5 ways to INSTANTLY make BETTER VIDEOS!

[@JimAlleninidaho]

You know what I enjoy about the content in your videos? You give examples of what you don't want to see and you explain it, then you show the right way.. Bam! very thoughtful ..

[@PeterMcKinnon]

+Jim Allen Appreciate the love!

[@Tatt2edBonez]

Jim Allen true

[@griddlemarks6116]

That's so true. makes thing much easier to really understand and be able to visualize it when planing our own videos. Great work Peter, keep it going.

[@SarinaSilva]

I completely agree, it puts everything into perspective and helps those understand visually. I really enjoyed that

[@HaroldsAryanCat]

trump rules

[@ericnathanguel]

Peter, I'm a professional still photographer who is using my COVID lock down time to learn video shooting. Can't tell you how valuable your content is. Man, I wish I could give you a hug. Thank you!

[@atumofeden]

I totally agree

[@NathanTen]

What ideas have you had in terms of video making during the lockdown? Ive been trying to do the same but kind of stumped on what to film inside my house Lmao

[@ericnathanguel]

@@NathanTen I've been somewhat fortunate in that my wife is the children's catechist at our church. Every week she needs to film herself teaching and then upload for later viewing by the kids and their parents. The first week of the lock down they used an iphone. After that I was like, "Ok, I'm going to figure this out." Been getting better and better I think. I also have an idea to help out a friend who has a small business selling metal works online.

[@atumofeden]

Nathan Ten whatever you are passionate about. Speak your truth 🙏🏼

[@gamingking4526]

@@atumofeden do you know god

[@GrowingwithTheGardners]

3 years later, still timeless content. I’m taking time during my quarantine to learn how to make my videos better. Thanks, Peter!

[@adamjacksonspanthercub4069]

Me too

[@worthowaste]

I have improved since I started 3 years ago when I first saw this video

[@AdenTube1]

Agree!

[@gaweshaka7268]

me too

[@xenongaming6362]

I subscriber Your Channel!

[@coachkojo9383]

1.Lighting (near window) 2. Sounds ( content should match with the mood of the movie) 3.learn your software! 4.motion in Shots (makes more emotion and seems more cinematic 5.Location ( location, angle, clean the background, time of day early in the morning or in the evening sunset)

[@joshuadearden6969]

Coach Kojo ty

[@QuintessentialStudio]

Am I the only one who didn't really hear a difference in the sound quality of the mic?

[@JohnStax98]

thx bro

[@LifeTailored]

same. my on-board mic canon 5d mark IV actually sounds the same to me as this $36 mic i bought

[@Wanderleane]

Coach Kojo thank you for this 😍

[@willmatthews2922]

Pete, your tutorials are by far the best on youtube. From the humor to the great tips I honestly enjoy every video you post. Thank you so much

[@PeterMcKinnon]

I appreciate the compliments!

[@Y2Kvids]

Peter McKinnon nah you just fine.

[@77dris]

You must not watch much youtube.

[@shaynabrianne2769]

Right?! That is what I have been saying! And I have watched so many freaking tutorials.

[@mrlozmoore]

@77dris let him choose his own favourite; whilst we let you 'choose' to type English poorly ;)

[@noisecrack]

Cant say enough how rewatching a video like this of yours resets my mind to get ready for project time. Much appreciate!

[@sjaaheimvideo2964]

I agree!

[@kimm00re]

I agree! Watching this before a shoot

[@johnnyinterval]

Agree. Was just telling my wife. Prob watched it 20 times over the years

[@claytonloringnhti]

1. That coffee was EPIC 2. I’m never playing cards with you

[@elisabethsun7059]

Lol

[@lia7847]

these videos make me a better human in general.

[@PeterMcKinnon]

LOL. Happy to help with that.

[@WestrnMan]

Lia Austin lol awesome comment

[@Fanta2320]

Peter McKinnon , great tips, window light helped w/ my static pictures instagram.com/p/BQv0V2pAGOK/ Can't wait to try on vids, thanks

[@TheTimty]

Liked

[@thegingerhitman9260]

Peter McKinnon You put out great content. can you recommend a good tutorial video for both after effects and Premier pro?

