How to make a YouTube video .?..

The thought of shooting a video and posting it online can be super overwhelming and scary. But, it can also be super fun and rewarding once you build the courage to get started.

To ease your worries, this article will give you a step-by-step guide on how to make a quality video to post on YouTube.

Words by Eric Luk | Design by Harley Lorenzo Wood

Come Up With An Idea

You could think of original ideas, or take inspiration from other creators online. Any time you’re watching a YouTube video, take some notes for your own brainstorming.

If you already know what your channel will be about, think about what people want to watch and what people are searching for. A good way to think about this is to ask yourself “what would I want to watch?”, then make a video about that.

If you have no idea what to make, consider filming a ‘day-in-the-life’ vlog. Making a vlog is relatively easy, just film your daily activities as they happen.

Write A Script

When writing a script, the most important thing is to keep it simple.

Instead of writing everything down, word for word, it might be better to start with bullet points on the topics you want to talk about.

If you decide to shoot a video without this plan, you might miss a few topics and end up having to retake every time you remember something to add.

USE WHAT YOU’VE GOT

Starting a new YouTube channel can be really daunting. Adding on a whole new hobby of shooting videos, taking photos and graphic design, can get extremely overwhelming.

That’s why there’s no reason to worry about the camera equipment just yet. Everyone starts somewhere. If you have an iPad or a smartphone - don’t be afraid to use it. And If you have a camera lying around too, it might be a great idea to learn how it works.

Practice And Patience

When you press record, you should already have your idea and script, so you know what you need to talk about.

At first you’re going to mess up and fumble your words, but don’t worry, that’s only natural.

It might take a few tries, but you’ll get there in the end.

Look At The Camera

When you’re recording yourself, it’s only natural to want to see what you look like on the screen. However, this results in videos where you look like you’re not directly talking to the audience. YouTube is all about talking to and connecting with your audience, and looking directly at your camera lens will help with that.

Shoot Some B Roll

You might be wondering, “what’s B roll?”. Well, B roll is alternative footage that you can use to fill the screen while someone is talking. Doing this will make your YouTube videos so much more interesting. It is definitely worth shooting some B roll and adding it later in the editing process. For instance, if you were making a video about interesting food, you would record audio of you talking about it, then record footage of the food to play while you talk.

Edit And Embellish

Almost all modern devices can be used for video editing, with editing apps available for computers, laptops, tablets and smartphones.

When it comes down to editing, there are endless possibilities for adding text, sound effects, graphics and transitions.

Make sure to keep it simple while also having fun and enjoying the process. Adding music and a few sound effects can be a really great way to spice up your edit.

If you’re unsure of what apps to use or how to edit, there are many great online tutorials and resources that will point you in the right direction.

Create A Thumbnail

A video thumbnail is just as essential as the front cover of a book.

It should look sharp, nice and stand out. There are many great and free online tools that let you create cool thumbnails. These include Canva.com or even inside the YouTube studio itself.

A tip to make your thumbnail process faster is to look into the lens and smile for a couple seconds when filming your video footage. This way you don’t have to worry about taking photos on top of everything else.

If you’re unsure of how your thumbnail should look, take a look at other YouTube videos for inspiration.

Upload Your Video

Uploading your video is simple, and can be done through YouTube’s studio tool.

Once you’ve done that, that’s it! You’ve successfully created and uploaded your YouTube video.

When you upload, be sure to share it to Facebook, Instagram or other social media to increase your chances of being viewed.

Replying to comments on YouTube is also important, as interacting with the people watching your videos is essential for building community.

Hopefully, with the help of this article, you might try making a YouTube video and have some fun while doing it too!