Time is my biggest one! I have successfully posted every Sunday for 3 months now. Which is a huge achievement for me. And your tip #2 is so relevant. I leave a tripod and light set up at all times. When I had to move them, it made everything that much harder because they're tedious to set up in a small space. Set and forget, and it makes the workflow so much better!! My next biggest barrier is trying to refine my script and make it engaging and impactful. I've been using AI for assistance, but it's so time consuming, but I feel like this is one of those areas where it's worth putting in the additional effort. Editing is easy for me as it's my part time job and has been for a while. But scripting and developing a story is HARD. Would love to know what you guys do when developing a video concept and script if you guys could share that process somehow?
My biggest barrier was and is (aside from my day job and RL responsibilities taking all my time) perfectionism. I loved writing in school, so after Let's Plays, which were stress relief only, I did a few scripted videos and loved it. But, as I wanted to do more of that, my usual perfectionism set in and I struggled to finish scripts at all. It's been a general problem of mine with any project I perceive as "big" and it always creeps up as soon as I "take something seriously".
Not gonna lie; this is still very disorienting as I legit thought this "set" was Nate's home/dedicated filming space. 😐 Either way, thanks for showing us the different setups and behind-the-scenes. I agree, filming is easier when you have a pre-thought-out space ready to go with little to no barriers to filming.
THIS is what I think A LOT of viewers would like to see : You've got a fantastic setup, looks to be a good multi-thousand dollar set up (which is awesome!), however, I think a lot of us would LOVE to see what could be done with a minimal budget, say.. if I have less than $100 dollars to initially invest, just a cell phone or cheap camera that I already have... What could be the potential there for lighting and setup? Go farther and assume we don't have a grand office space to record in, (I record a lot of my videos in my car - but when it's 105ºF outside.. that's not practical)... I think THAT would be a VERY helpful video. Comments: Where did you get the metal topped riveted desk?? that looks wicked cool! And I caught the hint on that shiplap wall of a different style of... channel. Cannot wait to see what you have brewing there!
Also, I would LOVE to hear your favorite camera options (especially for folks on a tight budget). I've been using iPhone forever, especially since having the HDR option on iPhone 12. Currently, I'm using an iPhone 14 Pro Max, and I love it. As a drummer, I can film my playing for over an hour without issue, Airdrop the file to the computer (without the SD card mess), and then I can drag that video file right into Logic to sync my audio, and I'm good to go. The biggest issue I've had with DLSRs is the short maximum filming length (usually 15 minutes at 720p), but I would love to find a good DLSR that ups the visual quality of my videos.
A lot of successful channels on tik tok make videos every day with such a setup. They make videos inside a car and use a smartphone. You always ready to go in such conditionals
For me the biggest barrier is being enthusiastic about creating a video that does not get viewed. I spend a lot of time coming up with an idea, filming it, editing it, posting it and it hardly gets viewed which is a turn-off for sure. But I think, there is always room for improvement in all aspects.
I made two vids that I thought were my best and they have struggled to get any traction. Others that I feel are rather flawed have 150k 200k, 300k, 350k and 950k views. All are 25-35 minutes long. Getting miserably-poor views on something I've put a lot of effort into is certainly a bit of a downer, but just because it's about something I find fascinating, doesn't mean others feel the same. I know that if I put in less effort, that vid would probably get the same number of views despite the less-polished result and I could spend that time making more videos instead of getting that single vid to be as right as possible.
@@MachiningandMicrowaves Thank you for the feedback. I am going to start creating a bunch of videos while putting slightly less effort into creating them and focus more of the content and topic. This was very encouraging coming from an expert and a channel such as yours. You've got great viwe numbers. Mine is not even close to yours but I will try again and again. Thanks again.
@@SaroDogTraining Heh heh, my motto is "Don't follow me, I'm lost too", I have no idea what I'm doing, but I'm having huge fun. I'm definitely in danger of becoming a full-time content creator, but I'm taking baby steps towards it.
It's good to keep it up and it might blow up later. When views start coming to your channel you will want various videos for people to browse through right? Session time.
Yeah you should do research in your niche. Find a smaller channel like yours, with 50-90k subscribers, that has a recent video (within the last 8 months) that has huge views. When you find that you have a magic topic. Make a better video on the same topic. If you regularly do this research exercise you will not be throwing video into the void anymore. You will be creating something lots of people want to see. Wish you the best.
My biggest barrier in the last five years has been boundaries that other members of the household don't respect, such as turning up the TV to deafening levels when I'm recording, or by knocking on my door when I'm live streaming, the other barrier is having to set up the recording area over and over again, so I tend to do batch recording to compensate. As far as the other members of the household, I wait until I'm alone in the house, which is rare, and do a lot of videos. I wish it was easier.
I'd love to see a video with a bunch of channelmakers (us!) showing our cobbled-together set-ups. I'm especially interested in those who, like me, record in the middle of life's chaos --- no setting up required.
I bought a stand with a ring light last year for talking to camera bits at home. I inherited a clamp onto table phone holder from son who didn't want it any more. Great for filming from overhead for instruction video. Otherwise it's me & my phone predominantly ( have a gopro but don't use it much) I edit on my phone
Wow, this video is truly a crucial guide for success on RUclips! I appreciate how the speaker emphasizes creating content rather than waiting for perfection. The heartfelt message about overcoming both mental and physical barriers to start recording videos immediately is impactful. I also like how they share ideas on minimizing complications when filming in limited spaces. Truly motivating and helpful!
It's worth the effort because it saves a ton of time editing and the results are better. I've steadily increased the amount of effort I put into planning and scripting.
The problem is when you are a DIY channel and your home is your content, but it's a disaster area lol... And also, we don't all have a niche that does sit-down videos. So the challenge is having to change everything everyday and still have time to make content, edit it, and then get it out there. Not to mention thumbnails and keyword research.
Exactly! I feel like a lot of the advice that's out there is based on talking head videos and not necesarily videos where the project itself takes a week and then you're edititng 3 nights in a row till 3am to get it live and your family complains that the laundry hasnt been done... or is that just me? lol
@@Dutchfarmhouse Not just you! lol DIY is a tough gig man... the projects take so much work and then we still have to do all the same work as everyone else to get the video out! And I agree, I feel like ALL the RUclips advice out there is for talking head videos which is simply not something we can all do (all the time). I admit, I throw one in there every now and then to give myself a break. But they're not a regular form of content.
@@Carina_Rose I actually used to take a quick 2 or 3 second shot of myself to see if I was in frame before recording the actual thing. It’s annoying and feels time consuming but it’s better than having useless footage :D
Julie your channel looks lovely! I haven't watched any video yet, will check them from another account. I have had a crush in refinished furniture in the last months :), a bit hard to do it though in a smal 1bdr apartment on a tight budget. Hope the work you put in the channel will be justified soon.
@@LifeinGlow thanks so much! I totally understand. I do all the refinishing inside my house too with no work shop or garage. It's extremely inconvenient lol and makes a big mess. But it's so rewarding.
It is so true that it is most important to just create and share and learn as you grow. I make videos that I would enjoy watching and if I am only one watching that's ok...when others like and comment bonus!!
Videos about bare bones (and inexpensive) setups in small spaces would be great if that is within your wheelhouse. How do people without offices and spare rooms and garages do this efficiently? My biggest barrier is being pushed out of the spaces I set up by family members. Most recently I've been working out of a 4' x 4' corner in a converted shed. If I lose that space I'm not sure what I'll do. It's a real struggle to keep a work area that doesn't have interruptions, noise, or stored junk. (There is legitimately no space in my bedroom or in the house.) I realize mine are not common problems, but I think they're relatable to other creators who have very limited space.
same boat. I have my computer set up in a dining room in a two bedroom apartment. I bought a green screen to block my kitchen background. I have a bar stool dining table in my living room to make up for the dining room. I have no kids or anything, so what single bachelor needs a full dining room? However, yes small space video lol.