[@Prejippie]

Great tips for musical choices.... We used a super slow song to one of our videos and even we don’t care for that video as much. Now, we always use fast-paced, groove-oriented music for our videos. We learned the hard way how important matching the music to the mood convey the desired effect. Thanks for offering some awesome tips! 📷😎⭐️

[@russjames7029]

Good light: soft light close to subject. Good music: edit to the beat, use ambient noise. Shoot for the edit: Know what shots you need for your edit Use motion: More motion = more cinematic shots Good locations and time of day: Use interesting uncluttered background. Early in the morning, late in the evening.

[@JoeyandKayla]

Amen

[@daltonjames416]

Best comment on here

[@eshraqsun]

I respect you

[@martinpusar6765]

Thanks, what does uncluttered mean?

[@justsomeone4797]

@@martinpusar6765 It means that the background is not messy and "filled" with all sorts of random things that don't go well together

[@ianwinslow8376]

Watching this video in 2019 and it's still absolute gold. Genuinely helpful, quality content.

[@antwuntrademark]

P R E E A C H H H 🙌🏽

[@Crosswalker2000]

Yes Sir, that's why we can learn a lot about history or past events today... Good value doesn't change over time... For starters, a newbee doesn't have to reinvent the wheel but can get a jump start in the race right up front and launch full flight...

[@caveatrotters3324]

Ha ha. Yeah, film was black and white and silent and everyone walked fast in 2017! 😆

[@Anatomusic]

That music with the coffee is PERFECT!!! Do you not feel that way in the morning as you make yourself your coffee. Total hero moment. And we get to live it EVERY SINGLE DAY!

[@JoeyandKayla]

Dude, you’re incredible. It’s more than a tutorial on equipment, it’s an intro into making beautiful art!

[@elisabethsun7059]

I don’t wanna ruin the 69 likes

[@anordinarymom]

The epic music with the coffee footage kinda works for me 😂☕😍☕😍☕

[@Far_Dad]

anordinarymom same here that’s my every epic morning routine 😜

[@AdventuresThings]

I was wondering what was going to happen to the coffee.

[@meatshredz]

Does anyone know the name of the Epic song that was used?

[@FamilyAdventuresTV]

I was totally thinking that!!! hahahah

[@tiaran83]

anordinarymom second glance changed my perspective of this comment😂❤️

[@ALEXTHETRUCKINGGUY]

Awesome tips! So many people just think to buy new and better equipment. Its nice to actually learn how to shoot video rather than just depend on the equipment.

[@donjohnNr1]

the coffee making was pretty epic tbh...

[@theflyawaygirl]

I'd buy that coffee for sure

[@Emanuel.K]

I know right!!!!!!

[@MISJPEREZ]

hes a one pour wonder

[@nialltracey2599]

That sequence reminded me of pretty much every "reality TV" show coming out of the US at the moment TBH....

[@KendraleeMendoza]

DonJohn Lol IKR

[@rehankhan4233]

4:04 Most epic coffee making I have ever seen

[@JOBEEHUSTLER]

BRO... THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING...... THANK YOU FOR EDUCATING ME & MAKING ME GET THINGS DONE.... I TRULY APPRECIATE THE CONTENT YOU SHARE WITH US.. I CAN NEVER BUY IT ANYWHERE... YOUR VIDEOS ARE WORTH MORE THAN GOLD.

[@BanglaVlogger]

Those card skills were just amazing

[@droidtominecraft2332]

Bangla Vlogger ikr

[@ryanr6607]

That's what I'm sayin lol I wasn't expecting that

[@JackMurrayTV]

It was amazing!!!!

[@KarlRock]

Great tips. Thanks for helping improve my videos.

[@JoaoSilva-ke2qi]

I’m still coming back to these old videos when I have a doubt. Thanks Peter, hope you’re doing good!

[@RookieRestorations]

I got in to video editing about a year ago and this was one of the first videos I watched. A year later and I still have so much to learn! Thanks for the inspiration Peter.

