How can I build a pretty video website
November 5, 2011 6:22 AM   Subscribe

What options do I have for a simple website for educational video clips with video thumbnails & descriptions?

I have several 2-3 minute "how to" video clips I'd like to feature on a simple website. We've tried putting the clips on YouTube, then adding them to a google site, but it feels clunky. In a perfect world, would love a TedTalks style.

Any other good (not too techy) options?
Thanks!

Ps. Not even sure where to put the videos, other than YouTube.
posted by smelvis to Computers & Internet (5 answers total) 2 users marked this as a favorite
 
Best answer: Super easy, small control: Tumblr or Wordress.com + YouTube. Free.

Medium easy, large control: own hosted Wordpress installation + YouTube. $10-15 per month in hosting + $5-10 for domain.
posted by Foci for Analysis at 7:43 AM on November 5, 2011


Regarding the videos, unless you want to fork out cash, you will always want to let someone else host heavy stuff like movies. YouTube is pretty great but you might also like Vimeo, the more civil and artistic community.
posted by Foci for Analysis at 7:45 AM on November 5, 2011


Best answer: I've had good luck using Weebly. It handles media pretty well, lots of design options, etc.
posted by hms71 at 2:12 PM on November 5, 2011


Maybe Udemy? You also have the option to sell there as well.
posted by Elminster24 at 4:06 PM on November 5, 2011


Response by poster: Thanks. Tumblr looks promising. Hadn't heard of weebly before your post, but it looks like it may be a great way to go.
posted by smelvis at 5:04 PM on November 5, 2011


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