I think this is a common problem. Especially if you're not in the US with those big houses or if you have a family. There is competition for every square inch of space in my house.
My biggest barrier is running out of ideas. I have 400 videos and I'm finding I'm now having to double up on some of them, because, I'm running low on content ideas. But that's okay because some of those videos are old now, and need refreshing. I have a home office. One of my bedrooms is now my studio.
Great video. I have been struggling with this very issue. I'm primarily a DIY channel and I recently hit the 100k milestone and I really need to be more consistent but it literally take me about two hours to get the light right, get the sound right and frame myself right on video etc. By that time I'm often stressed and it probably shows in my videos. I really need to set up a permanent studio.
Your channel grew so fast! Did yoy unlist any videos? DIY can be quite demading also for storing different props and supplies. Making various angles requires more space. I have been putting off an idea of DIY which I love (not your type of content :), various practical crafts). it does not seem realistic to have it sustainable in my current living conditions. A few channels also would require much more time to run.
@@LifeinGlow I unlisted two videos so far. My 2nd and 7th one if I remember correctly. I did this because I really didn't think they were well done. My first video actually had only 3k views up until June and after two years it started to get a lot of action. I think its up to about 140k now. I guess never give up on a video. My shorts have done really well and are the primary reason for the channel growth. The trick seems to be converting shorts viewers to long form viewers. I started adding my shorts to TikTok and they have preformed even better over there where I have close to 200k followers now. TikTok just came out with a creativity bata and I was invited to join. This program for me has about a $1.00 RPM but only for videos over 60 seconds long. I posted my first video there and it's actually making decent money. Something to consider if you're on the platform. Good luck and keep on creating.
My greatest barrier to creation is finding time to prepare well-researched information while working a 60-hour a week job. Managing a law firm and a YT channel (effectively) sometimes requires more hours than there are in a given day. lol
Yeah. I don't know of any channels that really have solo creators these days (except Nate). It takes longer without a solo creator but then I feel a bit more intimate with the viewers
How nice that you have multi settings......I have a corner in my condo......guess that explains why my channel is still small after 2.5 years......thanks for further discouraging me further!
This video was very informative! Yes, make a video on how to make a kitchen good for video. Yes, make a video on how to do a minimal setup. I will follow Nate and see what he will be doing in the next few months but I am excited for the new Channel Makers videos! If they are as useful as this one - the channel has a bright future!
I have a storage room in my dept at school. I am headed up today to transform it into a video space. I need a space out of the way of my students so I can video lessons and demos quickly without having to set up and put up everything. Thanks for the inspiration! I'll do a quick before and after clip. School starts in a week!
Very interesting video! But don't forget many channel makers never stand behind a camera at their home and office. This is also something I thought of Nate's videos: they were to much oriented towards channels with people sitting at a desk. 99% of my recording is outside, and that means something totally different when it comes to filming or sound recording. It would be interesting to address this too!
I started recording with mic into my phone and then synchronizing the audio from the camera and phone. I found that helpful to get a good sound but also film in interesting places.
You don’t address creators that aren’t desk based or ways to make that active filming scenario easier. Lots of creators don’t/can’t have a dedicated space. Any tips?
We don't film in a studio. What questions do you have? Getting lighting right (we use the sun 99%) of the time and evenings are the best light for what we do) seems to be the trickiest.
One thing to remember is that a camera has a limited field of view and you can control where you point it. Nothing outside that field of view matters. I use the least-bad viewpoint in the room where I shoot. For lighting I use the room's own lighting with a ring light to get the shadows off my face. It's not a fancy blue-lit background but it's adequate.
@@SageandStoneHomestead I have an RV project/travel channel. There is no ready set stage to make my shots look good as we cram ourselves under the kitchen sink an make repairs. The travel stuff has less barriers to get motivated for filming because that part feels easier and is more fun.
Having to run my setup from scratch every single time I need to record and a dead slow pc that struggles to process 4k footage are my mental blocks. Looking forward to overcoming them soon, I mean I have made it this far 😊 1 year since I first hit that record button.
Agreed. It was a painful lesson to learn, but "Record the video despite not being ready" is a great way to start. The early videos will be bad, but they will improve. And you can always redo them later once you get the hang of things.
@@unclemick-synths Thanks, that's a good idea. Does it do any good to make the space around the recording area smaller, like with some sort of partition?
@@ThisGalTravels if it's sound-absorbing it can help. A duvet or moving blanket placed over something tall. Nothing with a hard surface or that will box-in the sound.
I would LOVE to have a set up of the kitchen. (After our mastermind I created this account to follow these channels that don't have to do with my baking niche.) I am thinking of mounting a light in my kitchen that is somehow hidden behind a swinging picture. Don't ask me how I would be able to do that BUT if I draw something, usually my husband can figure it out lol. I could show you multiple things in our house that I've drawn and he's made for us. Anyhow, enjoyed seeing the office set up. I make excuses not to film too. But the most is my inability to follow a step by step guide. I'm thinking of putting one big long one together so I know exactly what to do and where to put stuff to film.
My biggest challenge is that I have health conditions & its hard to predict how I'll feel from day to day. Plus two kids under 5 who make a lot of noise 😅 we did buy a samson q2u for my computer but the mic I have on my canon m50 still picks up some noise from the kids. So usually i try to wake up early, hope that I feel well enough physically, and then film before my kids wake up.
My barriers are feeling like I don't have everything set up perfectly, not keeping it set up because I don't like the "clutter," not feeling comfortable seeing myself on screen, and time. I have spent the past couple of weeks working through most of these things, and this video was perfect timing for me to now just hit record and start putting those videos out there!
I love thinking up ideas to film. My barrier is my recording space which has to be done in my garage where my track is. There is always something going on whether its the dogs barking in the house, my kids walking through my garage making noise or the triple digit heat or bitter cold. Im amazed I get anything done.
Currently working on the layout of video recording location, so this video helps to create a dedicated space I can just turn on and record. I was also thinking of canvas prints of my photos on the wall, so nice to see what you have been doing. This is the first day checking you guys out since Nate left. You guys with your new on camera team are wonderful. Currently binge watching your new content of the last few months. Thanks again.
To those of you that complain...hopefully this will be some tough, get up on the saddle type message. I have had cancer, broken my neck, and Sunday, I had a heart attack. I recorded today, right after getting home. Its probably crap, and Im taking my time to edit, so I dont stress out. Whenever its done, its done, cool, no pressure (while checking my blood pressure, no smoking..ish, and all the other issues). So, just do it. And for the love for all that is holy, dont hold back, speak your mind, don tbe the same. Now Im gonna go rest
If you could make a video about filming while a primary caregiver of two children under 6 ;) I'd watch that. It's a good advice, and a good exercise too.
Hey, I’d watch that too! (Three under five here 🙃) But I’m not sure any of the income school people could speak to that, as this is their job, not a side thing.
@@Homegrown_Hillary @TechieSewing feel you in this (I have 3 - 5 and younger)! I was just telling Nate the other day that young mom’s on RUclips are way under-served and un-targeted, and we had some really good discussions about it.
@@thatmelissablack yes! I’ve also noticed how a lot of income school’s test websites/channels have been suuuuper male-focused. (I know Anna is there!) but something in my gut (and what little I’ve played with on my own channel) tells me that men and women build online communities differently. I’d hoped the new test project wasn’t going to be woodworking or 4 wheeling or anything else so information archetype-y, but alas. Maybe the next project! Unless YOU are cooking up something? 🧐😊
@@Homegrown_Hillary I absolutely think men and women work differently. There is definitely overlap and things that apply to both. There is also much more that could be done for women and mothers. Women’s bodies are cyclical in nature. Men work on a 24 hour hormone cycle and women work on a 28 day hormone cycle! The typical 9-5 work schedule and work ethic is accommodating to the way a man’s body works. I’m definitely interested in exploring and testing helpful things for woman creators, so hopefully more of this will be seen in the future 💕
I find the lighting really hard to get right for filming crafty things on the table without getting too much shadowing from my hands. Would love a video on that. Would also love to know what equipment you are using
One inspiration for me is Willcraft. His animation quality wasn't the best, but his storytelling and characterization were practically top-notch - especially in his Monster School content (the very original Monster School content, not whatever garbage the ripoff channels are doing now). It got him a lot of popularity pretty fast.