[@johnpopjohnpop]

Dude handled those cards like Gambit! Skills!

[@angf__]

John Papoulis lmao I thought the same thing

[@mikescardiaries]

I really miss this era of Peter McKinnon. I'm over the moon happy for him that he's found such success, but these old videos mean a ton to me. So from the bottom of my heart, thanks dude.

[@dianahardy5922]

This is my first time coming across your video. I am creating a new website and wanted some information before I go full tilt in. Your speech pace was just right to understand your message, and I appreciated your real time examples that supported your message. Thanks so much for the info.

[@bawazirhustle1108]

Very crucial information Thanks Sir

[@DanielJames100]

I don't often laugh at youtube videos, but when you replayed that punch I was not expecting that and I had to watch it again :') thanks Peter!

[@PeterMcKinnon]

+Daniel James haha mission accomplished :)

[@fatimaali8424]

The way you now light your videos at home/studio to how it's here, such mass improvement and sleek, goes to show that once you keep doing something, you just get better and better at it

[@TravelTracks76]

The best tipps i could not get from other youtubers, thank you 😊👌👌 1: light 2: proper music and sound, edit to the beat 3: Learn your editing software 4: Motion in your shots 5: Location

[@frgstn]

the intro always gives my lil goosebumps ^-^

[@stefaniaolivares4518]

Wow !!hi from.the Caribbean !! I am a total beginner to trying to make a video !! Usually I would ask one of my kids ...but they have flown the nest so here goes ...mum makes videos and it starts with your video ! I will definitely be watching more as this one was amazing !! Thanks

[@ishbanyadav]

I just realised that Peter is really upping his 'video-game' now.

[@JesicaAhlberg]

3:49 i'm crying laughing so hard, i had to rewatch.

[@bobbyd0656]

Haha I laughed my ass off. Was surprised there weren't more comments about it.

[@sub20cubing58]

Agree!

[@GauravUniyalofficial]

@@sub20cubing58 what i dont get it guysssss

[@motionmediamallorca]

Same omg hahahah sooo funny

[@barboragaborova]

I sure did not expect that

[@DriversGuild]

If I ever make it big, I am paying for this guy to come to hang out with me and make videos. He sounds like an amazingly genuine dude to chill with.

[@mattisland]

Peter rapidly taking over youtube, one dope video at a time.

[@giacomoflisi]

This new desk is sick!!

[@WestrnMan]

Giacomo Flisi i agree

[@rikimarizard]

I’m so late to this but I really appreciate how you took the time to record and edit some of the examples. Much easier to understand what you mean when we see the actual result instead of guessing.

[@rasmusCow]

You should make a video about some different price point "movie" cameras. A lot of ppl, like me, would probably like to know some good 'budget' cameras!

[@WestrnMan]

Rasmus yes!!! Totally feeling this

[@jeetsupa4362]

Rasmus I just bought lumix g7 with 12-60 kit lens. I had older lenses tho. Great camera for video and only costs about 500 euros.

[@rasmusCow]

jeetsupa thanks for the tip!

[@jeetsupa4362]

Rasmus No problem. Ootko suomalainen? :D

[@rasmusCow]

jeetsupa jees xd

[@tylermcniff3214]

how to make your videos better: have Peter make them for you

[@PeterMcKinnon]

LOL

[@tylermcniff3214]

+Peter McKinnon :D

[@WestrnMan]

Tyler M 😊😊😊😊

[@phenomenalstitches3560]

Tyler M thats one way at least

[@vojtasplinar]

hehe good one :P

[@ExpactTech]

Even in 2022 these tips and advice are priceless , straight to the point, not wasting anyones time. Thanks Peter 🙏

[@physicalinvestor]

6:49 "Lock the door, crack a Red Bull, and just GO!" - Often times I feel it's hard to find the drive to keep making content, you just gotta edit for a few minutes and the rest comes so much easier. Thanks for the advice and motivation!

