Video eats up your hard drive. Therefore, the best time to clean up your video files is right after you finish your project. This way all your files are still fresh on your mind and you’ll be able to make better decisions about what to do with them.
You have several options when it comes to archiving your files. Some include: creating DVDs, uploading your files to an online video storage service, moving your files to an external hard drive, and recording your master video on a miniDV tape.
DVD
Burn backup copies on DVD. I normally create three backup copies. I store one in my office file cabinet for quick reference if needed. I store one copy in my home safe. And, I store one copy at my parents’ house. Keeping a backup copy offsite is always a great idea.
Online Video Storage
If you use an online video storage service, you can upload your video there for safe keeping. Just be aware that you will be paying a monthly or yearly fee for that service. Plus, the more videos you store, the more it will cost.
External Hard Drive
A lot of times, I like to reuse some of the video footage I have captured. Therefore, I like to move that footage to an external hard drive for easy access later. I always use descriptive names so my files are easy to find.
MiniDV Tapes
Most video editing software allows you to record your finished video back onto a miniDV tape. Simply attach your camcorder to your computer via firewire, press record on your camcorder, and play your final video. Then, store your miniDV tape for safe keeping.
After you have archived your video files, you can delete them off your computer.
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