My biggest barrier is coming up with ideas My second biggest barrier is research: I start doing research and I end up losing many hours in the research and not actually making a video lol
I really feel like the algorithm is sometimes unfair... for example my newest video got near zero impressions let alone views although it was probably the one with the most effort and in my opinion the best thumbnail. It just feels like YT is pushing videos at random sometimes. Does anyone have similar problems or know a way to improve impressions on videos?
I would love channel makers to cover this. Why do some videos get shown a lot more than others at the very start? My 4th and 5th video boomed (by my standards - out of nowhere) and every video since hasn't don't even half as well. In the first few hours, they had the same level of views, I woke up the next day and video 4 and 5 suddenly had 15,000 impressions to people and did decently. Most of the videos since are lucky if they get more than 1.5k impressions. Similar CTR, so percentage wise they're very similar. I just don't understand this element of RUclips.
It is extremely unfair...everyone has (in my case many) videos like that. I'm pretty certain what the issue is though with your title. "Life and legacy..." is not going to get you any search traffic and probably not many recommendations either. I imagine most of your viewers are coming through search. If you test it with tube buddy (there is a free version) you'll see that your title scores poorly on search while something like say "Abraham Lincoln biography" scores high.
Sometimes the ones that go further have picked up on a trend. Even if you don't realize it. Trending keywords spoken or in titles and thumbnails can push the algorithm into seeing it as something that will do well so it pushes it out further. If nobody clicks the impressions given, it does halt the exposure though. So titles and especially thumbnails are very important too. Nate has videos on this but I can't recall what he called them. It's one of his videos where he draws on the desk.
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6:28 yes please! I have to film in a tiny dark bedroom now, and I only have a very old phone to record and edit.. so old that it is nearly impossible to hook up a mic. I need a standalone mic that doesn't need to be connected to my phone..
Thank you for showing your amazing office. ❤ And you said the great point. There is a barrier between me making a great idea and the willingness to set up everything in our living room. Now I realize that to become a full time youtuber, it is necessary to be able to hit "record" in a second!😊
Great video, agree with some of the comments about creating a low budget version for new creators. I am just 4 months in and because my niche includes physical props, antiques and vintage, I have to do a lot of arranging and setup before each of my display videos. I am always out of space for my collections, so I need to get more organized. Fortunately my thrift haul videos are less scripted and don't have to be as tidy as the nature of thrifting is a bit chaotic. My biggest barrier is how I feel on a day and if I am ready to speak from the cuff..I don't like scripting, but I find it helps on those days that I am feeling a bit lazy or disorganized. Looking forward to more videos!
Hi Ricky, Robin here (Birdy on P24). That was definitely a good video. A tip I can pass on - I'm moving so it is crazy right now and I decided to use a photo of a place I normally film in front of and Canva's greenscreen background remover. It honestly did a good enough job that I could film from in front of my computer desk and stick the photo as the background and you really couldn't tell. But could you also do a few adjuncts to this one - what to do when you are moving (I'm in a major move interstate right now including Airbnb's along the way) and barriers for creative channel makers (sewist here - it just takes so long to do the tutorials). Video editing is also my biggest barrier as it takes me forever. I use Davinci Resolve 15 (18 is too much ram for my older computer) and I'm getting better (combining it with Descript right now) but I just am a one woman band and it takes me so long.
I might be in the minority, but I’d love to hear your thoughts on kitchen setups! Especially for making a “ready to film” space or system for a home kitchen that’s more often used to make, ya know, dinner. Lighting, angles, I’d love to hear your thoughts on everything! 😊
Video from home ended up against a blank wall in my bedroom as this allowed enough soft furnished sound dampening. I could sellotape my script to side of wardrobe. Had lovely backgrounds in kitchen and sunroom but had WAY too echo off hard surfaces. Most of my filming is done outside on sailboat/ marina as we are a sailing channel . Most of my home stuff was done in off season/ not sailing
These points are really good. I wasted 8 years before following through on a travel channel, because of money, little to no idea on what to vlog and lack of equipment. Today ,nothing can prevent me from pressing record on an adventure. If i can do it, i think others can follow through on their passion, too. If you plan it, put effort in it, you'll see results..
@@bbreak I agree, luck is a huge part of it. If i can give you advice.... you've been doing it a year. do it for another year. or 2. If its your passion, you have to be stubborn about it. REMEMBER, they told the Beatles they couldnt sing and had no chance for fame. There's a band called Modest Mouse and they're quite popular.....but they were making albums for 9 years before their music got played on the radio. You have to keep doing it, and Refuse to give up. Hope you read this
For me recording is the easy part. It's editing that takes forever and creates the most resistance. Mostly because as I've said on one of the community posts that what makes a good video is subjective so learning how to objectively make better videos is difficult and no one really talks about it.
I agree. I kinda hate scripting, but it's a necessary evil that makes recording more streamlined, which leads to making editing simpler. But I could record for hours happily. Usually excited to get started. But starting the edit is always heavily procrastinated on. Going through the footage, and cutting out what I need is probably the most daunting part. I love seeing it all come together though. And the ideas that come up mid-edit can be so fun to try and implement
if you have premiere pro, the latest text edit is a game changer, I remove all the pauses while watching tv which can take an hour alone! Since my raw footage can often be 45 mins +. And then when editing, all the repeats when I'm fumbling is way quicker than watching, pausing, editing over and over since I can just see the text and where I repeat myself and cut from there.
@@GadgetsGearCoffee Oh wow, I didn't know about that, I was using Adobe Audition to find and remove the silences. But you're saying that can all be done in Premiere now. I'm going to have to check that out 😁 Thank you 🏆 I'm still learning Premiere but all the little details like speech to text etc are really helping me streamline my workflow. But there's still so much left that I don't know
A dumb tip for all my fellow editing-haters : when you make a mistake while filming, clap twice close to your mic before you tell the previous bit again. Then, when you're ready to derush, start at the end and look at your sound graph to cut out mistakes (the bit behind the two sound spikes). It saves me quite a bit of time, and as a bonus I get to clap at my own mistakes.🤣
My barrier right now is having terrible hay fever! Nobody deserves to see me in this state. I found I was making excuses about it being Too Hard to set up for filming, so I set up a studio in a spare bedroom, with an electric powered rise and fall table, wall-mounted lighting booms, ceiling-mounted microphones and an IKEA Kallax backdrop with backlighting, then ran up some curtains for the walls and for a bit of sound treatment. I bought an old Sony a7s II that I have set up as a permanent 4k video camera for the studio, and use my a7 IV with a gimbal that's always ready to go for action shots, my phone for those sudden opportunities and a second permanently-installed a7s II for shots in my machine shop. I have an old ZV-1 that I use for second-angle shots. In another room there's my electronics assembly bench with a rigid inverted-U frame with a Noga-style arm and Arca-Swiss quick detach fittings so I can pop the a7 IV on it for overhead macro shots without any prep. I have wall-mounted lighting brackets for a pair of LED panels and a 100 watt brolly LED diffuser, plus a few adjustable spots. There's still a pile of work to do with sound treatment, I need some acoustic blankets and wall panels too. I use cheap 17 inch HDMI screens as monitors for the cameras, mounted on wall arms, plus I use remote control apps for the lights and cameras. That has taken away almost every possible excuse based around equipment, space and facilities, so now it's down to fighting my personal demons about not being good enough at sound, editing, presenting, scripting, business negotiation with sponsors and the need to get occasional sleep. Oh, and I need to finish setting up my electrochemistry lab, laser cutters, 3D printers and sheet metal gear in the second workshop and a metalcasting area, TIG/stick welding and grinding zone, plasma cutting and hydraulic press shop in the barn. Oh, and there's flights to book for the next visit to a manufacturer for a collab video. I'm sure creators who get videos out more regularly must have a team to do all this stuff. I have to do the housework and cooking and shopping and the Day Job as well, but my excuse for not getting a video out two weeks ago is hayfever, or the side-effects of the meds. Or something. Yeah, I need to stop making excuses and just get stuff done.