[@doubleu1446]

I also often lose my drive to make videos, but I guess the only thing we can do is just to keep on going :)

[@lifewithdt7657]

Thank you for the tips! Wifey and I just jumped on to the KZbin game and we are trying to learned as much as we can little by little.

[@howtodobasicthings706]

I learned more from this video than the 20 or so videos I've watched over the last few months. Thanks so much. Also, the demonstration of music inappropriate for the scene or mood, made me actually laugh out loud. The point was really well illustrated :) Thank you.

[@VRWarehouse]

Don't know how I got here, but glad I did.

[@jaydutta7711]

Lol Same

[@Fe-Bean]

FragToTheTop Don’t we all ! 😉

[@GokuRunner]

Thanks for the tips bro!

[@ryannielsen5505]

i just got to say i think i watched all your videos on photography when i first started maybe a year ago and that was a great help and instantly helped me get better shots. im not great but way better than i would have been i think of stuff you say while im shooting. i just picked up a go pro to help with my intro into cinematography and this video will be a great help thanks for the great content. keep it up

[@overthinkpodcast7733]

I don't know what you're talking about. That coffee pour was intense!

[@InnerResearcher]

3:48 montage with that music cracked me up haha

[@akshatsharma351]

I recently started learning EDITING and this is the first video of Peter i have watched. He filled me with energy and motivation. Now I will work even harder to learn editing. I have great admiration for this guy. Thanks peter.

[@sethdfilms]

Cool Video! But please make a video on how to do those insane card tricks, please!!

[@albertomarletto8703]

search on youtube "spring tutorial" "flicker tutorial" ;)

[@sethdfilms]

Thank you!

[@WestrnMan]

Seth D Films yessssssss

[@arnavmotwani2198]

Any idea which card deck he used

[@jonnyprocter9287]

Notification Squad (Or just luck of timing) where you at?

[@pedrocordeiro4278]

Jonny Procter yay

[@ricekings]

here! haha

[@piercedevelopment2289]

Here bro!!

[@S1KTER]

yo!

[@retrorevival1]

why do people do this? what is this weird roll call where none of you have a conversation and just say "I am here".....are you all 12? idgi....

[@BobHamiltonnewradio]

Thank you so much Peter! You have been one of my most important teachers for many years now...I am very grateful for your giving.

[@JeffreyPickett]

Great birthday gift for me - a video from Mr. McKinnon - thanks!

[@PeterMcKinnon]

Happy Birthday!

[@JeffreyPickett]

I appreciate that. Now I just need some of those mad card skills you demo'd today - watch out David Blaine!

[@TheRealCowlick]

Jeffrey Pickett Actually you can learn some of those pretty easily!

[@miguelcastro3461]

Its like a present everyday haha. As a clothing line we got inspired by him and others to make our own content

[@AndWeDanceVlog]

I love how aesthetically pleasing all of your videos are 👏👏👏 thank you for helping the community look more professional 👊

[@FFxO]

hello napster

[@jessebealemedia]

Anyone else still watching this video in 2022? Just about to start trying to crack youtube and make my first vlog for Uni haha! Thanks Pete!

[@AlvitaP]

Where you sent from Heaven to teach us about photography and videography.... I believe you were. Love you so much!

[@videoedit69]

No he was not...

[@LegacyofPretty]

Yes...yes he was (as I binge it all)

[@redbasemedia]

He sure looks like it

[@BK42Cycles]

Always the best tips. You're the best. Tks a lot. I hope to apply them on my vids

[@eros.briceno]

Literally, I just smile when I see videos of this man. Without even realize my self... that's a great human right there...

[@anthonyhosea6223]

I’ve timed his intro perfectly. That sound effect is apart of my life lol.

[@addrianolson8380]

Love you man you're the inspiration that made me get into photography and videography ❤️ keep up the work 💪🏽

[@SavvyTurtle]

Tap the shell! still learning and humbled you are 100% real!

[@Marianoids]

5:08 "Even something random, mundane, or normal of a task..." Then shuffles the deck of cards......wait a minute! 3.5M+ followers well earned. I enjoy your content so much. Thanks Peter!

