She takes viewers through the steps of uploading a video file and creating captions, making it easy for viewers to follow along.

Overall, Closed Captions Training #1 is an informative and educational show that provides valuable information for anyone looking to create video content for Amazon Video Direct. Rosa's clear and concise explanations make the information easy to understand, while her helpful tips and tricks provide practical advice for closed captioning video content.

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Combine Free Tool 1 & Free Tool 2 to do the Final Closed Caption File
11. Combine Free Tool 1 & Free Tool 2 to do the Final Closed Caption File
 
Here, I took a Closed Caption File from the You tube. As you know, the CC files in You tube are incorrect. You can use the Subtitle Software to make the corrections. It's very easy and it's FUN!
Free Tool 2 Doing Closed Caption Files:  Use Free Subtitle Software
10. Free Tool 2 Doing Closed Caption Files: Use Free Subtitle Software
 
Subtitle Software is a free open source software. Download the software and create your own Closed Caption Files.
Free Tool 1 Doing CC Files:  Use You Tube Platform
9. Free Tool 1 Doing CC Files: Use You Tube Platform
 
You can use the You Tube platform to do CC Files. it is not perfect but you can make use of the platform to get the draft CC file and correct it yourself. I have another course that shows you exactly how to do perfect CC using the You Tube platform. For this course, it is good enough that you know that the you tube is a platform you can do your CC files.
Paid Services to do Closed Captions
8. Paid Services to do Closed Captions
 
There are a number of Closed Captions Providers. You can choose to use their services instead of doing them yourself.
Amazon Video Direct Platform & Dashboard
7. Amazon Video Direct Platform & Dashboard
 
We will go inside the Amazon Video Direct Platform to see how our products look after Amazon approves them. Note that all videos have the CC tab there. You need to upload 2 files - one is Mezzanine file and the other one is the Closed Caption Files. Make sure you don't do open caption videos!
A live example of Closed Captions with Brackets put in
6. A live example of Closed Captions with Brackets put in
 
Look at this example of how closed captions are put in with brackets.
What is the difference between Open Captions and Closed Captions?
5. What is the difference between Open Captions and Closed Captions?
 
Amazon Video Direct does not want Open Caption Files. Know what Open captions are so you don't make this mistake.
Closed Captions: Use Brackets to Include Non-spoken words
4. Closed Captions: Use Brackets to Include Non-spoken words
 
Closed Captions include everything that you hear in the video. You need to include all descriptions with brackets around them.
Transcripts of Subtitles vs Transcripts of Closed Captions
3. Transcripts of Subtitles vs Transcripts of Closed Captions
 
Closed Captions include all the sounds that are in the Video.
What is the Difference Between Closed Captions and Subtitles
2. What is the Difference Between Closed Captions and Subtitles
 
Know the difference between Closed Captions and Subtitles. If your video is straight talking, then subtitles will do. But if your videos have other sound elements, be sure to put in all that is required for 'Closed Captions'.
Introduction:  Why you need to do Closed Caption Files Correctly Right at the beginning!
1. Introduction: Why you need to do Closed Caption Files Correctly Right at the beginning!
 
This is the introduction of the course. If you don't do CC files correctly, you are going to get all these publishing errors. It will be a waste of time for you to correct each one. Save yourself time by learning what closed captions are and how to do them right at the very beginning. Don't waste time correcting your mistakes! Do them right at the beginning!
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