I just started. It’s a little rough, and I still have a long way to go. But I feel much better now that I’m uploading for sure. So this is definitely good advice
I agree with this. I have to share the area where I record with my wife and daughter (living room) and it used to be super annoying to start recording. Now I left some permanent lights mounted on my Uplift Desk which take only a corner of the room and move up and down along with my desk. I setup a permanent A-Cam and invested in a B-cam for B-Roll or second shots when I'm talking. In the future I have to have a place with a dedicated room where I turn on the lights, press record and I'm going.
I have no barriers except the RUclips algorithm that doesn't like me. I've made over 600 videos. My revenue is $ 1 Canadian per day, give or take. I have a green screen (painted wall, well lit). It allows me to create any setting I want.
The lights-the more light I use the more veins are visible on my hands,that’s so distracting while playing the piano,plus I panic that people might find it gross…🤕
Try softer lighting. I'm sure 99.99% of viewers don't even think about this, they just want to hear you play and watch your hands move over the keys. Edit: I took a look at your videos and there's nothing wrong with your hands even after you've drawn attention to them.
I'm too much of perfectionist to get enough content out. I have some sort of editing compulsive disorder. I cannot get videos "done" often enough to succeed. What makes it even harder is traveling full time and not having a consistent editing space.
Good advice! I'm just starting to make videos, and today I spent about 20 minutes trying to figure out how to make my phone stand upright so I could do a wide shot of myself working. I ended up using rubber bands to secure it to a small block of wood, and set it on a table. My light is daylight from the windows. I hope to get some traction with posting videos in the near future, and maybe then can justify buying actual gear! (BTW, You have a typo in your title card at 0:21. )
I'm transitioning from a cramped office to re-doing my basement as a dog training/filming room for my youtube channel. I would love more videos on setting up a room and equipment!
I wish I could get stuff set up in 10-15 minutes. Need to practice. Makeup is also a barrier for me. But if I'm being honest, it's the perfectionist one. 😖 It's so hard to publish something when you know you can do better.
Thanks for the video you were just talking to me At first i use to do videos in the living room which use to take me time to prepare for recording a video, I turned my small kitchen into my Studio but still struggling to just turn the computer on and my phone to video recording so that i can create content. But from now on not anymore excuses after watching this video.
My problem is I record soooo much footage… and then I get overwhelmed at the prospect of going back through and editing it. So my problem isn’t hitting record… it’s hitting “stop recording”, heading over to DVR, and starting (and finishing) the editing process.
I neglected to show it but in the Blackboard room, I’m also hanging a big green fabric screen for that very reason. We don’t use one often but we’d use it more if it were ready to use.
I have a roll-down green screen in front of my studio background, it only takes 10 seconds to deploy or remove it. Getting it 100% perfect needs some careful lighting though
Recording isn’t hard. But editing my footage and finding the story in it can be a challenge. I also have a phobia of being on camera, so that hinders my channel a bit. Most of “me” is voice over, because I’m just so awkward on camera.
@@bbreak I can totally relate. The amount of chicken videos that I have is endless. I could make a two hour chicken pooping montage. But I won’t. 😂🤷🏻♀️ I visited your channel and it sounds cool and interesting so you have a new subscriber. 🙂
Maybe you could do a couple different videos how to do a RUclips studio for $100 or less, $500 or less thousand dollars or less, or how to GO BIG!! Maybe like a series. And then, you could spotlight, each of the three following types of studios: 1. a podcast/ stationary, talking head studio, 2. a demonstration studio for those that do up close shots and don’t show their face i.e. making slime or soap or what have you, 3. A mobile studio for vloggers…maybe attachments they can add to a selfie stick, what type of microphones they can use that are reliable and some diffuse lighting or box lighting that is easy to set up and on stands Etc. etc.. please forgive any typos, voice texting. 😊
Space does seem to be one of my limiting factors for recording but more so than that is a sense of not being creative. I have topics/video ideas, I just want them to be shown in a specific way sometimes. That’s why I’ve gotten better at editing so that I can add a level of creativity that I couldn’t before.
My barrier to hitting record is my weight. I'm going to be launching a weight-loss channel based around a diet I've created aimed at older people who have been on and off diets all their lives. It has completely changed my life and my relationship with food, but I feel I need to be in great shape before I can sell my weight-loss plan to the world. If I start too soon and people see a guy who's lost some weight but there isn't the "WOW" factor, I'm concerned it will hobble my channel before it gets off the ground.
Ive had 100 million short views almost. Would love to talk to u guys about what works. Lmk i know nate wanter bothing to do w shorts but it xhanged my channel
We will be experimenting more with shorts for sure and would love to see what they've done for you! I'll add your yt username to our contacts so we can reach out at some point!
The other challenge is to create content for a LONG TIME and GET BETTER over time... This one's hard hard hard. I'm going to throw up if I have to edit another short!
It's ok for people who have a dedicated space for filming but I film in my living room with noisy neighbours so have to wait for moments when people don't have their tv on and stuff. I also cant batch record when conditions are ok because i physically make things and that takes time.
What is the biggest barrier for you that stops you from recording?
Time and Energy
@@MyRetroLife Those are huge ones! Thanks for sharing.
@@TrailTime.can you move on already ?
Time is my biggest one! I have successfully posted every Sunday for 3 months now. Which is a huge achievement for me. And your tip #2 is so relevant. I leave a tripod and light set up at all times. When I had to move them, it made everything that much harder because they're tedious to set up in a small space. Set and forget, and it makes the workflow so much better!!
My next biggest barrier is trying to refine my script and make it engaging and impactful. I've been using AI for assistance, but it's so time consuming, but I feel like this is one of those areas where it's worth putting in the additional effort. Editing is easy for me as it's my part time job and has been for a while. But scripting and developing a story is HARD. Would love to know what you guys do when developing a video concept and script if you guys could share that process somehow?
My biggest barrier was and is (aside from my day job and RL responsibilities taking all my time) perfectionism. I loved writing in school, so after Let's Plays, which were stress relief only, I did a few scripted videos and loved it. But, as I wanted to do more of that, my usual perfectionism set in and I struggled to finish scripts at all. It's been a general problem of mine with any project I perceive as "big" and it always creeps up as soon as I "take something seriously".
Not gonna lie; this is still very disorienting as I legit thought this "set" was Nate's home/dedicated filming space. 😐 Either way, thanks for showing us the different setups and behind-the-scenes. I agree, filming is easier when you have a pre-thought-out space ready to go with little to no barriers to filming.
Me too! Had no idea this was not Nate’s home .that was part of the charm
THIS is what I think A LOT of viewers would like to see : You've got a fantastic setup, looks to be a good multi-thousand dollar set up (which is awesome!), however, I think a lot of us would LOVE to see what could be done with a minimal budget, say.. if I have less than $100 dollars to initially invest, just a cell phone or cheap camera that I already have... What could be the potential there for lighting and setup? Go farther and assume we don't have a grand office space to record in, (I record a lot of my videos in my car - but when it's 105ºF outside.. that's not practical)... I think THAT would be a VERY helpful video.
Comments: Where did you get the metal topped riveted desk?? that looks wicked cool! And I caught the hint on that shiplap wall of a different style of... channel. Cannot wait to see what you have brewing there!
Yes. Agreed on budget type videos.
I caught that too! Woodworking? Man, my husband would love that 😂
My dude! We have a spelling error at 00:20. If you need a proofreader (or a copywriter), don't hesitate to reach out.