[@present_artist1033]

I love you man. I love what you’re doing, and how you do it. I laughed out loud at the face punch. Keep being badass!

[@VentureAHighway]

Peters story behind how this channel started, combined with his content makes this channel a must

[@flandrensinteriors3428]

Good lord... is there hope for me haha. i"m trying sooooooooo hard to learn Filmora to edit videos. I aspire to be a great video editor... one day...maybe... okay well a good editor... or maybe just efficient. It's soooo much to learn! Thanks for the great tips. Awesome!

[@kosalexandr]

5:15 didn’t expect. You do cardistry very well nice spring and waterfall 😉

[@ishaanuniyal5937]

He's a good friend of Chris Ramsay lol

[@ShahsinGermany]

We are quite new you tuber. Honestly speaking, when I get nervous, I see your VLOG. It is simple and inspiring. Thanx a lot man.

[@JonathanCristina]

Thanks for the tips! Learning how to make better content 1 day at a time.

[@tamaramalave11]

here in 2019 and it still gives me life 🔥

[@AwakenedVibration]

When a youtuber claims how they got rich from x,y,z, and "you can to," Well, it's easy to assess their dress, backdrop, and over space to observe, they're still working on making that wealth with more subscribers and viewers. :) So, you are so right. Mindful of what the audience is viewing in the video is paramount. As a designer, I can look at the interior structure and read apartment, flat, trailer, cheap, high end, luxury, hotel, etc. The space gives it away.

[@InteriorDost]

You are great. Wonderful tips friend.

[@thehairaffair1]

The world#1 Best Video Creator Software that makes you richer. Grab from here >> bit.ly/2EHok6P

[@halucinator1]

For some reason you make me want to buy you a drink and hang out.

[@WeWynne]

Your words buzz around my brain whenever I film. You and @Peter Lindgren are helping me to be a better cinematographer and editor. Thanks man.

[@ayaanali6190]

damn bro you just earned a new subscriber

[@briannabrooks1498]

I love watching his videos it makes me feel so inspired to get out there and start filming!

[@rafisplanet6795]

Watching your old video is so soothing.

[@akeemhimself]

Facts just a little motion makes it look like a whole different shot

[@brentcos9370]

Your camera + lens is like SEVEN Gs! And I'm still trying to figure out how to use my 2-year old "smartphone" to record stuff w/ an $11 mic. I have a long road...

[@magickaldust1213]

It all takes time! Worth it tho!

[@ripsnortertechnology]

Such a cool delivery man. Sharp, snappy, concise, excellent examples. Thank-you so much.

[@johannlopez4524]

I laughed way too much at those clips with music that didnt match

[@PeterMcKinnon]

So did I lol :)

[@beckergriffin7996]

The re-used face punch was a great touch.

[@AlexFrenette]

Thought it was pretty funny too xD

[@ArvinAlipio]

Hahaha me too! Like what is that music?? Ahahaha, that's a perfect example for the thought he wants to convey. The tips are very helpful tho.

[@nischalshrestha130]

3:56 His face nearly killed me 😂😂😂

[@St3_yo]

I just discovered this channel the other day and every single video I watch is basically a home run on great tips. Thanks!!

[@FMAL_FreeMusicAudioLibrary]

The most important thing - Use copyright free music so they don't delet your vid 👍

[@endlesscreations700]

😂

[@itsprismatic2201]

Haha....indeed

[@jiwakamikaze]

Where can I get copyright free music?

[@endlesscreations700]

@@jiwakamikaze Try KZbin Audio Library.

[@jiwakamikaze]

@@endlesscreations700 okey, thanks.

[@RoryFisher]

Peter PLEASE help me out with this! I just got a Rode VideoMicro and it's making a loud hissing sound. your audio with it was perfect without any hissing, and it also was crisp as if you didn't put a ton of noise reduction on it. How did you do this? thanks!!

[@nikosyv]

same question..

[@shofi09]

same question here!

