If you want to be famous on YouTube, you have to make quality videos. Quality videos are key to attracting subscribers and viewers to your channel. Actually, the process of creating a quality video is not very complicated, but there are some complex things that you should know beforehand. This article will guide you to create good YouTube videos.
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Method 1 of 4: Buying Equipment
Step 1. Set up a good HD camera
A good camera is very important in the process of making videos. You can buy an HD camera for around Rp. 3,000,000, or use a phone with great camera capabilities, such as the LG G4.
Step 2. Record high quality audio
In video, the audio stands higher than the image. Viewers may be able to tolerate blurry images, but they will close their browsers if they can't hear you. You can find standard microphones in the Rp. 150,000 - Rp. 300,000 price range, but if you want to get excellent audio quality on a limited budget, buy a microphone in the Rp. 1,500,000 - Rp. 3,000,000 price range, such as the Rode VideoMic.
Step 3. Adjust the lighting
Lighting will clarify the image on the video. Make sure you shoot video in a well-lit environment. You can find guidelines for maximizing exposure on Google or YouTube.
Method 2 of 4: Selecting a Video Concept
Step 1. Design the video before recording
Don't shoot videos without a clear concept, or look for concepts while recording a video. A video shot without a draft will look unconvincing, unless you're extremely talented.
Step 2. Make an interesting video
Try to create funny and original content. Quality content can help you keep your fan base. Discuss a topic that interests you, whether it's the latest news, an opinion on politics, or even a hobby. You can also make comedy videos with friends.
Step 3. Make a short video about 1-3 minutes long, especially if you're new to a YouTube channel
Keep in mind that most YouTubers get bored quickly. If they don't like the first 5-10 seconds of your video, they'll close their browser. Therefore, use the shortest possible time to lure them in.
Step 4. End the video with a request
Ask viewers to like your videos or subscribe to your channel. The Annotations feature on YouTube is very useful for making requests.
Method 3 of 4: Making Videos
Step 1. Set up your camera
Shoot the video in a well-lit location. To improve the lighting conditions in your videos, you can use the lighting correction feature on YouTube.
Step 2. Record the video in HD resolution
Movie Maker provides special options for creating HD videos. The appropriate settings for your video editing program can be found on Google.
Step 3. Use the jump cut technique as necessary, or even avoid the editing technique
If used too often, jump cuts can distract viewers from the video. While many well-known YouTube users use this technique, if you want to make a video that looks professional, avoid the jump cut technique.
Step 4. Make sure the sound quality on the video is worth listening to
If the microphone on your camera is too weak, buy an external microphone.
Method 4 of 4: Video Editing
Step 1. Download a video editing program to fix various aspects of the video, and put together the pieces of the video that you have taken
- You can use Windows Movie Maker, the built-in Windows program to edit videos. Or, if you're on a Mac, just use iMovie.
- If you need advanced editing features, use Sony Vegas (Windows) or Final Cut Pro X (Mac OS). Both programs are paid video editors.
Step 2. Copy the video to your computer, then open it in a video editing program
Make sure you edit the video smoothly before uploading it to YouTube.
- The use of catchy titles and effects can increase the interest of viewers to watch your videos. However, if used excessively, viewers will abandon your video.
- As discussed earlier, overuse of titles and effects can spoil the interest of the viewer.
Step 3. Upload your video to YouTube
Provide an appropriate title, description and tags for the video. These three pieces of information will be used by viewers to find your video. A good title, description, and tag can even increase the number of viewers.
Step 4. Don't stop creating new content
New content is your way of increasing the number of subscribers to your channel.
However, prioritize video quality. Ten quality videos will be more interesting in the eyes of viewers, compared to ten thousand junk videos
Tips
- Share your videos to social networking sites, like Twitter, Facebook, etc.
- Upload videos consistently, and let customers know when you will upload the next video. YouTube users love channels that are always updated, and channel owners who let you know when the next video will appear.
- Have fun while making videos. Your enthusiasm will show in the videos you make, and viewers will enjoy your videos.
- Instruction videos are an important type of video. Make sure you write "how to", followed by your video's keywords and/or topic in the video title. This way, apart from helping viewers, your videos will also appear higher in search results.
- Make sure you have an introduction in the form of the interrupt pattern. This introduction can lock the audience's interest in the first place. Don't forget to mention your channel name or stage name when introducing the chat topic.
- Make the video short and concise.
Warning
- Don't neglect your community of followers. Don't betray their trust. Be a loyal channel owner, and remember to always make new videos.
- Don't upload too many videos at the same time. Disturbed subscribers may cancel their subscription to your channel.