Also, I would LOVE to hear your favorite camera options (especially for folks on a tight budget). I've been using iPhone forever, especially since having the HDR option on iPhone 12. Currently, I'm using an iPhone 14 Pro Max, and I love it. As a drummer, I can film my playing for over an hour without issue, Airdrop the file to the computer (without the SD card mess), and then I can drag that video file right into Logic to sync my audio, and I'm good to go. The biggest issue I've had with DLSRs is the short maximum filming length (usually 15 minutes at 720p), but I would love to find a good DLSR that ups the visual quality of my videos.
Paying respect to Nate and tuning in 🤣✌🏻
Same 😊
Lol Olley 😂
@@GregPreece 🤣
Same
Same here
A lot of successful channels on tik tok make videos every day with such a setup. They make videos inside a car and use a smartphone. You always ready to go in such conditionals
For me the biggest barrier is being enthusiastic about creating a video that does not get viewed. I spend a lot of time coming up with an idea, filming it, editing it, posting it and it hardly gets viewed which is a turn-off for sure. But I think, there is always room for improvement in all aspects.
I made two vids that I thought were my best and they have struggled to get any traction. Others that I feel are rather flawed have 150k 200k, 300k, 350k and 950k views. All are 25-35 minutes long. Getting miserably-poor views on something I've put a lot of effort into is certainly a bit of a downer, but just because it's about something I find fascinating, doesn't mean others feel the same. I know that if I put in less effort, that vid would probably get the same number of views despite the less-polished result and I could spend that time making more videos instead of getting that single vid to be as right as possible.
@@MachiningandMicrowaves Thank you for the feedback. I am going to start creating a bunch of videos while putting slightly less effort into creating them and focus more of the content and topic. This was very encouraging coming from an expert and a channel such as yours. You've got great viwe numbers. Mine is not even close to yours but I will try again and again. Thanks again.
@@SaroDogTraining Heh heh, my motto is "Don't follow me, I'm lost too", I have no idea what I'm doing, but I'm having huge fun. I'm definitely in danger of becoming a full-time content creator, but I'm taking baby steps towards it.
It's good to keep it up and it might blow up later. When views start coming to your channel you will want various videos for people to browse through right? Session time.
Yeah you should do research in your niche. Find a smaller channel like yours, with 50-90k subscribers, that has a recent video (within the last 8 months) that has huge views. When you find that you have a magic topic. Make a better video on the same topic. If you regularly do this research exercise you will not be throwing video into the void anymore. You will be creating something lots of people want to see. Wish you the best.
My biggest barrier in the last five years has been boundaries that other members of the household don't respect, such as turning up the TV to deafening levels when I'm recording, or by knocking on my door when I'm live streaming, the other barrier is having to set up the recording area over and over again, so I tend to do batch recording to compensate. As far as the other members of the household, I wait until I'm alone in the house, which is rare, and do a lot of videos. I wish it was easier.
I'd love to see a video with a bunch of channelmakers (us!) showing our cobbled-together set-ups. I'm especially interested in those who, like me, record in the middle of life's chaos --- no setting up required.
I bought a stand with a ring light last year for talking to camera bits at home.
I inherited a clamp onto table phone holder from son who didn't want it any more. Great for filming from overhead for instruction video.
Otherwise it's me & my phone predominantly ( have a gopro but don't use it much) I edit on my phone
love this idea. I still record with two iphones and two Canvas llight rigs, that's it. No plans of changing anytime soon
I already played music 50 years. I decided in April to share. And help musicians. ❤
Wow, this video is truly a crucial guide for success on RUclips! I appreciate how the speaker emphasizes creating content rather than waiting for perfection. The heartfelt message about overcoming both mental and physical barriers to start recording videos immediately is impactful. I also like how they share ideas on minimizing complications when filming in limited spaces. Truly motivating and helpful!
Bro literally hooked us with the title to show his setup your 😂
My biggest barrier is having my scripts ready to go and rehearsing them prior to filming.
It's worth the effort because it saves a ton of time editing and the results are better. I've steadily increased the amount of effort I put into planning and scripting.
Where's the other guy, I remember this channel was run by a different dude :)
To all small youtubers out there like me, we will be successful someday, claim it❤
Paying respect to Nate and tuning in
The problem is when you are a DIY channel and your home is your content, but it's a disaster area lol... And also, we don't all have a niche that does sit-down videos. So the challenge is having to change everything everyday and still have time to make content, edit it, and then get it out there. Not to mention thumbnails and keyword research.
Exactly! I feel like a lot of the advice that's out there is based on talking head videos and not necesarily videos where the project itself takes a week and then you're edititng 3 nights in a row till 3am to get it live and your family complains that the laundry hasnt been done... or is that just me? lol
@@Dutchfarmhouse Not just you! lol DIY is a tough gig man... the projects take so much work and then we still have to do all the same work as everyone else to get the video out! And I agree, I feel like ALL the RUclips advice out there is for talking head videos which is simply not something we can all do (all the time). I admit, I throw one in there every now and then to give myself a break. But they're not a regular form of content.
@@Carina_Rose I actually used to take a quick 2 or 3 second shot of myself to see if I was in frame before recording the actual thing. It’s annoying and feels time consuming but it’s better than having useless footage :D
Julie your channel looks lovely! I haven't watched any video yet, will check them from another account. I have had a crush in refinished furniture in the last months :), a bit hard to do it though in a smal 1bdr apartment on a tight budget.
Hope the work you put in the channel will be justified soon.
@@LifeinGlow thanks so much! I totally understand. I do all the refinishing inside my house too with no work shop or garage. It's extremely inconvenient lol and makes a big mess. But it's so rewarding.
It is so true that it is most important to just create and share and learn as you grow. I make videos that I would enjoy watching and if I am only one watching that's ok...when others like and comment bonus!!
Please have someone do a video on how to do that blackboard. Whiteboards always have nasty glare and look so flat.
This video made me more scared about starting a youtube channel when I saw the full setup and gears you have at your studio
Thanks for the good conversation and the tour👍
I like that kitchen setup idea. If you were able to do niche-specific setups: gamers, crafters, cooking that would help out a lot.
Videos about bare bones (and inexpensive) setups in small spaces would be great if that is within your wheelhouse. How do people without offices and spare rooms and garages do this efficiently? My biggest barrier is being pushed out of the spaces I set up by family members. Most recently I've been working out of a 4' x 4' corner in a converted shed. If I lose that space I'm not sure what I'll do. It's a real struggle to keep a work area that doesn't have interruptions, noise, or stored junk. (There is legitimately no space in my bedroom or in the house.) I realize mine are not common problems, but I think they're relatable to other creators who have very limited space.
same boat. I have my computer set up in a dining room in a two bedroom apartment. I bought a green screen to block my kitchen background. I have a bar stool dining table in my living room to make up for the dining room. I have no kids or anything, so what single bachelor needs a full dining room? However, yes small space video lol.
I think this is a common problem. Especially if you're not in the US with those big houses or if you have a family. There is competition for every square inch of space in my house.
@@millionairemoxie I didn't mention the hoarders haha :)
My biggest barrier is running out of ideas. I have 400 videos and I'm finding I'm now having to double up on some of them, because, I'm running low on content ideas. But that's okay because some of those videos are old now, and need refreshing. I have a home office. One of my bedrooms is now my studio.
Great video. I have been struggling with this very issue. I'm primarily a DIY channel and I recently hit the 100k milestone and I really need to be more consistent but it literally take me about two hours to get the light right, get the sound right and frame myself right on video etc. By that time I'm often stressed and it probably shows in my videos. I really need to set up a permanent studio.
Your channel grew so fast! Did yoy unlist any videos?
DIY can be quite demading also for storing different props and supplies. Making various angles requires more space. I have been putting off an idea of DIY which I love (not your type of content :), various practical crafts). it does not seem realistic to have it sustainable in my current living conditions. A few channels also would require much more time to run.
