Everything I know about instagram stories.

[@bewellandwander]

I’m one of those 2300 people who signed up for the Moment course and - can confirm - the course is 10000% worth it and packed with value. Thanks for all the years of free education and inspiration Jesse! Finally time to give back haha

[@JesseDriftwood]

Thank you so much! I'm going to pin this now because I hate self promotion but LOVE people saying nice things :D

[@bossnian5615]

Thank you for the useful tips :) saved for future reference 1. 1:12 Do it for you 2. 1:41 Get noticed 3. 2:39 Be consistent 4. 3:06 Film yourself 5. 3:51 Find characters 6. 4:51 Complacency kills 7. 5:28 Make it pretty 8. 6:01 Make it mundane 9. 6:48 Make it rough 10. 7:35 Glad I did 11. 8:00 Keep your characters 12. 8:38 Have fun! 13. 9:10 60 FPS 14. 10:12 Change it up 15. 10:53 It takes time 16. 11:17 Keep it short 17. 12:18 Use an iphone 18. 12:57 You do you 19. 13:53 Make money 20. 14:36 Bake that bread (Ad) 21. 15:58 Be critical 22. 16:51 There is a limit

[@SauceGoddessCe]

13.5. 9:33 Keep Going

[@jakedriscoll_]

The quote that got me: "When you make more videos you make more mistakes, when you make more mistakes you learn how to solve those mistakes."

[@MrGrungydude]

I was definitely one of those people that dmed you on how to upload and you were real cool about it and I appreciate you taking the time and responding! This video encompasses everything I have tried to take away as a video creator from your journey on Instagram, can't wait to see how you'll continue to grow!

[@aaronglynnwalker]

Dude you are a WINNER for being honest about only working at your comp to appear like a person who gets his work done. Wow. Respect for being real.

[@scottmckenna]

“There’s a life outside of content, and you’d be surprised just how quickly you can forget that”. Great message Jesse.

[@StupidRaisins]

I agree! Make mistakes and put your projects out there for the world to see! No one makes the perfect project in their first go.

[@dannyderrick]

This is one of those videos that I'm going to bookmark and rewatch before I start every project. Thanks Jesse!

[@JesseDriftwood]

Thanks dude!

[@silasandcrystal169]

It's great to hear that a great filmmaker such as yourself also dealt with not wanting to be on camera. I really love your points of making things 'mundane' and 'rough', because I've been such a perfectionist that a lot of my ideas just get thrown out because I didn't film them the right way. Thank you for such inspiring words and advice, Jesse! Love from the west side of Canada :)

[@bananafanofunocarrie8135]

Hi Jesse, I have been watching your videos for at least a year and half too, and I have to say I couldn't agree more, especially on the part of making it rough. I think that's why I stick with your channel because you are so fun, a real person, and we know you're pro, but you also are like everyone of us who is maybe good at something, and also not good at something too. I really appreciate what you have been posting for years, and I have learnt a lot. Thank you and have a nice year!

[@JesseDriftwood]

Thank you! Thats really means a lot to me. Have a great year as well!

[@etu3915]

The preacher part at the end was dope. On point. I Love your passion. Thank you for sharing your knowledge to us, totally appreciated.

[@threequotesthursday5657]

All of it is SO true! Especially the last point about getting too sucked in. I did KZbin for a year and had to stop as I was constantly thinking about life in terms of what I could use in my videos and it gets obsessive. Watching KZbin, that’s another rabbit hole!

[@RCodyWanner]

the studio is the cleanest I have ever seen it

[@JesseDriftwood]

Oh no it’s so bad I pushed everything out of frame 😂

[@RCodyWanner]

@@JesseDriftwood that’s what I like to hear 😄😄

[@wpr2004]

I started the video and thought...I’ll just watch a minute or 2. 19 minutes later I’m watching it again and sharing it. This was great.

[@shanaesmith112]

This is the video you didn’t realize was going to be so valuable and then you’re like damn i should have paid more attention better watch it again.

[@sozialverzogen]

Glad about this video from you. Gives me some little new inspirations for my next work. I'm grateful for this!

[@letsgetphysicalmedia6679]

How could someone possibly dislike you? You’re a giant bundle of energy and joy.

[@HotRodHippie]

As someone largely focused on TikTok right now, MANY of these tips apply heavily there. Felt like you were retelling my creation journey on TikTok.

[@AyazPalma]

I keep coming back to your older content and steal gold info brother. you are one of the bes film makers ever. big respect to yiu Jesse!!!

