If you have a camera, a love for video, and a couple of hours to spare each week, then a sneaky little side gig in stock video creation might just be the perfect thing for you. One thing to remember if you are seriously considering heading down this path is that there is a big difference between stock video footage that sells, and stock video that looks rubbish, clogs up the Internet, and doesn’t ever see the light of day. To ensure your work doesn’t end up doing the latter, do yourself a favor and brush up on these basics. While you were getting acquainted with that camera of yours, you hopefully had a chance to shoot in a variety of different subjects. The more specialized you are, the more skilled you become, and the more skilled you become, the more money you make. Bonus tip: If you want to make your life extra easy, find a niche that works with your lifestyle. If you live in a big city, shoot skylines.