@@LifeinGlow I unlisted two videos so far. My 2nd and 7th one if I remember correctly. I did this because I really didn't think they were well done. My first video actually had only 3k views up until June and after two years it started to get a lot of action. I think its up to about 140k now. I guess never give up on a video. My shorts have done really well and are the primary reason for the channel growth. The trick seems to be converting shorts viewers to long form viewers. I started adding my shorts to TikTok and they have preformed even better over there where I have close to 200k followers now. TikTok just came out with a creativity bata and I was invited to join. This program for me has about a $1.00 RPM but only for videos over 60 seconds long. I posted my first video there and it's actually making decent money. Something to consider if you're on the platform. Good luck and keep on creating.
Gonna Miss Nate but a still Great First Video after him!
My greatest barrier to creation is finding time to prepare well-researched information while working a 60-hour a week job. Managing a law firm and a YT channel (effectively) sometimes requires more hours than there are in a given day. lol
Just treat it like billable time!
what happened to all the older videos? I was trying to find one in particular and it seems to have been removed.
We removed the old videos from the channel as part of a channel pivot.
For solo creators, it can be challenging to switch from "crew" to "talent" and having a dedicated space ready to go certainly makes that easier!
Yeah. I don't know of any channels that really have solo creators these days (except Nate). It takes longer without a solo creator but then I feel a bit more intimate with the viewers
How nice that you have multi settings......I have a corner in my condo......guess that explains why my channel is still small after 2.5 years......thanks for further discouraging me further!
I started using a cell phone at a desk. Don’t let your situation hold you back.
This video was very informative!
Yes, make a video on how to make a kitchen good for video.
Yes, make a video on how to do a minimal setup.
I will follow Nate and see what he will be doing in the next few months but I am excited for the new Channel Makers videos!
If they are as useful as this one - the channel has a bright future!
Excited about the new videos, thank you!
I have a storage room in my dept at school. I am headed up today to transform it into a video space. I need a space out of the way of my students so I can video lessons and demos quickly without having to set up and put up everything. Thanks for the inspiration! I'll do a quick before and after clip. School starts in a week!
Very interesting video! But don't forget many channel makers never stand behind a camera at their home and office. This is also something I thought of Nate's videos: they were to much oriented towards channels with people sitting at a desk.
99% of my recording is outside, and that means something totally different when it comes to filming or sound recording. It would be interesting to address this too!
I started recording with mic into my phone and then synchronizing the audio from the camera and phone. I found that helpful to get a good sound but also film in interesting places.
You don’t address creators that aren’t desk based or ways to make that active filming scenario easier. Lots of creators don’t/can’t have a dedicated space. Any tips?
We don't film in a studio. What questions do you have? Getting lighting right (we use the sun 99%) of the time and evenings are the best light for what we do) seems to be the trickiest.
Good point! We have some things on outdoor filming in the works so hang tight.
One thing to remember is that a camera has a limited field of view and you can control where you point it. Nothing outside that field of view matters. I use the least-bad viewpoint in the room where I shoot.
For lighting I use the room's own lighting with a ring light to get the shadows off my face. It's not a fancy blue-lit background but it's adequate.
@@SageandStoneHomestead I have an RV project/travel channel. There is no ready set stage to make my shots look good as we cram ourselves under the kitchen sink an make repairs. The travel stuff has less barriers to get motivated for filming because that part feels easier and is more fun.
Having to run my setup from scratch every single time I need to record and a dead slow pc that struggles to process 4k footage are my mental blocks. Looking forward to overcoming them soon, I mean I have made it this far 😊 1 year since I first hit that record button.
Agreed. It was a painful lesson to learn, but "Record the video despite not being ready" is a great way to start. The early videos will be bad, but they will improve. And you can always redo them later once you get the hang of things.
I would love a video about a basic set-up. At this stage I am recording in daylight on my phone 😂
Wowsers that black board is soooo cool
I would like to know how to set up a studio cheaply. How can I make a small portion of an empty room usable and sound dampened?
Some RUclipsrs place duvets and blankets around to absorb sound. If it's off-screen, it doesn't matter what it looks like.
@@unclemick-synths Thanks, that's a good idea. Does it do any good to make the space around the recording area smaller, like with some sort of partition?
@@ThisGalTravels if it's sound-absorbing it can help. A duvet or moving blanket placed over something tall. Nothing with a hard surface or that will box-in the sound.
@@unclemick-synths got it.
I can walk into my space, hit the lights and record one of my videos in about 45 seconds. Green screen, key light, fill light, camera rolling.
Beautiful
Now we are talking ChannelMakers.
I would LOVE to have a set up of the kitchen. (After our mastermind I created this account to follow these channels that don't have to do with my baking niche.) I am thinking of mounting a light in my kitchen that is somehow hidden behind a swinging picture. Don't ask me how I would be able to do that BUT if I draw something, usually my husband can figure it out lol. I could show you multiple things in our house that I've drawn and he's made for us. Anyhow, enjoyed seeing the office set up. I make excuses not to film too. But the most is my inability to follow a step by step guide. I'm thinking of putting one big long one together so I know exactly what to do and where to put stuff to film.
My biggest challenge is that I have health conditions & its hard to predict how I'll feel from day to day. Plus two kids under 5 who make a lot of noise 😅 we did buy a samson q2u for my computer but the mic I have on my canon m50 still picks up some noise from the kids. So usually i try to wake up early, hope that I feel well enough physically, and then film before my kids wake up.
My barriers are feeling like I don't have everything set up perfectly, not keeping it set up because I don't like the "clutter," not feeling comfortable seeing myself on screen, and time. I have spent the past couple of weeks working through most of these things, and this video was perfect timing for me to now just hit record and start putting those videos out there!
I'd love to see kitchen stuff. That kitchen looked kind of epic. 4:06
I love thinking up ideas to film. My barrier is my recording space which has to be done in my garage where my track is. There is always something going on whether its the dogs barking in the house, my kids walking through my garage making noise or the triple digit heat or bitter cold. Im amazed I get anything done.
What kind of camera are you using?
Sony alpha 6600. They’re perfect for us but pricey for people just getting started.
you are really helping video creator channel, thank for this video my friend
Currently working on the layout of video recording location, so this video helps to create a dedicated space I can just turn on and record. I was also thinking of canvas prints of my photos on the wall, so nice to see what you have been doing. This is the first day checking you guys out since Nate left. You guys with your new on camera team are wonderful. Currently binge watching your new content of the last few months. Thanks again.
would love tips on making videos in a really SMALL kitchen
To those of you that complain...hopefully this will be some tough, get up on the saddle type message.
I have had cancer, broken my neck, and Sunday, I had a heart attack. I recorded today, right after getting home. Its probably crap, and Im taking my time to edit, so I dont stress out. Whenever its done, its done, cool, no pressure (while checking my blood pressure, no smoking..ish, and all the other issues).
So, just do it. And for the love for all that is holy, dont hold back, speak your mind, don tbe the same. Now Im gonna go rest
If you could make a video about filming while a primary caregiver of two children under 6 ;) I'd watch that.
It's a good advice, and a good exercise too.
Hey, I’d watch that too! (Three under five here 🙃) But I’m not sure any of the income school people could speak to that, as this is their job, not a side thing.
@@Homegrown_Hillary @TechieSewing feel you in this (I have 3 - 5 and younger)! I was just telling Nate the other day that young mom’s on RUclips are way under-served and un-targeted, and we had some really good discussions about it.
@@thatmelissablack yes! I’ve also noticed how a lot of income school’s test websites/channels have been suuuuper male-focused. (I know Anna is there!) but something in my gut (and what little I’ve played with on my own channel) tells me that men and women build online communities differently. I’d hoped the new test project wasn’t going to be woodworking or 4 wheeling or anything else so information archetype-y, but alas. Maybe the next project!