[@PaulSyng]

Love these studio (camera locked off) videos!

[@ehliogomme]

I've just started doing daily stories, I decided to keep it short, 1 min max, and now I'm at day 26, sometimes is a really simple video, sometimes something more creative but I am really having a lot of fun creating something everyday, thanks for inspiring me and a lot of other people! your skating is so good bro, wish to see more on the channel ahaha

[@feliciafullwood]

cannot say enough how much i appreciate your content!

[@MaxBalzer]

This was awesome Jesse, and I am starstruck by that dark and moody A-Roll set you had going on, man, that set is gorgeous!

[@JesseDriftwood]

Thanks Max! I'm actually bummed that my kicker was as strong as it was. I used the 300dii with the fresnel and put it as far away as I possibly could. I thought I was at 1% brightness but it ended up being set to 5% so I could have balanced it out a lil better!

[@PeterLindgren1]

This was great! I have to say, you’re also probably the master of whip pans too ✌🏼

[@JesseDriftwood]

Appreciate you dude! 🤙

[@ericreniers2506]

Hey Peter you are ------> awesome to man, love your channel you Swedish film guru you!!

[@Jillene]

You are the GOAT of IG stories fam! Always a treat to watch

[@ThisisDaniel]

This is a great video Jesse, I was one of the IG pages (@Kinguendo) that featured your work back in 2016. I think you're super talented and you really raised the bar on quality for IG stories. Glad to see you've enjoyed continued success 😎

[@buxepov]

dude, the day peter put you in that ig video i was like "I HAVE TO FOLLOW THIS GUY, THIS IS AMAZING" and i never went back. Love the fact that you always responde when i send you dms about videos or cameras :'D

[@chrisheeran]

I felt it when he said “filming your best friends Ollie down their first 5 stair” wow...so spot on

[@annitai_]

I was recommended by my friend who’s been following ur journey for years and now after seeing this, I can say you inspired me to want to get into content creation more seriously. I love how u said u gotta do it for u. And that helps with coping with the stress of crunching it down for sure.

[@rajivhimself9477]

I was taking Notes bru. Thanks So Much for this Do something unique - Do something that everyone else is doing but doing it better - Be Consistent - Film Yourself - Find Characters - Complacency kills - try to make it better the next time - Make it pretty make it visually interesting - Make it mundane - Make it rough - keep it real [ maybe watch this part again🙂 - Glad I DID - Keep your characters - Do it in different styles - slow-mo timelapse - serious - silly - Have Fun - FIlm in 60FPS - Keep Going - Change it Up - It takes time - Keep it short - Use Iphone for better quality - You DO you - Making money - Bake that bread - cheat sometimes through stock footage🙂😉 - Be Critical - There is a limit

[@CamJames]

Hey Jesse, what mic did you use for this interview?

[@JesseDriftwood]

This was actually a rather old Rode NTG-1

[@CamJames]

@@JesseDriftwood interesting. I have the NTG-2 and can never quite get it as crisp as I'd like. I'll continue to tweak the positioning

[@kylehuntxr]

Jesse you are such a character. You come off like that friend we just hang out with

[@ThisIsTechToday]

I was here before it got taken down 😝

[@JesseDriftwood]

You a real one!

[@Shalaco]

Is that what happened?

[@JesseDriftwood]

@@Shalaco I somehow didn't notice a random clip covering half the ad read... oops!

[@FloatingOnAZephyr]

Why would it be taken down?

[@GRUBB-MUDD]

u said use an iPhone I just got an s22 ultra, I like the advice about learning on these stories for practise

[@HairCutHarry]

Okay, so I got to 11:10 before I noticed the T-Shirt and backdrop colors had been switching throughout the video! 🙂

[@JesseDriftwood]

Next time I’ll do it with and without hair lol

[@HairCutHarry]

@@JesseDriftwood LOL. 😂

[@tonyroslund]

@@JesseDriftwood I'm just glad to see you wearing pants.

[@MJBold_1]

I vividly remember the HP ad. It was smoothly cut, in the moment, genuine, had solid story, good sound... just perfect. Am glad I was able to experience your IG story days :D

[@DevonFlair]

Not just saying this... but this video is hands down the best ‘5 tips for better....’ video I’ve ever watched. Genuinely thought out & useful tips, and really perfectly presented!

[@stephaniescolman778]

I like the “limits” rule. A life outside of content. Sometimes we all need to hear that! Thank you!

[@SaindodaRota]

You inspired so many people creating good content in a vertical format, even though it was “against the rules”. Keep it up on KZbin and don’t forget to enjoy your off-line life from time to time. All the best!!

