Can't Hit 57% YouTube Video Retention? TRY THIS

[@ShelbyChurch]

Wow awesome breakdown!! I’ve never even thought about intentionally doing this stuff but it is true, I do most of these things in each video. Fun fact: I actually did film across multiple days!! Thanks for making this I’m flattered it was super fun to watch!

[@FilmBooth]

I'd wondered if it was intentional or if you're just a very nautral storyteller so that's really cool it comes naturally to you. Glad you liked it 😃I'd never really expected you to find it.

[@EzekJohnson]

You’re a a powerful creator, Shelby. I’m happy to see your wonderful response to Ed’s genius touch on your amazing piece. Keep growing and keep making more awesome content. Eternal Blessings.

[@LLShiningOtter]

Awesome isn’t it Shelby that we all get to help each other and grow together and it’s kind of like a like-minded tribe

[@Themeparkdukes]

Your videos are SOOOOOOOOOO impressive, Shelby! How do you do it? I am an early KZbinr with only 16 subs.

[@Richardsondx]

Shelby, You're killing it! :)

[@MentourPilot]

Dude, I see millions of subscribers in your future..

[@FilmBooth]

Thanks :) Youre not far off millions yourself!

[@LewisPsychology]

I agree. Best out there in this niche. This channel is going to blow up.

[@theRealJohnnyG.]

Hahhaha Petter you are here? So one of my favorite youtubers follows my other favorite youtuber😂🤙

[@1ByronRussell]

How about mine?

[@showtale8325]

This creator has had several huge channels . It definitely will do well. So don't be so concerned about it. It seems a lot of people look at the numbers more than the content. Too many wannabes all over the you tube junkyard

[@MSGrantMusic]

"You can't hack quality." An incredible show-stopping statement that comes as a reward for watching this video all the way until the end.

[@SmallGuyonTop]

Actually, everyone seems to be hacking quality. It's called entertainment. It is a facade for quality, useful content. You get to the end, having watched and are left with empty hands. They've delivered nothing useful.

[@piffle1358]

@@SmallGuyonTop what about the enjoyment of the viewer?

[@femboyhooters7712]

@@piffle1358 ye

[@daiquirianonymous]

@@piffle1358 as a viewer, agreed, if the video is boring i don't really care about the effort put into editing

[@KroYT]

I can feel the knowledge pouring into my veins. Thank you.

[@FilmBooth]

haha love it! Thanks

[@ExploringGuides]

not me taking notes😍

[@theDapperVault]

KZbin low key telling me my retention rate sucks! But absolutely grateful for this video!

[@KaiAndrew]

I’ve been looking into this for my channel and your video auto plays while I’m cooking. Brilliant YT algorithm. Awesome editing, sir.

[@HiraethMasonry]

The “Struggling to get more watchtime” video caused me to look at movies and television instead of other KZbin channels for editing ideas. This video just confirmed what I found: keep the pace moving with 3-5 second clips. Going to be tough and delay my next release by a few days or a week but, damn me, I’m hyped to try out these techniques. Thanks!

[@yoremythsandmonsters1021]

We're you able to see improvement?

[@permahope]

I love that right after the 9:45 clip of moving B-Roll, that your B-Roll wasn't moving. No flame, just food for thought :)

[@BriangjohnsonTv]

Really great edit.

[@FilmBooth]

Cheers Biran 😃

[@MOS6510Models]

@@FilmBooth it’s Brian 😀😀😀

[@DigitalEarningPalace]

This video I love. Hi film booth. Hi Brian.

[@rne1223]

Agreed

[@thomasstu_]

i post clips of a guy named Tyler Fuuuucking 1i post clips of a guy named Tyler Fuuuucking 1

[@AfricanSunProductions]

Yes, you did get it right. It's been a while since I watched a YT video for so long. Well done.

[@HumbleMechanic]

dude I randomly stumbled on this video.. FREAKING AWESOME!!!