Unless YOU are cooking up something? 🧐😊
@@Homegrown_Hillary I absolutely think men and women work differently. There is definitely overlap and things that apply to both. There is also much more that could be done for women and mothers. Women’s bodies are cyclical in nature. Men work on a 24 hour hormone cycle and women work on a 28 day hormone cycle! The typical 9-5 work schedule and work ethic is accommodating to the way a man’s body works. I’m definitely interested in exploring and testing helpful things for woman creators, so hopefully more of this will be seen in the future 💕
@@thatmelissablack toootally agree. Sounds good! 💕
I find the lighting really hard to get right for filming crafty things on the table without getting too much shadowing from my hands. Would love a video on that. Would also love to know what equipment you are using
My biggest barrier is not having the money for a better camera and computer. With my type of channel, perfect quality is a requirement.
One inspiration for me is Willcraft. His animation quality wasn't the best, but his storytelling and characterization were practically top-notch - especially in his Monster School content (the very original Monster School content, not whatever garbage the ripoff channels are doing now). It got him a lot of popularity pretty fast.
My biggest barrier is coming up with ideas
My second biggest barrier is research: I start doing research and I end up losing many hours in the research and not actually making a video lol
I really feel like the algorithm is sometimes unfair... for example my newest video got near zero impressions let alone views although it was probably the one with the most effort and in my opinion the best thumbnail. It just feels like YT is pushing videos at random sometimes. Does anyone have similar problems or know a way to improve impressions on videos?
I would love channel makers to cover this. Why do some videos get shown a lot more than others at the very start? My 4th and 5th video boomed (by my standards - out of nowhere) and every video since hasn't don't even half as well. In the first few hours, they had the same level of views, I woke up the next day and video 4 and 5 suddenly had 15,000 impressions to people and did decently. Most of the videos since are lucky if they get more than 1.5k impressions. Similar CTR, so percentage wise they're very similar. I just don't understand this element of RUclips.
It is extremely unfair...everyone has (in my case many) videos like that. I'm pretty certain what the issue is though with your title. "Life and legacy..." is not going to get you any search traffic and probably not many recommendations either. I imagine most of your viewers are coming through search. If you test it with tube buddy (there is a free version) you'll see that your title scores poorly on search while something like say "Abraham Lincoln biography" scores high.
Sometimes the ones that go further have picked up on a trend. Even if you don't realize it. Trending keywords spoken or in titles and thumbnails can push the algorithm into seeing it as something that will do well so it pushes it out further. If nobody clicks the impressions given, it does halt the exposure though. So titles and especially thumbnails are very important too. Nate has videos on this but I can't recall what he called them. It's one of his videos where he draws on the desk.
@@archvaldor Thanks I will change that, good tip :) But usually I get most of my views from recommendations...
It's important to remember the algorithm exists to serve the viewers, not the creators.
Gonna miss Nàte❤
Let's move forward ⏩
No matter what happens, Channel Maker will still be our great source of practical wisdom in pursuit of viewers satisfactions 💪❤️
He created his own channel, I don't remember the last name, but it is called "Nate something" :)
@@LearnSpanishOnlineNate Black
I think we benefit in having both Channel Makers and Nate's channel. Two sources of good advie to add to VidIQ and Think Media
6:28 yes please! I have to film in a tiny dark bedroom now, and I only have a very old phone to record and edit.. so old that it is nearly impossible to hook up a mic. I need a standalone mic that doesn't need to be connected to my phone..
Thank you for showing your amazing office. ❤ And you said the great point. There is a barrier between me making a great idea and the willingness to set up everything in our living room. Now I realize that to become a full time youtuber, it is necessary to be able to hit "record" in a second!😊
That setup barrier is 100% legit. My number one excuse atm - lol
Great video, agree with some of the comments about creating a low budget version for new creators. I am just 4 months in and because my niche includes physical props, antiques and vintage, I have to do a lot of arranging and setup before each of my display videos. I am always out of space for my collections, so I need to get more organized. Fortunately my thrift haul videos are less scripted and don't have to be as tidy as the nature of thrifting is a bit chaotic. My biggest barrier is how I feel on a day and if I am ready to speak from the cuff..I don't like scripting, but I find it helps on those days that I am feeling a bit lazy or disorganized. Looking forward to more videos!
Thanks for the awesome video! Sorry there are some crybabies about Nate. He's great, but so are YOU!!!
Thank you! We won’t let you down.
@@ChannelMakers 💃😃
@@TheLynxTarot I thought your comment was a bit harsh until I got down to those comments! 😀
Excellent tour of so many varied options, thank you!!
Hi Ricky, Robin here (Birdy on P24). That was definitely a good video. A tip I can pass on - I'm moving so it is crazy right now and I decided to use a photo of a place I normally film in front of and Canva's greenscreen background remover. It honestly did a good enough job that I could film from in front of my computer desk and stick the photo as the background and you really couldn't tell. But could you also do a few adjuncts to this one - what to do when you are moving (I'm in a major move interstate right now including Airbnb's along the way) and barriers for creative channel makers (sewist here - it just takes so long to do the tutorials). Video editing is also my biggest barrier as it takes me forever. I use Davinci Resolve 15 (18 is too much ram for my older computer) and I'm getting better (combining it with Descript right now) but I just am a one woman band and it takes me so long.
I might be in the minority, but I’d love to hear your thoughts on kitchen setups! Especially for making a “ready to film” space or system for a home kitchen that’s more often used to make, ya know, dinner. Lighting, angles, I’d love to hear your thoughts on everything! 😊
I second that - my kitchen is small and hard to shoot in.
I third that!!!!
oh me too!
Video from home ended up against a blank wall in my bedroom as this allowed enough soft furnished sound dampening. I could sellotape my script to side of wardrobe.
Had lovely backgrounds in kitchen and sunroom but had WAY too echo off hard surfaces.
Most of my filming is done outside on sailboat/ marina as we are a sailing channel . Most of my home stuff was done in off season/ not sailing
Love this! Thank you! 🙌
Great Video … My biggest barrier is being SO tired at the end of the day to make a video
This was a helpful video. One of my barriers is not having my filming space set up and this gave me some motivation and ideas to fix that, so thanks!
Hey brooo, it's nice to see you on a vídeo again xD
My biggest barrier I guess is getting ready, fully dressed up and everything. I always have ideas when I look like shit...
These points are really good. I wasted 8 years before following through on a travel channel, because of money, little to no idea on what to vlog and lack of equipment. Today ,nothing can prevent me from pressing record on an adventure. If i can do it, i think others can follow through on their passion, too. If you plan it, put effort in it, you'll see results..
@@bbreak I agree, luck is a huge part of it. If i can give you advice.... you've been doing it a year. do it for another year. or 2. If its your passion, you have to be stubborn about it. REMEMBER, they told the Beatles they couldnt sing and had no chance for fame. There's a band called Modest Mouse and they're quite popular.....but they were making albums for 9 years before their music got played on the radio. You have to keep doing it, and Refuse to give up. Hope you read this
I love your humour, this was fun to watch!
For me recording is the easy part.
It's editing that takes forever and creates the most resistance.
Mostly because as I've said on one of the community posts that what makes a good video is subjective so learning how to objectively make better videos is difficult and no one really talks about it.
I agree. I kinda hate scripting, but it's a necessary evil that makes recording more streamlined, which leads to making editing simpler.
But I could record for hours happily. Usually excited to get started. But starting the edit is always heavily procrastinated on. Going through the footage, and cutting out what I need is probably the most daunting part.
I love seeing it all come together though. And the ideas that come up mid-edit can be so fun to try and implement
if you have premiere pro, the latest text edit is a game changer, I remove all the pauses while watching tv which can take an hour alone! Since my raw footage can often be 45 mins +. And then when editing, all the repeats when I'm fumbling is way quicker than watching, pausing, editing over and over since I can just see the text and where I repeat myself and cut from there.
