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• Advice
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This wikiHow teaches you how to create a well-crafted vlog, especially if you've never shot a vlog before. Your first product may not be perfect, but you will still ensure a positive response to the vlog.

Steps

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   Prepare the right equipment. You don't have to have an expensive DSLR and microphone camcorder, but you will need a camera with at least 720p video recording. You will also need an external microphone that can be connected to your camcorder.
   • If you have a smartphone (or even a tablet) then you don't need to purchase any additional equipment.
   • Sound is just as important as video, so if you decide to buy a dedicated microphone be sure to choose it carefully.

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   Outline the events of the day. Although vlogs are often presented naturally, the truth is that everyone has to think a lot before they shoot. If you write an outline of what you will be shooting for the day then you should at least get an initial idea of ​​the layout of the vlog.
   • Having an outline doesn't mean you have to stick to it. If you see something more interesting during the day, add it to your vlog.

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   Choose advertising tips. Any successful vlogger has a unique personality or routine that sets them apart from other content creators (for example, one vlogger can suddenly end all vlogs without notice). Video does not have to focus entirely on this promotional trick, nor should it be applied throughout the duration, but should only be part of the content.
   • Not using promotional tips like dealing with serious or tragic situations in a video can be a powerful expression.

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   Consider the background. When you're not shooting in public or around the house, you need a setting that you can use often. This setting will become an equally important factor, so make sure you are satisfied with the background before shooting.
   • For example, if your vlog specializes in cooking, the background is mostly the kitchen; You can even change the background slightly according to the season of the year.

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   Vlog content variation. Chatting for 15 minutes will not be enough to attract an audience, so you should show a number of different styles in the video. For example, you could start with slow-motion shots, followed by a walk and chat scene, switch to a montage scene, and end up sitting "talking" in front of the camera.
   • Another way to transform your content is to fast-forward something in the video or apply other attention-grabbing effects during editing.

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   Find something unique about the day to focus on. If your everyday activities are like most others, then your activity will end up dull. You can extract snippets of the activity and incorporate this content throughout the video, but the vlog's highlight should be the part that stands out.
   • Of course, the "unique" part will be different every day. You may not even realize what the most exciting moments of the day are until you start editing your video.

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   Be yourself. The fastest way to be natural in front of the camera is to behave like you would normally. Remember, you are making videos of your own life, so you are the star of the vlog!
   • If you choose to portray a certain type of character from the beginning, maintain this personality throughout the vlog to avoid creating a conflict.

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   Pay attention to brightness. Especially if you're shooting outdoors, make sure the camera is always backlit. If you have to go into dark areas (or shoot at night), you will need a light device (flashlight, flash, etc.).
   • Sometimes shooting yourself against the back of the light is a fun and artistic way to shoot, but you shouldn't overdo it in video either.

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   Use jump-cuts when editing. A dance scene is created when you cut off content between two points of time; for example, if the conversation you are recording contains an awkward silence, you can cut it off.
   • Dance scenes energize by making sure there are no interruptions in your content. This technique is great for energetic vlogs.

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    Promote vlog. Over 300 hours of video are uploaded to YouTube, meaning you can take every opportunity to increase the number of people viewing your vlog. Consider the following suggestions:
    • Use eye-catching thumbnails.
    • Fill in the video's description box with contact information, keywords and tags.
    • Post your vlog on social media like YouTube.
    • Experience other video platforms (like Vimeo).
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Advice

• Viewing the content of other vloggers will give you some idea of ​​how to build your vlog, but be careful not to accidentally mimic their style. Learning is good, but copying ideas is bad.
• Your first Vlog may not be perfect, but it should be fine! After you realize that you have the potential to grow as a creator, you can continue to develop your content.

Warning

• While most vlogs may seem spontaneous and negligent, creating a quality vlog from start to finish requires a lot of time and patience.