User Guide for Studio24 Content Creator

Simple instructions for a powerful tool.

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n TABLE OF CONTENTS

Uploading Video ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

Uploading Images ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 4

Create a New Image ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Using the SlideStudio Editor ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Editor Options ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Formatting Lines and Shapes ................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Formatting Text ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 9

Formatting images ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Tips .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Contact Us ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

n OVERVIEWWith our easy-to-use Studio24 Content Creator, you can upload video, upload images, or create your own new slides in SlideStudio. On the next pages we’ll walk you through the simple process of creating your own digital images.

Remember, if you have any questions or need assistance, we are only a phone call away. Call your Works24 Associate toll-free at 800.460.4653 or send us an e-mail – whatever is easiest for you.

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n UPLOADING VIDEOIt’s easy to upload your own video. Studio24 accepts the following video formats:

• MPEG • AVI

• MPG • MOV

• MP4 • M4V

• FLV • WMV

The maximum file size is 200MB.

From the Dashboard, simply select “Upload Video.”

You will then select the video you want to upload. The progress of the upload will be noted on the page. It may take a while for large video files to transfer.

Your video will appear in the “My Uploads” area of your custom video library in the next 30 to 60 minutes.

Dashboard — Upload Video selected

Video Selector

Video appears in uploads

Use descriptive names to make it easier to find your video or image later. Some of our customers use the date of the upload, the name of the person who created it, or the topic.

ORGANIZATION TIP

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n UPLOADING IMAGESBefore you log in to Works24, have your images ready. Studio24 accepts the following image formats:

• Windows Bitmap (BMP)

• Common Internet Images (GIF, JPEG, PNG)

• Desktop Publishing Images (TIFF)

• Windows Vector Files (WMF)

When in doubt, save as JPEG. Your source image should be as large as possible, preferably the same size as the final image (1280 pixels wide x 720 pixels tall). The color profile must be RGB, not CMYK.

n UPLOAD A FINISHED IMAGEOn the Studio24 Content Creator page (above right), click the button that reads, “Upload Image.”

You will be prompted to name your image.

Click “Browse” to find the image saved on your computer. Select it and click “Open.”

If necessary, Studio24 will resize the image to fit your video player screen. You have two options:

Stretch to fill the screen

• This may alter the proportions of the image, stretching it horizontally or vertically to fit.

• Recommended for rate cards and pre-produced ads.

Keep image proportional

• Similar to “letterboxing,” the image will retain its original proportions.

• Recommended for photos and other informal content.

After making your selections, click “Upload.” You will be redirected to the Studio24 page, and your new image will appear in the top row. These images will be found in the “My Uploads” category of your Custom Library.

When you are done, close out the Studio 24 Content Creator window. There is a “Close this window” link at the bottom of the page, or just click the “X” in the top right corner of your window.

The Works24 home page will still be open in your original browser window, so you can immediately incorporate your new image into a video production.

Image Selector

Dashboard — Upload Image selected

Image appears in uploads

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n CREATE A NEW IMAGEIn the Studio24 Content Creator page, click “Create New Image.” This will bring you to the Studio24 Content Creator.

In the Content Creator, you will either start with a previously created template or with a blank canvas.

If you select “Start With Template,” you will be able to select from the templates shown, then click “Start Editing.” If you select “Start With Blank Canvas,” you will then click “Start Editing.”

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Dashboard — Create New Image selected

CLICK THE TEMPLATE YOU WANT (if needed)

CLICK HERE TO START

“START WITH TEMPLATE”

or “START

WITH BLANK CANVAS”

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n USING THE SLIDESTUDIO EDITORAfter selecting a template or opting to use a blank canvas, the SlideStudio Editor will launch. At the bottom of your screen is the tool palette. You can use this to change the text and images.

SlideStudio editing area

EDITING TOOL PALETTE

Save slide to server

Add a straight

line

Add a circle

Add an image Undo

Duplicate selected object(s)

Reset the canvas to its initial state

Zoom

Download your slide

as an image

Add a rectangle

Add text

Change your slide

backgroundRedo

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n EDITOR OPTIONS

Save slide to server

Option 1: Save to My Image Library Save the slide that will appear in your library for you to add to your video production.

Option 2: Save to My Templates Save a template and you can use it again at a later date to create similar slides. (For example, if it is a recurring event, such as Employee of the Month.)

Download your slide as an image

This will save a JPEG of the slide to your computer. This is handy if you want to use it somewhere besides your Works24 digital video screen, such as in a PowerPoint presentation or Word document.

Add straight line, rectangle or circle

The line or shape will appear on the canvas, along with a tool palette that will allow you to adjust the size, color, placement and more. (See Page 8 for more about this.)

Add text

Click this button to start a new text box. A palette will appear that will allow you to change the typeface, size and more. (See Page 9 for more about formatting text.)

Add an image

This allows you to place an image from the image libraries or your computer on the slide. Simply drag and drop the image from the library, or click “choose” to pick an image from your computer. A palette will appear to allow you to adjust the size and placement.

Change your slide background

You have three options for your background:

1. Solid color — Click the color box to choose from a palette of colors.

2. An image from the background library — Just click the image you want to use.

3. Your own image — Click the “Browse” button to select an image from your computer. See Page 3 for acceptable image formats.

Duplicate selected objects

Make copies of images, art elements or text objects.

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FORMATTING LINES AND SHAPESWhen you place a shape, it will appear on the canvas with several buttons beneath it. Click the first button - the one with a pencil on it - to open the options palette above it.

FIRST, CLICK HERE TO LAUNCH

FORMATTING PALETTE

Send behind

all other items

Send back-

ward one level

Bring forward

one level

Bring in front of all other

items

Delete this item

Fill color

Border color

Fill opacity

Border opacity

Radius of rounded corners

Width of border

NEW RECTANGLE

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FORMATTING TEXTWhen you add a new text box, click the button with the pencil on it to open the text options palette above it. The tools are similar to those used in word processing and design programs.

IMAGE FORMATTINGWhen you add a new image, click the button with the pencil on it to open the image options palette above it.

NEW TEXT BOX

FIRST, CLICK HERE TO LAUNCH

FORMATTING PALETTE

FIRST, CLICK HERE TO LAUNCH

FORMATTING PALETTE

Send behind all other items

Send behind

all other items

Send backward one level

Send back-

ward one level

Bring forward one level

Bring forward

one level

Bring in front of all other items

Bring in front of all other

items

Delete this item

Type styles

Type size

Type color

Typeface

Type alignment

Delete this item

Flip vertical Flip horizontalUpload replacement image

Grab “handles” to make the

image smaller or larger

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n TIPS• For easy readability, go with large type and short phrases.

• Contrast is also important for readability. Use white on darker backgrounds and black on light backgrounds.

• Avoid backgrounds with small, busy patterns.

• Use a mixture of fun/informational slides and promotional messages. Don’t forget that your objective is to cross-sell to your viewers!

n ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCECall or email your Works24 Associate any time you have a question or suggestion. We’re here to help and appreciate any feedback.

n CONTACT US

Works24

3508 French Park Drive, Suite One

Edmond, OK 73034

Phone: 1-800-460-4653

Fax: 1-800-460-9876

www.Works24.com