How to Film Yourself 2.0 | Advanced tips for making videos alone

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    How to Film Yourself 2.0 | Advanced tips for making videos alone | by Jake Frew
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Комментарии • 602

  • @RockWILK
    @RockWILK Год назад +1108

    You were actually a huge inspiration that kind of confirmed that I could shoot a full length feature film, all by myself, and be the only actor in the film, which I went ahead and did, during the pandemic, on my phone. It became an award winning film. And so, thank you. 🙏😉

    • @royaltymade9447
      @royaltymade9447 Год назад +19

      Link to the film I’m currently working on my own film by myself and the only actor

    • @kiranvnair1133
      @kiranvnair1133 Год назад +5

      Could you send the link, exicted to watch it

    • @DaloWrld
      @DaloWrld Год назад +6

      @@RockWILKis there somewhere i could watch it?

    • @ChelseaMonetOfficial
      @ChelseaMonetOfficial Год назад +3

      Zzyaammm yeah definitely gonna scroll for that link

    • @BaileyxFilmz16
      @BaileyxFilmz16 Год назад +2

      Whats the name of the short film? I would love to watch it!

  • @coin777
    @coin777 20 дней назад +9

    Filming by yourself is super hard. But still easier than having friends after 30

  • @KelsAndJay
    @KelsAndJay Год назад +181

    I love how your videos still feel like a movie even when you're teaching us about filming. You're just on another level!

    • @tltegoluv
      @tltegoluv 3 месяца назад +1

      I must agree and I’m taking notes lol

  • @jacques_crafford
    @jacques_crafford Год назад +297

    BRO THIS IS PURE GOLD! 🙌 I’m sure there are many takeouts from this but your storytelling is always a treat! Thx for the inspiration 🔥

    • @JakeFrew
      @JakeFrew  Год назад +4

      Thanks so much dude I appreciate that!!

    • @hggy
      @hggy Год назад +2

      I agree, this is amazing info❤❤❤

    • @provideo9876
      @provideo9876 Год назад +3

      for sure is beast

    • @breedupbeatmusicaltruth1171
      @breedupbeatmusicaltruth1171 Год назад +1

      Pls I'm a Nigerian, and I want to open PayPal but it refuses to open here in my country, can someone help me with that, I need it for my business

    • @breedupbeatmusicaltruth1171
      @breedupbeatmusicaltruth1171 Год назад

      @@hggy Pls I'm a Nigerian, and I want to open a PayPal acct but it refuses to open here in my country, can someone help me with that, I need it for my business

  • @clarkeemalarkee
    @clarkeemalarkee Год назад +18

    You're a beast. Filming by yourself is sooooo frustrating. It's inspiring to see you laughing and having fun with it.

  • @kaptagn
    @kaptagn Год назад +67

    This helps so much as a solo backpacker/filmmaker! The thought process can be carried to any genre. Instant sub.

    • @breedupbeatmusicaltruth1171
      @breedupbeatmusicaltruth1171 Год назад

      Pls I'm a Nigerian, and I want to open a PayPal account but it refuses to open here in my country, can someone help me with that, I need it for my business

  • @DanielBenDavids
    @DanielBenDavids Год назад +13

    Bro you're honestly one of the best creators here on RUclips. There's something about your videos that just feels right.
    Loved what you did with this one! As a RUclipsr that films alone a lot, it was super interesting to hear your thoughts and advices about the process.
    Keep it up king!

  • @VinnieVan
    @VinnieVan Год назад +87

    Another great video. I personally like the idea of building an audience that doesn’t expect an elaborately produced effort every time I upload. That being said, i want to have the occasional surprise to let them know I can. And its so fulfilling to create awesome content. Its just a lot of work committing to it when I am always alone. Im realizing its a must if I want a certain level of success here. So Thank you.

    • @VinnieVan
      @VinnieVan Год назад +2

      I think I just admitted to my own laziness 😱🤓

    • @JakeFrew
      @JakeFrew  Год назад +6

      I know exactly what you mean!! It's really hard to find the right balance

  • @karinaki13
    @karinaki13 Год назад +11

    Every video is like a little movie and I am always looking forward to. Your storytelling is just on another level.