[@itsOsamaBusiness_]

You know what. I started ignoring your videos, why?. IT'S SSOOO ENGAGING to the point where I waste alot of time watching a video after another and not focus on making my own videos. You're the man. You literally earned it.

[@andrewr3243]

MASSIVE THANKS. I released my latest video using pretty much ALL your tips. The result... average percentage viewed leaped from the usual 35.6% to a massive 68.1% Plus no more nosedive after the first 20 seconds! Genius, thanks again.

[@SheffieldMadePlants]

Your tips on how to grow a channel by focusing on the audience is fantastic. I've watched a few of your vids and your advice is actually useful, rather than just telling me i need a good idea, a good title and a thumbnail.

[@josephhogue]

How do you not have more subs?!? Great vid (and have been binging over the last few days since seeing the first). Would love to see a video on how to consciously work these tips (making better quality videos) into a production process.

[@FilmBooth]

I'm thinking about showing off the process soon, just need to find a way to make it sound appealing

[@lumbarjam6141]

Two geniuses 🤝

[@HealthPodYT]

Agreed!

[@Krazy_Corn]

This comment reminded me that I have not subscribed yet. Thank you. I am now subbed

[@GregPreece]

Found Shelby myself a couple of years ago and studied her then for retention purposes too 😂 She really is a master

[@PracticalPianoTips]

What I love about the tips you give is that they are so much more in depth than what I have heard from other retention advice videos. (I’ve heard about b-roll and story telling, but you explained it so much better!) It’s great how you analyzed and broke down Shelby’s video for us to see what exactly helped keep her retention rate high, and then used a lot of those same principles in your video as you were explaining these concepts. I’m definitely going to try this!

[@FilmBooth]

Awesome, glad you found it so helpful and got the story side of it too, its tricky to grasp

[@dilmerv]

Man this will be downloaded and my bible for now on, I need to improve retention and this video will help a LOT ! thanks man for all you do and keep it up !

[@JohnHall3]

This is BY FAR one of the most well-made videos that I have ever seen. The perfect pace for me to take notes the entire time. Thank you!

[@DirectionExcellence]

i agree!! :)

[@marcuscarter]

Another great vid, well done

[@BevinsBricksWorld]

I just wanted to say thank you for making videos that actually explain how to make better videos, and not just ramble about nothing at all. Making them entertaining all at the same time. Your awesome man keep up the amazing work new sub and fan.

[@LevelPe]

This channel is truly underrated.

[@NightcoreChase]

fun fact - judge judy changes cameras every 3 seconds, try it and count it sometime

[@ChristophWalks]

I just realized how much this is happening on YT the other day. 🤯

[@rocketspeed9578]

i've binged your channel for like 2 day honestly i luv ur content

[@CalvinsCarDiary]

Just came across your channel yesterday. Literally love what you’re doing, keep on it 💥

[@DarkHorseWorkshop]

Still trying to figure out how to incorporate a lot of this stuff into my channel, but easily one of my favorite channels I've recently found. Keep slaaaayin.

[@tipsfortravellers]

Great video. Really thought provoking!

[@HereBeBarr]

Finally a KZbin Tips channel for the advanced KZbinr!

[@BueskenArt]

You can clearly see and feel a big improvement in your new videos. In this one I really felt glued to the screen because of all the quick edits and overlays. Great job! Much more interesting than before. I know how much more work this is than simpler talking head videos. The effort is appreciated. And great practical tips to boot! 👍👍

[@FilmBooth]

Thanks, glad you see the difference. It's a change in direction and strategy but one I feel way more positive about

[@JPKloess]

A video just straight up ending was the most refreshing thing I've seen on KZbin all year.

[@softiequeen]

yo this is so underrated, the last few minutes really motivated me a lot and these tips were so helpful, totally gonna try them in my next video, thanks!