[@ryanmccrary1468]

Have you adjusted the audio levels in the camera? Are you using auto or manual levels? Does the mic pick up sound as well as the hiss, or just hiss? I'm not Peter, but happy to try to help

[@shofi09]

I'm using a Canon t3i with magic lantern, I'm using manual levels. The mic is picking up sound as well as the hiss, I've been playing with the mic boost, disabling AGC, and activating the high pass filter. It's better but I still don't get that smooth sound without hiss. You can email me at sofi.falconi@gmail :) thanks for your help!

[@ryanmccrary1468]

Have you tried before installing magic lantern? Also, have you tried with auto levels?

[@farisalyousef5432]

I love how you demonstrated the effects in your videos. Great engagement. Definitely learned alot!

[@BettaChannel]

Hi from Malaysia! Thanks for your amazing tips.

[@Jahnnalee]

This video is great! I love how you talk about static and how motion is so important. When I do my short films, with a crew, I always make sure there's motion but when I do my KZbin videos I'm a one person show & crew. Do you have any cool transitions, possibly in editing, for a one person show & crew? I'd love to add motion and/or creative effects but I lock my camera down since I'm also acting all the characters. Would be great to visually add something more to my video scenes if it's possible with not moving the camera 🎥☺️🐶

[@moreapropos]

He seems to be saying to add motion just to add motion. You should move the camera when it makes sense and adds to the emotion. There is nothing wrong with locked or static shots. Look at your favorite films. Some of the most intense scenes in cinema are locked shots.

[@Jahnnalee]

Flying High I agree with you one hundred percent, motion needs to have a reason; which, I always do in my short films/web series and I use a lot of static shots because sometimes stillness is a wonderful thing when used in the right clips. I’m not wondering when to use motion but if there’s a way or a technique/effect I can add motion, when needed, even though I’m a one person show and crew. I lock the camera in place then I’m the actor in front of the camera, so I won’t be able to move the camera when I’m in the frame. I was hoping there might be some realistic effects out there that can make it look as if I had a cameraperson onset with me.

[@videoedit69]

Everything you do in production and post production, should be done for a reason. Never do this or that just to have this or that in your show.

[@pault008]

Why Wait Productions - Jahnnalee how about shooting in 4K so you can do various Ken Burns effects in post - then output to HD so quality is retained.

[@mementomartina]

It's mid 2021 and this video is still FUNDAMENTAL. Thanks Peter

[@jorismolenaar6694]

your the best !

[@WestrnMan]

Joris Molenaar he is the best

[@Dameoz]

Super!

[@coffeemug6549]

3 years ago, verified, and no replies?

[@diaryofawimpymom4610]

I started a mom channel about a year ago, not too many subscribers, whatever. I love your videos and I'm about to try all of these to make my videos better! Thank you for the tips!!

[@Thomaskocht]

Great Video, I will try to put that into action! Thanks

[@eggdude5460]

4:08 I'm gonna take this cup if coffee... *and DRINK IT*

[@veronamakolli7504]

4:59 morning

[@DavidGrossman82]

I like the color change in the video when you said color grading. The little things you think of!!! AWESOME!!!!

[@HomeboiPhotography]

"Friends that know how to use the software better than you." Me being wise thinking, "Hey bro, let's be friends!" lmao

[@Anon101sss]

1. *Lighting* 2. Music and Sound 3. Learn More 4. _MOTION_ in your shots 5. Location

[@aditichawla]

THANK YOU

[@asnangy_canada]

Once I hear you saying, what's up !! I just automatically hit LIKE button

[@broshowtv5353]

Awesome vid bro very helpful :)

[@X11xvxn]

A month ago I didn’t know how to use iMovie or a DSLR camera lol Today I am a PRO KZbinr ( jk Im not)) but I can confidently say that my editing/filming skills improve with every video l

[@HotforTeaching]

Same here. We will be pros in no time.

[@BenOchart]

Good stuff. Recently I've gotten more into my softbox lights, but thanks for reminding me that i have some great window light to work with!

[@legalafrorhetorics92]

When he punched himself in the face🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@lifewithdt7657]

BYN.ANGIE 😂🙆🏽‍♂️