  • @josephemmons8496
    @josephemmons8496 Год назад +2

    These are always fun for me to watch. I feel like you are one of the best at this Jake. I've been struggling lately in the very very early phases of shooting my own RUclips content, and filming solo as both the "talent" on-camera and the operator is quite a challenge, especially when you want to make it interesting. Something else that I think not a lot of people talk about is that it's kinda hard to get together with people to film if you are in certain phases of your life.
    For me I'm 33 with a full-time job, a business that my wife and I also operate, and a 4 year old son. Most of the people I know and call friends are either 500 miles away or living a similarly hectic life that make shooting together basically impossible. These tips and just watching your content helps remind me that it is possible to do it by yourself and do it really well. It just takes patience and creativity as you mention. Thanks for sharing man.

  • @dylanridsdale
    @dylanridsdale Год назад +3

    One of your best videos, the way you back up the tips with your visual storytelling is chefs kiss. I also think you have some of the best composition I've seen on RUclips

  • @ShafferN
    @ShafferN Год назад +24

    Step 6 - ask your elementary school teacher if you can get a class fog machine.
    You crushed it man!! So stoked on this!!

    • @JakeFrew
      @JakeFrew  Год назад +9

      Actually just ignore all the other tips and get a fog machine. No matter what it takes.

    • @cam16film
      @cam16film Год назад

      Was it fog or haze 😃 ?

  • @brewbuilds
    @brewbuilds Год назад +5

    You are hands down one of, if not my favorite film channels to watch. You have a great talent in telling your story in away that's easy to relate to. Thanks for taking the time to share all your valuable knowledge. 🤘🏻

  • @HeyQuinton
    @HeyQuinton Год назад +2

    These visuals are so underrated. So lovely - especially some of those wide low shots. Amazing!

  • @CoreyWagnerChicago
    @CoreyWagnerChicago Год назад +8

    Love some new tips from Jake! I can't wait to use some of these on my next Chicago vlog! Thanks dude and keep killing it!

  • @thabangramodipa
    @thabangramodipa Год назад +3

    Ahhh Jake!!! Blowing my mind!
    One of the reasons I love your channel is that I learn so much about solo broll just by watching your videos. Now with the explanation added… You’ve tipped the scales.
    I’ve been obsessing over the dutch angle lately. This foreground tip just pushed it to the next level. Even if you jacked it, super helpful.
    And the B Story is honestly exactly what I need for the video i’m working on. I don’t have a plan for the B-Roll that aligns with the topic so this is also super exciting…
    Man!… I can’t emphasize how good this is for me. So much value being emparted.
    So keen to give these tips a go

  • @heyklau
    @heyklau Год назад +4

    This was fantastic. Video itself is a vibe, and also learned a bunch of helpful gems for how to think about solo-videography. Thanks Jake!

  • @srebelde
    @srebelde Год назад

    JakeI absolutely love the van, videos, lifestyle you have man . I hope 2023 is nothing but success for you! you got a supporter, subscriber here!

  • @hrishishere
    @hrishishere Год назад +2

    Beautiful content , the lighting the story telling and everything else was flawless can't wait for more

  • @julianz342
    @julianz342 Год назад +2

    Thanks for all the tips, Jake! Your videos are so so inspiring!

  • @eviewhy
    @eviewhy Год назад +11

    love this! def agree with the “getting bored of a locked off shot and finding new angles”!!! my biggest pain point with filming myself is figuring out how to manually focus myself 🥲 any tips on that?

  • @EricReding7
    @EricReding7 Год назад +1

    another intentional, hand-crafted video that gives us new tools in our tool box. Thank you!!

  • @trailblazer_nomad
    @trailblazer_nomad 10 месяцев назад +16

    I loved your video. I agree 100% with your final thoughts: filming by yourself can be very frustrating and time-consuming, you're gonna miss focus and mess up the frame and composition but you learn a lot by doing any single aspect of making a video. I just started and I am a noob but I know that trial and error is the best way to improve. And that's what I love about it :)

  • @exciyaa
    @exciyaa Год назад +1

    Wow i think i remember that video you shared a couple years ago. You’ve grown since the days of nosmallcreator, when i first learned about you.
    Your content is so timeless and fruitful. Thanks for sharing!

  • @studioavenir6726
    @studioavenir6726 Год назад +2

    This is really inspiring. I've struggled with self-filming for a long time (and trying to find my way around it), but this kinda makes it a bit more interesting.