[@RealQuietOne]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm trying my best to research and put in time to make my channel successful. I always appreciate your videos 🙂

[@CarloBaldacci]

Hey Ed! It's really awesome how most of your videos are the exact example of what you are trying to explain. In this one a lot of b-roll and visual narrative. Nailed it

[@FilmBooth]

Yea I thought it would be fun to try and use her style for this one with the tineline switches and broll, took much longer haha

[@elphick.event.ponies]

Always sit down with the intention of watching one of your videos with a cup of tea, and here I am three videos later. You've helped me improve my KZbin channel so much in just a month! 👏🏼👏🏼

[@iNcog_AoE]

Honestly, these analysis videos are a head and shoulder better than any other "get good at KZbin" channels out there. the content is a gold mine and ed hits the NAIL on the head every video I watch

[@ByteMouse]

most of those "youtube teaching videos" are all scams. none of these people have an interest in making you better. They don't want compition.

[@TaiwoBlack]

Wow!!! Great video man . It’s how you showed us Shelby’s hack while also using them for your video 🙌🏾

[@TitoTimTravels]

I started working on my retention and the best thing I did was cut the intro and outro. Nobody wants to watch opening and closing credits on YT. We really don't want to watch credits on TV either. The big drops at the beginning and end are gone! My retention went from 50% to 70%. Still working on it, but a good start. 😎

[@TheAlphaFX]

I only found your channel but already learnt a lot by watching 2 of your videos. I admit that I watched Shelby a lot and unconsciously got my attention but now I understand what things I need to focus on to level up my KZbin game. Thank you

[@VRwithJasmine]

My retention has consistenly averaged about 30%. After implementing just the story telling aspect at the beginning of the video, my newest video is at 50% retention. I didn't even do anything different past the 1 minute mark, just added a story to the beginning. Now that I know this works, time to work on the remaining bits of my video for over 50% retention :) Thank you!

[@thehighschoolhustler]

Ed is so so so much more valuable of a guide through the small youtuber process than think media and Sean canell will ever be to me - I'm so greatful for your videos 🔥🔥

[@VisualKnowledge]

This is an exceptional video in my opinion. Great pace, great information and shot and edited to a very high standard. This is an awesome visual and educational experience. I feel you really raised the bar with this one, great work

[@FilmBooth]

Thank you 😊

[@CombatSportsGaming]

you've quickly become my go-to source and one of my most trusted creators. Seem like a genuine dude too.

[@FilmBooth]

Thank you :) I appreciate that

[@MetroAnimates]

Never heard of your channel before (as far as I remember). Great job getting on my recommended! :D

[@FilmBooth]

Cool, glad you found us

[@Findingkeeann]

All of your videos are awesome. I watch from start to finish.

[@EzekJohnson]

Wow, Ed. You’re a genius. Your editing and analysis is super amazing. I watched every single second of it. Thank you for the education.

[@TheCraftedGarden]

I remember Shelby’s video around 3 yrs ago about starting a KZbin channel. It was a long video but when it was over I learned a lot but wanted more so I keep watching it over and over and I learned more every single time.

[@ChristaEvelyn]

Well - I watched 100% of this video! So your attempt to implement these strategies worked 💫 I am definitely going to start small, and try to implement these progressively as I hone my editing skills. So thank you ❣️

[@FilmBooth]

Start small, there's a lot to take in there and its trick but trying these things out will progress your content so much :)

[@SheisaCreative]

I've just found your channel and now I keep watching a lot of your videos... Your editing style combined with your content is super high level. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. :)

[@EntrepreneurClubGlobal]

Would love to know the retention on this video, kept me engaged until the end. Great tips 👌

[@GreenLove1]

I am binge watching your videos, omg, so much to learn, so exciting to try, so much fun!!!

[@JamesKellyStudio]

You always get at least 90% retention from me Ed, but this video got 100%! Nicely done, throwing in tutorials along with top advice and even some story. Good pace and I’ll be using these techniques myself 👍

[@FilmBooth]

Cheers mate, :)

[@whogottheaux]

This is the most useful video for a youtuber I have come across to date. I'm watching all his videos taking notes like a college course. lol

[@ThePlantPoweredRunner]

Well done you got me for 100% excellent video thanks for making it and yes I’ve been following you for a while!!!