@@GadgetsGearCoffee Oh wow, I didn't know about that, I was using Adobe Audition to find and remove the silences. But you're saying that can all be done in Premiere now. I'm going to have to check that out 😁 Thank you 🏆
I'm still learning Premiere but all the little details like speech to text etc are really helping me streamline my workflow. But there's still so much left that I don't know
A dumb tip for all my fellow editing-haters : when you make a mistake while filming, clap twice close to your mic before you tell the previous bit again. Then, when you're ready to derush, start at the end and look at your sound graph to cut out mistakes (the bit behind the two sound spikes). It saves me quite a bit of time, and as a bonus I get to clap at my own mistakes.🤣
My barrier right now is having terrible hay fever! Nobody deserves to see me in this state. I found I was making excuses about it being Too Hard to set up for filming, so I set up a studio in a spare bedroom, with an electric powered rise and fall table, wall-mounted lighting booms, ceiling-mounted microphones and an IKEA Kallax backdrop with backlighting, then ran up some curtains for the walls and for a bit of sound treatment. I bought an old Sony a7s II that I have set up as a permanent 4k video camera for the studio, and use my a7 IV with a gimbal that's always ready to go for action shots, my phone for those sudden opportunities and a second permanently-installed a7s II for shots in my machine shop. I have an old ZV-1 that I use for second-angle shots. In another room there's my electronics assembly bench with a rigid inverted-U frame with a Noga-style arm and Arca-Swiss quick detach fittings so I can pop the a7 IV on it for overhead macro shots without any prep. I have wall-mounted lighting brackets for a pair of LED panels and a 100 watt brolly LED diffuser, plus a few adjustable spots. There's still a pile of work to do with sound treatment, I need some acoustic blankets and wall panels too. I use cheap 17 inch HDMI screens as monitors for the cameras, mounted on wall arms, plus I use remote control apps for the lights and cameras. That has taken away almost every possible excuse based around equipment, space and facilities, so now it's down to fighting my personal demons about not being good enough at sound, editing, presenting, scripting, business negotiation with sponsors and the need to get occasional sleep. Oh, and I need to finish setting up my electrochemistry lab, laser cutters, 3D printers and sheet metal gear in the second workshop and a metalcasting area, TIG/stick welding and grinding zone, plasma cutting and hydraulic press shop in the barn. Oh, and there's flights to book for the next visit to a manufacturer for a collab video. I'm sure creators who get videos out more regularly must have a team to do all this stuff. I have to do the housework and cooking and shopping and the Day Job as well, but my excuse for not getting a video out two weeks ago is hayfever, or the side-effects of the meds. Or something. Yeah, I need to stop making excuses and just get stuff done.
I wanted to ask, which lights do you recommend for beginner :D
I just started. It’s a little rough, and I still have a long way to go. But I feel much better now that I’m uploading for sure. So this is definitely good advice
Great tips. I liked the behind the scenes tour of your new office.
I agree with this. I have to share the area where I record with my wife and daughter (living room) and it used to be super annoying to start recording. Now I left some permanent lights mounted on my Uplift Desk which take only a corner of the room and move up and down along with my desk. I setup a permanent A-Cam and invested in a B-cam for B-Roll or second shots when I'm talking. In the future I have to have a place with a dedicated room where I turn on the lights, press record and I'm going.
I have no barriers except the RUclips algorithm that doesn't like me. I've made over 600 videos. My revenue is $ 1 Canadian per day, give or take. I have a green screen (painted wall, well lit). It allows me to create any setting I want.
The lights-the more light I use the more veins are visible on my hands,that’s so distracting while playing the piano,plus I panic that people might find it gross…🤕
Try softer lighting. I'm sure 99.99% of viewers don't even think about this, they just want to hear you play and watch your hands move over the keys.
Edit: I took a look at your videos and there's nothing wrong with your hands even after you've drawn attention to them.
@@unclemick-synths Thanks!I tried it and worked!!!👍❤️
I'm too much of perfectionist to get enough content out. I have some sort of editing compulsive disorder. I cannot get videos "done" often enough to succeed. What makes it even harder is traveling full time and not having a consistent editing space.
Good advice! I'm just starting to make videos, and today I spent about 20 minutes trying to figure out how to make my phone stand upright so I could do a wide shot of myself working. I ended up using rubber bands to secure it to a small block of wood, and set it on a table. My light is daylight from the windows. I hope to get some traction with posting videos in the near future, and maybe then can justify buying actual gear! (BTW, You have a typo in your title card at 0:21. )
oops. sorry about the typo 🙃 And you've got this! I love the creative approach you took to get the shot you wanted!
I'm transitioning from a cramped office to re-doing my basement as a dog training/filming room for my youtube channel. I would love more videos on setting up a room and equipment!
I wish I could get stuff set up in 10-15 minutes. Need to practice. Makeup is also a barrier for me. But if I'm being honest, it's the perfectionist one. 😖 It's so hard to publish something when you know you can do better.
Thanks for the video you were just talking to me
At first i use to do videos in the living room which use to take me time to prepare for recording a video, I turned my small kitchen into my Studio but still struggling to just turn the computer on and my phone to video recording so that i can create content. But from now on not anymore excuses after watching this video.
My problem is I record soooo much footage… and then I get overwhelmed at the prospect of going back through and editing it. So my problem isn’t hitting record… it’s hitting “stop recording”, heading over to DVR, and starting (and finishing) the editing process.
for videos You can also use green background and replace it with anything You want in post production 😀
I neglected to show it but in the Blackboard room, I’m also hanging a big green fabric screen for that very reason. We don’t use one often but we’d use it more if it were ready to use.
I have a roll-down green screen in front of my studio background, it only takes 10 seconds to deploy or remove it. Getting it 100% perfect needs some careful lighting though
Recording isn’t hard. But editing my footage and finding the story in it can be a challenge. I also have a phobia of being on camera, so that hinders my channel a bit. Most of “me” is voice over, because I’m just so awkward on camera.
@@bbreak I can totally relate. The amount of chicken videos that I have is endless. I could make a two hour chicken pooping montage. But I won’t. 😂🤷🏻♀️
I visited your channel and it sounds cool and interesting so you have a new subscriber. 🙂
@@bbreak 😂😂😂 I do have a short of it and it did a lot better than most. Figures…right? 😂🤷🏻♀️
Maybe you could do a couple different videos how to do a RUclips studio for $100 or less, $500 or less thousand dollars or less, or how to GO BIG!! Maybe like a series. And then, you could spotlight, each of the three following types of studios:
1. a podcast/ stationary, talking head studio,
2. a demonstration studio for those that do up close shots and don’t show their face i.e. making slime or soap or what have you,
3. A mobile studio for vloggers…maybe attachments they can add to a selfie stick, what type of microphones they can use that are reliable and some diffuse lighting or box lighting that is easy to set up and on stands Etc. etc.. please forgive any typos, voice texting. 😊
Space does seem to be one of my limiting factors for recording but more so than that is a sense of not being creative. I have topics/video ideas, I just want them to be shown in a specific way sometimes. That’s why I’ve gotten better at editing so that I can add a level of creativity that I couldn’t before.
Thanks for the tips. 👍
My barrier to hitting record is my weight. I'm going to be launching a weight-loss channel based around a diet I've created aimed at older people who have been on and off diets all their lives. It has completely changed my life and my relationship with food, but I feel I need to be in great shape before I can sell my weight-loss plan to the world. If I start too soon and people see a guy who's lost some weight but there isn't the "WOW" factor, I'm concerned it will hobble my channel before it gets off the ground.
Ive had 100 million short views almost. Would love to talk to u guys about what works. Lmk i know nate wanter bothing to do w shorts but it xhanged my channel
We will be experimenting more with shorts for sure and would love to see what they've done for you! I'll add your yt username to our contacts so we can reach out at some point!
I like those ribbon like lights in your kitchen.
The least amount of friction as possible is so important! Thanks for the tour!
The other challenge is to create content for a LONG TIME and GET BETTER over time... This one's hard hard hard. I'm going to throw up if I have to edit another short!
It's ok for people who have a dedicated space for filming but I film in my living room with noisy neighbours so have to wait for moments when people don't have their tv on and stuff. I also cant batch record when conditions are ok because i physically make things and that takes time.