[@Courage2Create]

Your content is priceless. You inspire me. I’m so glad I discovered your channel.

[@OmarAfuni]

This was so useful. Thank you for making this video!

[@Kristof_InsertRandomText]

Been around for ages now - since that 1st introduction on peter mckinnons channel. Now that you're going full-time on youtube its even better! Love the content and your personality 🙌🏻

[@NonalignedVideos]

Lots of KZbinrs do videos like this, but this one is the best I've seen. I'm a big fan of Jesse's storytelling. Nice one.

[@WhiteBlankSpace]

I watched your moment lessons! I just make recipe tutorials but saw the preview on Moment site and signed up. Really enjoyed the course!

[@lawrencevanintoy3551]

I will comment because i love watching how u improve ur craft and sharing with ur audience. and also for youtube to notice you more in recommended

[@IanMcCausland]

" Soooo that cool shot? yeah I didn't do it!" Best Storyblocks endorsement EVER!

[@vincesturgell817]

First you inspire us with your stories, then drop the truth bombs on how to make our own stories better, your the best Jesse

[@robert1823]

You are my biggest inspiration for good quality stories , for years no one cant raise the bar like you

[@TheKalaji]

I love how authentic you are man!! always looking forward to see whatever you do

[@the_bioway]

Superb Jesse... Really liked the part of Making it Humane and Enjoying the process😎🙌

[@ClassicPolly]

I'm learning so much here! Jesse your energy and hype is contagious, I can't wait to get out and film more! Thanks for being so AWESOME!

[@sharoona]

My first 2021 video that I watched from the beginning to the end. I already knew these tips/advice but it was a great refresher for this Year. Thanks Jesse

[@ericlauJH]

I total get you ... sometimes we just need to take a break... for sure I always admire your work last time when ig stories was a thing last time your style is the most unique for me back in the day ... but I Glad to see you filming youtube again. I still learn a lot from you especially your in camera transitions really appreciate your sharing. Thanks a lot

[@LawrenceChung]

The complacency part is a massive trap for myself back then. I thought consistency trumps everything else, but complacency without improvements is what really kills off most creators.

[@BrandonTalbot]

This is such an incredible resource. Thanks Jesse.

[@kofuzi]

is there a playlist for this How to Be a Regular Human Sometimes thing?

[@ReubenLiu13]

Your old stories is what inspired me to post a video every day on Instagram for Jan 2021. Thanks for being such an entertaining creator!

[@jv_lamsen10]

Man! So much value in this video! Is this a Masterclass or what? Dang! Appreciate sharing your experience with us! But I've got one question, do Instagram pay you for doing all these great content on Instagram?

[@09rach09]

Thanks for the push Jesse! Took your moment course last year and did stories for a while. Amped to start again!

[@JoshMatlock]

Incredible video man. i've been wanting to get started doing stuff but so worried. this was super helpful!

[@Adegail_]

Didnt expect to watch all of this but it was great!! Your production was great and so were the tips! Thanks!

[@RGMGFitness]

Always enjoy your humor Jesse. Fun intro! Totally agree with both points...do it better and be UNIQUE! Following what everyone else is doing doesn't necessarily get you noticed. Just wish I was a little more the 'creative' type. Working on it...👍👍👍

[@Askfabian]

Thanks for sharing your experience, you have been always an inspiration for my content!

[@chrisclark5135]

Tying your shoes, bro. Betcha can't make that interesting! Thanks for the content man - different types of people view things differently, as you said, and those that look for the "how'd he do that" in your content, love it!

[@JesseDriftwood]

I made one changing my shoelaces once! I’m always breaking laces on my skate shoes.

[@chrisclark5135]

@@JesseDriftwood Haha, alright I'll have to go look...unless it was an IG story, then its probably gonzo.

[@JesseDriftwood]

@@chrisclark5135 long gone!

[@ATRcams]

Keep going my friend, you are a great inspiration for all of us!!

[@hamsterneckliving]

Thanks. I’m going to have to save and watch this again to absorb all the tips that apply to me. There is so much here.

[@RobJorg]

your video's show me impressive skills, a long road ahead of me getting that far up the skill lader. but one question comes up. how is it possible you dont do at least 100k views per day. boggles my mind, you deserve more views.

[@MarioSoMedia]

One of the first 20 min long videos I have watched completely on KZbin in a loooong time!

[@BobbyInBlue]

Killer content and awesome format! Can’t wait to check out your moment course!

