Question 1

Can I make a music video with my phone?

Hugh McIntyre · Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely! The answer to this question would have been the exact opposite just a few years ago, but technology advances so quickly, things have changed. Cell phones have come a long, long way, and the same can be said for the apps and programs featured on them (and on your computer). There are plenty of examples of independent musicians and even chart-topping stars–such as Lady Gaga, whose “Stupid Love” treatment was shot entirely on iPhones–who have relied on nothing but the phone in their pocket to create great art.

Before you jump right into making a music video, you should still take the time to do research, learn, and study what others have done. In fact, filming a music video on a phone doesn’t change much of what is outlined in this article, other than perhaps hiring an experienced camera person or renting certain equipment. There are plenty of resources out there for those looking to use their iPhone or Android to shoot a visual, and it’s worth diving in and seeing what’s the same and what’s different.

Question 2

What do you need for a music video?

Hugh McIntyre · Accepted Answer

There are different ways of approaching this question, so let’s quickly highlight two of them.
First, let’s list some of the intangible things that are required:

An idea
A song
Vision
Patience
The willingness to learn
Ambition
Persistence

Now to consider the more concrete things needed to film a music video. That list could go on forever, but here are some of the basics and the most important items:

A camera
Lighting equipment
A location
Transportation
A tripod
Extra batteries
External storage for digital files
Makeup
Outfits/costumes
Props
Actors
Camera people
Post-production professionals

Question 3

What app makes music videos?

Hugh McIntyre · Accepted Answer

Filming a music video on a phone is one thing, but doing everything related to finishing a visual on a mobile device might not be the best option. Since music videos require a lot of editing of large video files, it’s best to do all that work on a laptop or desktop computer. These pieces of equipment are built to process massive files and data-intensive programs, whereas many phones are not.
The best apps–or programs–for making music videos would have to be Adobe’s suite of options. Video editing offerings like Premiere Pro and Premiere Rush are used by countless creatives in all fields, especially those finishing music videos on a budget. There are other programs out there worth exploring for those who have a lot of experience with this task, but for those just getting started, it’s easiest to begin with the most commonly-used programs.

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