[@FilmBooth]

Glad you liked it 😃

[@AndrewMasters]

Can't believe how good this series is, nice work.

[@MrWatton]

This was really the video I should have watched years back! Hit the nail on the head, my head! Thank you so much for this, as my videos are simple fade in and fade out, and retention is poor, which is kinda tough but real. I’m going to work on this, wish me luck 😂

[@tipskontenkreator]

Your edit is awesome. Thx for inspiring us

[@TechWithAKJ]

“You can’t hack quality.” Preach.

[@zone07]

I've only watched one of her videos but in that video I believe she said she has an editor. No only an editor but one that's in different time zone so that when she sends her content, they can start working on it right away. The editing process is extremely time consuming specially with so many cuts. I just found your channel and subscribed. I found your videos most insightful, very entertaining and straight to the point.

[@MotionAutoTv]

Awesome breakdown of her video, I watched the whole thing. Whats your retention so far on this video with this editing style?

[@atepotato5691]

I’m curious too. I watched the whole video cause every bits is informative and equally important

[@kenny.bender]

@@atepotato5691 lol he hearted you guys but didn't reply

[@RealJustinZiegler]

I’m curious too.

[@BracketReviews]

I will starting working and start with one at a time. The dips

[@NotoriouslyBadGamer]

Absolutely wonder video, I am wanting to make longer videos and I needed this to help me learn to tell a story. I think that maybe my biggest issue.

[@SchneiderClassics]

not going to lie you are the only youtube helper channel that took my interest to keep watching and make a few changes. there are so many channels that give the same bull list over and over again. This shows points, how it works with examples that you have done. So I have great information to pull form your videos

[@Shallalla]

Can't stop watching your content👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Filled about three pages on how I could make simple reaction/analysis videos visually more interesting. THANK YOU 💚 You're right, it is so much more work but in the long run it'll pay off. Hopefully 😊

[@JonDavis]

Currently binge watching your content. Love the way you put your videos together and you've given me tonnes of ideas! Cheers!

[@MomentofZed]

This is everything I don't do and why my retention is around 30%. Thank you so much for this!

[@FilmBooth]

Hope it helps

[@BethanyRenner]

Film Booth, you have mastered all of this! Truly the most incredible attention grabbing, story telling and informative channel! U inspire me!

[@jameswo]

Tudo o que eu precisava para melhorar meu canal encontrei nesse video. Obrigado por compartilhar seu conhecimento adquirido em criar videos. I love your content. The KZbin's theachers in Brazil is boring and lazy.

[@capcutforpctutorials]

I hit the like button the moment to mentioned you had to watch one video over and over and over for research. That’s dedication. Thank you for breaking this down

[@SilenceInTheFacts]

Tired of the fact that nowadays people can’t be attentive for longer than 5 seconds😮

[@ThatAutisticBlackMan]

blame tv, film, and basically all forms of media. Free media takes a harder hit and over uses it because when its free vs spending $20 to see it on demand or in a theater, we look for any reason to abandon and go to the next thing to keep our attention. everything follows this format from the news to shows on Netflix, its part of cinema.

[@raydenrose1896]

Amen! The constant camera changes drive me nuts. It seems to be what people require these days 😢

[@miikelsplace]

✅✅✅

[@Sambalamba-bwst]

Coping with it instead of complaining ❤

[@AustinIuliano]

Honestly that slight movement trick is MASSIVE! I just added it into my newest video and I can see the difference. So much more entertaining... I didn't even know of this.

[@ExploringCabinsandMines]

I'm not a hot blonde how do I fix that ?

[@4ReasonsWhy]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@JM-Fit]

I have to say, i don't normally comment on yt videos but your channel is honestly one of the best i've ever watched. You bring so much value aswell as producing quality & engaging content. Thank you & keep it up!

[@MsMRkv]

It's not a very good example, Shelby Church despite having almost 2 million subs, her view count barely breaks the 200k mark.