  • @Kmart_FPV
    @Kmart_FPV Год назад +2

    This was incredible! I’ve learned so much. I love that you approached it from perspective instead of technique and equipment. Killer video!

  • @nicolenlama
    @nicolenlama Месяц назад

    Thanks for posting this! I've been trying to learn how to film myself and it has been such a struggle. I feel more encouraged now!

  • @kultyurgeym
    @kultyurgeym Год назад

    This is my first time to come to your platform but I got hooked up with the part of this video wherein there's a windom and you just sat down. I love the light that comes through the window

  • @livechangechallenge
    @livechangechallenge 8 месяцев назад

    I think this is one of the best creator videos I’ve seen in a good while, love your ability to explain the pain points of solo creators. So incredibly useful! That understanding of how to evoke feelings through the composition is not natural to me so this video was a bit of a lightbulb 💡 moment for me. Thank you!

  • @muhamadrizalnoorpratama4240
    @muhamadrizalnoorpratama4240 Год назад

    Been watching your videos since your 2019 reflection. I can say that you're one of the best filmmaker youtuber out there. The chill atmosphere you give in your every videos are what makes you unique and great. Keep up 🔥

  • @kemaredwards9892
    @kemaredwards9892 Год назад

    Just starting off my career as a content creator and wasn't to sure on how to film myself. I can tell these tips alone will aid to my success tremendously. Much appreciated!

  • @LajidimusPrime
    @LajidimusPrime Год назад

    I love the care and dedication you put into creating this video. It is a beautiful piece of art

  • @allegorybyvuyo
    @allegorybyvuyo Год назад

    Literally first time watching your videos, but I felt that ilysm at the end of the video deep in my bones. Thank you, Jake.

  • @RosiePFB
    @RosiePFB Год назад +2

    So so so good! ❤ Thank you so much for all your hard work and energy that you put into your videos! Deeply inspirational and very helpful!

  • @CaffeineandConcepts
    @CaffeineandConcepts Год назад +3

    This has inspired me to head out tomorrow and try to film. I may not end up making a video, but I guess it is the practice and the consistency of doing the act that will improve the result over time. thank you

  • @JakeIshamVlogs
    @JakeIshamVlogs Год назад

    Thank you for this bro. Been a director for over a decade and filmming myself always sucks. I’m so used to being behind the camera.
    It was therapeutic to listen to you especially at the end!

  • @ann_motrade
    @ann_motrade Год назад +1

    Thanks for the update Jake. Helpful tips & just kickin my ass to just do it😊

  • @auntyvic
    @auntyvic Год назад +1

    Always coming through with the valuable info and advice!! Thanks Jake!!

  • @airbeoneairbeone2872
    @airbeoneairbeone2872 Год назад

    the immersive camera on the tree while you running trough,
    Dutch angle,
    great great ideas, so nice result.
    Thank you for sharing,
    right reach your followers

  • @fill_
    @fill_ Год назад

    how warm it is to watch your videos.
    like you are sitting just near at the same table)
    cheers!

  • @TOESERONE
    @TOESERONE Год назад

    Love your videos. So many people made this video about filming yourself. Everybody tells the same. Yours is different. Thanks.

  • @PatrickStaMaria-co2rh
    @PatrickStaMaria-co2rh Год назад

    Bro, I LOVE your vibe. A rare kind of charisma that makes me want to sit around a camp fire and listen to your stories. Thank you for this video, this was what I needed. I have a travel channel, but I want to go more into personal storytelling where I need to film myself and start talking about things that matter to me. Your content gives me great inspiration for my future content. You, sir, are a legend. Thank you, thank you. 🙏PS I subscribed immediately.

  • @juanselobo
    @juanselobo Год назад

    Awesome video! Really helpful, thank you so much for sharing. Loved how you went beyond the technical aspect and focused on conveying the feeling and the B story - all the elements that make up the message. Keep it up!

  • @compacoffeeroasters
    @compacoffeeroasters Год назад +2

    Tried to film myself this morning and got so frustrated. Found this video this afternoon and it was genuinely so helpful, even the last tip. I gotta be patient. Thanks man.

  • @WillBowers
    @WillBowers Год назад

    yessirrrrr this is pure gold thanks bud, def implementing this stuff

  • @jeremincooks
    @jeremincooks Год назад +1

    thank you for this! i especially love the dutch angle tip and the one where you placed the camera on the tree trunk. will try it out in my next travel vlog!

