How to Vlog for Youtube
Vlogging is one of the most accessible and best-paying (if you do it right) jobs available today. You only need a camera, an internet connection, and plenty of eye-catching content to practice it. Everyone can do it, from toddlers to seniors, soccer moms, and celebrities. You also can learn how to vlog and transform your life forever.
The best part about being a vlogger is that you do not need to study for years to become one. You do not even have to spend money if you don’t want to, and everything is based on being successful on social media.
All you need is a smartphone and something interesting to look at.
The road from John Doe to YouTube sensation can be long and arduous before you get any palpable satisfaction. Conversely, it can be short and dazzling, but then fizzle out into oblivion of obscurity. It all depends on the hard work, dedication, and creativity that you put into your vlog.
If you are ready for a vlogging experience, this short guide on how to vlog will help you kick-start your career.
What is a Vlog?
A vlog is like a video diary that you share with the world, preferably on YouTube. It can be about anything you want it to be, as long as it is legal and does not promote violence, racism, sexism, and other potentially offensive topics.
You can make your vlog about travel, movie reviews, makeup tutorials, or unboxing products.
Some vloggers use this media to showcase their comedy sketches, talk about science, fashion, computer games, or absolutely nothing at all.
There is almost no limit on the topics on which you can vlog about. However, it has to be catchy and relevant to other people than you. This way, you can build an audience, entertain it, and later monetize it.
How to Start a Vlog in 6 Easy Steps
Nothing sets you on your path to YouTube stardom than a quick guide to vlogging. Here is yours!
1. Determine your niche.
The first step to becoming a vlogger is deciding what kind of content you would like to produce. This way, you find out who your audience is. Popular niches include travel, gaming, tutorials, product reviews, tech reviews, food reviews (all sorts of reviews) and lifestyle advice.
What are you most interested in? Go with that to start out.
2. Check out the competition.
Now that you know what kind of content you will create, spend some time researching other, more successful vloggers from the same niche for inspiration.
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3. Find your style.
Regardless of the topic and the niche you choose for your vlog, you must have a unique vlogging voice. Spend some time practicing it before publishing your first vlog and define how you will stand out from the crowd.
4. Invest in equipment.
Start with a phone to test it out. If you like it upgrade. Especially if your smartphone does not have the best specs, you should invest in better vlogging equipment, such as a camera, a tripod, a microphone, and an editing software program.
5. Create your first vlog.
Write the script to your first vlog and film it. After editing, send it only to your friends and ask for their opinions. Use their feedback to tweak your vlog or film an entirely new one, and publish it on your YouTube channel.
6. Build your online persona.
From here on, you only need to build on your initial success, regardless of how small it was. Define your voice and content as you go and attract a wider audience. In the long run, you will discover new and exciting ways to further your vlogging career. Keep going even when it feels like nothing is happening.
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