[@johbenjamin]

Grande! Tu contenido aporta MUCHO!!! Gracias por compartir tu conocimiento!

[@MarcelVanDenBerg1]

Thank you so much for videos, they are amazing. I am taking my youtube channel to the next level and the way you present them is an incredible inspiration for me. Thank you much and I am looking forward to your next video :)

[@khangaroofinance]

I have just binged like 3 or 4 of your videos this is amazing stuff! thanks!

[@Jasons_Arcade_PLUS]

This video presentation is PURE ❤‍🔥I have a refreshed vision and purpose for creating videos. Thank you kind sir.

[@Overexposed1]

This is honestly a great video. I have watched tons of these "helpful" KZbin videos, and this was incredible. Great work, friend.

[@Maurice_Hayes]

I love how you actually show EXAMPLES of other creators using these techniques. No other “KZbin Expert” on KZbin gives such a thought out in depth breakdown.

[@charlesbroomfield3362]

One of the most content-packed videos on the subject I've seen. Saved for future reference. Thanks for showing how to learn from bigger channels.

[@DiaGraphics]

I follow a lot of KZbin gurus but honestly You bring in something unique that the other ones doesnt bring up. I really feel like a get a New idea for improving My videos every time i watch Your videos. I Will try to embed Your tips and im sure it Will help me out to connect to My viewers. Thank You for All Your great videos

[@DariuszTech]

Wow. You crash this. I'm so impressed. So many valuable information. Thanks a lot 😁

[@lovekeego]

the thumbnail on this is SICK

[@EricUribe]

My man - I’ve watched a lot of content about KZbin growth and you’re the only one that makes this relatively dry info entertaining and packed with story. Thank you sir - my Apple notes is littered with scribbles of mine from watching/learning from you!

[@adetorrent]

Great video bro. Watched the whole thing from start to finish 👍

[@ParadiseBizz]

My low retention rates were driving me nuts and I felt that I stuck, no matter how hard I tried. Very frustrating. Now I understand what I need to do better and where I can improve. Thank you so much for this great breakdown.

[@DuncanCustomAirbrush]

Man this vid and the Stephen Graham vid the breakdowns and how to apply them are great! It would be awesome to get your input on what I am doing wrong. Great work bro!👍💥👊

[@ThatFinanceShow]

I've just discovered this channel, so useful. Thank you, must try and develop my skills!

[@LadyRette]

I've come from too many videos where someone suggests "increase viewer retention" without explaining how in a practical way. This was really in depth!

[@GLGForgeworks]

I’ve watched this five times and I’ve learned something new each time. Thank you!

[@FilmBooth]

Great to hear!

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Love the way you put this together.. kept my retention

[@FilmBooth]

Thats what I like to hear

[@expertafrica]

This is Awesome I have learnt a lot from this video and from this channel as a new KZbinr More love from Ghana 🇬🇭 Thanks for sharing

[@TheHappyCaravan]

Love your content and I love that you don’t swear like so many other creators😣 I am a homeschool mama and social media is like a subject in our house so I am always looking for people to lead my kids to watch!

[@MiceAndRatEnrichment]

You honestly have the best videos on KZbin with regard to optimising our KZbin channels. You’re so engaging and straight to the point!

[@midnightseahorse]

"You can't hack quality". One of the best things I've heard. Period

[@GregDawson]

I just went through and cut 3 min off of a video and added some b roll. So much better. Thank you for all of your tips!

[@TheFunnyCarpenter]

Great vid Ed. Thanks

[@Themeparkdukes]

I just found your channel TODAY. Your videos are very helpful.

[@WaltDoesBikes]

Huge thank you for this one also. Rinsing your content right now. Great wake up call.

[@binkydiedsad2150]

I think this guy has the most interesting style in the "how do I become big on KZbin" ( I don't actually know what to call it) niche! he really does use everything he says to do in his videos. I think as time goes on and more aspiring KZbinrs come in, this will be the first guy to go to and to keep updated with. because youtube changes man... It changes.