  • @MichalOlender
    @MichalOlender Год назад +1

    I do hiking videos and always solo, it definitely would be easier to have someone, but it is what it is. Great video Jake!

  • @ClaudioDesideriFilms
    @ClaudioDesideriFilms Год назад +2

    Your composition and color grade and style in general are absolutely lovely. Thanks for sharing your knowledge mate, I watch your videos with so much pleasure every time Jake, a feast for the eyes. Another great angle to add to the video and spice up the car scene is an internal profile shot with the camera mounted on the internal top handle to kinda simulate a pasaanger view of the driver. Aidin Robbins makes great ones.

  • @HausOfWenzel
    @HausOfWenzel Год назад

    Great video Jake! Super helpful! Can’t wait to see the rest of your tips!

  • @creator_yo
    @creator_yo Год назад +1

    Thanks for the tips! I loved how you break the conventions to keep challenging yourself!

  • @davidneale2366
    @davidneale2366 Год назад +1

    Great video. I'm sure other creators talk about this but I've never come across them. The video itself is a great example of the techniques Jake is talking about.

  • @TruthHero
    @TruthHero Год назад +1

    Love this! Just starting a film channel and this is great advice, and packaged nicely in a story.

  • @chauncysmind
    @chauncysmind Год назад +7

    Good tips. I got a dji mini 2 drone over the summer (not the greatest one out there but 4k atleast). Adding the drone as another tool has been nice to spice it up, and add some motion,from just tripod shots. Obviously not everyone can run out and buy expensive drones, and not everyone can fly one efficiently. But for solo content creators they are really nice to have

  • @creatorsecrets
    @creatorsecrets Год назад +17

    Your production level has gone up so much man, both story wise, visual wise and editing wise. Thanks for pushing ahead 😊

  • @CoachBay
    @CoachBay Год назад +1

    Love it! Great practical advice! Thank you Jake!

  • @laurangelia
    @laurangelia Год назад

    This is really helpful, thank you Jake!

  • @UnityGymOnline
    @UnityGymOnline 16 дней назад

    This is one of the most enjoyable videos I've watched on RUclips in a while. Great work 👏

  • @JUSTINBUISSON
    @JUSTINBUISSON Год назад

    These tips are gold! Thank you so much

  • @wolfvince9610
    @wolfvince9610 5 месяцев назад

    im out here trying to find the best gear, going through film school just reminded me to start w the basics. I appreciate this video a lot.

  • @matt_brooks-green
    @matt_brooks-green Год назад +1

    Cracking. Thanks Jake. Will be trying to tell some stories using these tips 🙏

  • @Dongwendell
    @Dongwendell 7 месяцев назад

    Indeed! This is very helpful to me as a beginner. Thanks Jake!

  • @RamenEditsz
    @RamenEditsz Год назад

    JAKE! Thank you!!! ive been having this fear of filming myself but ill take ur advice & just do it!!

  • @JacekThomann
    @JacekThomann Год назад

    Jake this is just brilliant and the frames you did in those movies are just simply amazing. Well done, a lot to learn for me !!!

  • @yalafilmsdavidjwoodall9201
    @yalafilmsdavidjwoodall9201 Год назад

    Your Awesome for the knowledge and breakdown of basic composition and creativity!!! Ill be following more of your videos. Thanks!

  • @Chxziibot
    @Chxziibot Год назад +1

    Hey Jake. I have no knowledge on filming or photography or anything like that, but what an inspiring message. Although it was about filming solo I found there were some messages that even came through as life lessons, and that complimented the video so much. Well done!

  • @Ibz87
    @Ibz87 Год назад +1

    This was epic. Absolutely loved it. Beautiful footage

  • @karenb9517
    @karenb9517 Год назад

    Thanks so much for this helpful video! I’d like to make shorts and your tips have given me the help I need to get started. Bless you!

  • @FightingMSA
    @FightingMSA 10 месяцев назад

    Just wanted to say thank you. This was a suggested video and wow. Thank you for being humble about filming by yourself.

  • @dannyderrick
    @dannyderrick Год назад

    The morning light coming through the windows in the intro looks amazing!