[@scottmckenna]

Great video my friend. You’re killing it.

[@jonsimo]

You’re a good human Jesse. This was great and hit home on so many levels.

[@onemorechris]

i think this is the first time i’ve watched one of these ‘what i learnt’ videos and actually started some of the advice already.

[@RICH_Photography]

I still don't understand why there are so many dislikes across thousands of videos on KZbin...are people that negative and millennial they cant appreciate quality free content.

[@JesseDriftwood]

That’s a very good question. I think I’ve only ever hit dislike a few times in my life, and it was typically on a video that really deserves it.

[@jasonsong6747]

Nice video - I like how you made each topic short and to the point - kept me engaged! What are you thoughts on Stories vs Reels? Should we be doing both or one more so than the other?

[@WiZardDrift]

That was way helpful just cause I used to give up on KZbin periodically but after I keep making more videos I’m starting to see a very slow subtle gain in my following and also learning to not over analyze my videos is what I’ve had to learn definitely!

[@AmeliaQualters]

This was so inspiring and just what I needed! Thank you Jesse! Keep creating beautiful content!

[@ruhrpoet]

Jesse, you are my inspiration for everything I do (on the creating side of life) being here from day one. Thanks so much for your lessons, your content, your entertainment. Stay safe.

[@nostalgicdigital]

yesss love this video jesse!!! also props to the editing and switching sets so fluid understanding peeps attention span haha

[@jemsmagicsmedia]

Hey Jesse, I love your videos and content. You are always so fun to watch! Do you usually shoot your stories on a phone (for ease of use) or on a dslr/mirrorless camera (for better video quality)? Or does it depend on how much editing you plan on doing to the story post? Just curious.

[@LordLukeHammond]

Sooooo good. Thanks for the candid breakdown as I think I beat myself up to be perfect... Keep the content coming 🙌

[@LandRoverDrive]

Great vid! Needed an Insta update inspiration video.

[@deadcardriving]

Thanks JD. Truly appreciate your effort, dedication, and willingness to share your process. 🤘🏼

[@ericreniers2506]

Love you man! You seem so sincere and real, thanks!

[@vinhsanity]

Great video - first time I’ve seen anything from your channel, and I subscribed.

[@AnymMusic]

"you've gotta like it" guess I won't make much social media content then (as a music producer that is)

[@mahdiazizi6342]

Your personality is unique bro, we do love man keep it up 👍 !

[@Happenedtoyou]

This was so amazing, so informative and just simply so amazing. Thanks for making this Jesse!

[@jmotg]

I LOVE love love your content! this was super helpful. I've been way more consistent on my youtube channel over the last couple of months but i can't see the results yet. I'm not great with patience but i've told myself to keep going.

[@jbeckeredits]

This video was amazing. My ADD is usually the worst and I’m a professional editor but I just watched all 19 mins and loved it. Thanks for the inspiration and the knowledge!

[@chris]

This was beyond helpful advice for everyone. Thanks for posting, Jesse.

[@JesseDriftwood]

Thanks Chris!

[@HarrisBeauchamp]

Loved this! I really appreciate your genuineness and enthusiasm. Your videos area always enjoyable and valuable. Keep doin what you do, Jesse!

[@donbrooks8479]

Thank you for breaking it down. I love your channel.

[@JordanJLevy]

I love your videos!!! You are amazing and inspiring so thank you!

[@VanessaNunes92]

Absolutely love your videos. So genuine, it almost feels like we’re friends (is that weird? 😅) Beside that, they’re incredibly useful. I’ve learned a lot from watching them. Thank you, Jesse! 👏🏻

[@lauravilmaa]

So good! I've missed your Instagram stories

[@piusgyagenda]

Dude this video has so much energy with real examples, glad that i subscribed to your channel man #Ugandan

[@matmarin5576]

This was great. Super inspiring. I usually like your content. But I loved this video. Thanks for sharing what you know.

[@MunafFajrin]

Thanks for the tips! I find it really useful for my next instastory video hahaha

[@cpstunner]

Always enjoy the content and your always inspiring me to BE better.

[@PatrickRambles]

Jesse, awesome video! How did you do the font kinda floating over your wood floor effect, is it a plugin?

[@Florence.Features]

We did it in After Effects! 1. Track your background 2. Apply tracker to your text layer 3. Convert your text layer to a 3D layer and pull it forward on the Z axis :) BOOM!

[@ibeJomes]

I took that course when it came out! It was well put together.

[@JesseDriftwood]

Thank you!