  • @vaniabryson
    @vaniabryson Месяц назад

    This is so beautifully done, and so inspiring! Thanks for sharing

  • @Merrlin
    @Merrlin Год назад

    These are incredible tips, thank you! Can’t wait to try out the foreground shot

  • @lucas.cullen
    @lucas.cullen Год назад +1

    This is SO helpful, thank you 🙌 I needed this today!!

  • @MarkZuckerbergsMom
    @MarkZuckerbergsMom Год назад

    Thank you for this. Merry Christmas ⛄

  • @marciacano
    @marciacano Год назад

    This is awesome! Thanks for the time you put behind this video for us!😊

  • @fere_gg
    @fere_gg Год назад

    Thank you for this! Really insightful. Also I loved how the car sound is on key with the music!

  • @NateRisch
    @NateRisch Год назад +1

    Great list of tips here! Love the shot outside of the van, I've used shots like that or even mounted on the hood of the car pointing back. Will have the try the Dutch angle sometime...

  • @climbhangout
    @climbhangout Год назад

    I really needed this video! Thanks so much 🙏

  • @Motivation_Inspiration_Success

    Every obstacle that comes in life should be studied and learned.Obstacles are sometimes our best teachers,as we always can learn something from them, and improve our selves! Keep doing great job!

  • @kuldeepsinghCreator
    @kuldeepsinghCreator 3 месяца назад

    Thank you Jake, i was overwhelmed by just thinking about solo filming. But this video gives me hope.

  • @FromtheShadows-qk8fd
    @FromtheShadows-qk8fd Месяц назад

    Great content mann! Thank you so much ✨️
    The part about compositions is indeed very effective

  • @zahidibr
    @zahidibr Год назад

    Jake, you are my inspiration!!

  • @renanchady
    @renanchady Год назад

    love your simplicity and good vibe on make art bro, it's so inspiring

  • @Thereal_Jouse
    @Thereal_Jouse Месяц назад

    I just wanted the video to keep going!! This was awesome thank you

  • @plumbgray
    @plumbgray Месяц назад

    Excellent thank you really enjoyed your video got some great inspiration to try solo filming

  • @BradWatanabe
    @BradWatanabe Год назад

    Love these tips. Definitely going to bookmark and rewatch a bunch before our next video adventure. mahalo!

  • @roomiesroom
    @roomiesroom 10 месяцев назад

    This is everything. How you use sounds to draw my emotions 🥺

  • @juandivelasco
    @juandivelasco Год назад

    Thank you so much for your ideas. I love the way you share them with us.
    I am planning to make a short film by myself and your videos are inspiring me.
    Muchas gracias, from Spain!

  • @NikkiNexo777
    @NikkiNexo777 Год назад +1

    Thanks for this video. I'm just getting started with vlogging. This definitely points me in the right direction.

  • @alipresler
    @alipresler Год назад

    Always love your videos! Thanks for all the tips 😊

  • @elitaosmani2553
    @elitaosmani2553 6 месяцев назад

    Thank you! i really appreciate your time and your tips throwing to us! good people do exist^^

  • @b-art.
    @b-art. Год назад

    Thanks for that vid with a bunch of great tips. Hope to use some of them on my next vid.

  • @BulletproofCycling
    @BulletproofCycling Год назад

    Beautiful and simple. Thank you Jack. Learned a lot and got lots of ideas from this.

  • @ronaldfoks
    @ronaldfoks Год назад

    Awesome tips! Will definitely use them in my upcoming videos. Big Thanks! 🔥

  • @blabla0059
    @blabla0059 11 месяцев назад

    thank you for videos like that, very well explained for absolute beginners.

  • @Losochill
    @Losochill 7 месяцев назад

    This dude is awesome! He’s one of the main reasons I got into filmmaking. I just wish he uploaded more.

  • @Menelik.videos
    @Menelik.videos 3 месяца назад

    Dude, this was awesome. Thank you so much for the tips.

  • @jamjet647
    @jamjet647 Год назад

    Just got my fx30, looking forward to putting to use these tips to help create awesome solo films and story! Thank you for all the tips and beautiful images, keep up the great work Jake 😁

  • @albeeshobbies
    @albeeshobbies Год назад

    Great info and tips! I love the color grading in the beginning of this video! Thanks and take care.

  • @nvusxo
    @nvusxo Год назад

    Perfect timing. I hope you have a amazing year 🎉

  • @johnnydisco68
    @johnnydisco68 7 месяцев назад

    Love your advice. Thank you so much for sharing.