How to Talk to the Camera (pro tips for looking & sounding confident)

Are you camera shy? Do you feel like you don't know how to talk to the camera? In this video, I'm going to share with you some tips on how to look and sound confident in your KZbin videos. By following these simple tips, you'll be able to put your best foot forward and make great videos that will engage and connect with your viewers!
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[@TwinHomeExperts]

I started watching this channel years ago, and launched my channel, I have 230k subs and millions a viewers per month. Took me over a hundred videos to finally say, I GOT THIS! Thanks Gillian. ❤

[@gillianzperkins]

Amazing! Thank you for sharing!

[@Dronebotworkshop]

I honestly think that this is one of your best videos, Gillian. I've now made over 100 videos and still don't think that I have mastered this!

[@gillianzperkins]

Wow, thank you!

[@espartanam]

And she is honest with numbers. I am glad and grateful for this channel.

[@gillianzperkins]

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[@Aprons.Overalls]

You are so inspiring, Gillian! 😇 We watch all sorts of creator education videos and the space is mostly male dominated. We are a husband and wife crew and we love learning from a diverse source of educators. Your honesty and personality resonate with both of us and we are so happy when we see you have a new video. Some day when the time is right, we hope to sign up for some of your courses. Thank you for all that you do!

[@gillianzperkins]

Thank you for your thoughtful comment! ❤️

[@eusebiocanogutierrez493]

This video popped up right exactly when I was about to hit the record button of my cellphone. I've been trying to start my KZbin channel for so long, but my fear to not perform good enough on camera has held me back to do it several times. Thank you Gillian, this is kind of a sign of the universe for me. ✨🙏🏽✨🙏🏽✨🙏🏽✨

[@gillianzperkins]

I'm so glad, Eusebio! You got this! 🙂💪🏼

[@tirarosaurioreads]

Very good video. I'm just starting and struggle with my confidence. But one step at a time. The last tip was super useful.

[@divinefeminine3]

Thank you for these unique tips and insight. One of the best videos on this topic that I’ve seen. It makes so much sense doing the editing yourself so you understand the process and limitations when we pay someone to do it.

[@Chantellemarketing]

Wow, this video was so helpful! I've always been a little intimidated by the idea of talking to the camera, but your pro tips have given me some much-needed confidence. I especially appreciated the suggestion to practice and rehearse before hitting record. I'll definitely be putting that into practice. Thanks for sharing your insights!

[@gillianzperkins]

Thank you, Chantelle! I'm so glad it was helpful. ❤️

[@kdguntherpropertiesbyfrida1496]

Great video and very inspiring. I like that you don't stare at the lens for the whole video and your eye movements are very natural.

[@tube-master]

Thanks for these amazing tips 💪 Looking forward to implement them into my workflow 👌

[@roguereemerged]

THANK YOU! This is the best video we’ve watched yet!!

[@moircandlecompany]

So appreciate you for this video❤

[@SunshineRisesAgain]

Thank you Gillian. So good. I love how you tell the real deal. 😊

[@mydragonstale1208]

Thank you! It's my purpose to make videos on suicide prevention yet I am terrified to put it mildly. Your videos are helping me gain the courage I need. A million Thank yous!!

[@mcnaturall5372]

Thanks for all of the amazing advice. I appreciate all of the tips.

[@madebylora]

Some great suggestions, thank you! I’m still new and have lots to learn. So far, for me, I find it easier to be natural if I can’t see myself while filming! (I just do a quick test first to make sure I’ve not cut the top of my head off haha).

[@TomIowa1]

I have had my own URL for quite a while but I've never been able to develop it completely. I am planning to hit it hard starting with the new year. I hope that on January 1 I will be able to post a video every day. I know I've got a great subject or niche as some would call it. I know I will struggle with the videos, but after watching this video I will be able to face my fears, knowing that "it will come". Thank you so much for the information and the inspiration you've given me.

[@SKWDMDYT]

Thanks for this video. Extremely helpful. My suggestion however is to eliminate the extemely annoying and overused KZbinr technique of adding clips from movies and TV. So annoying!!!!

[@lisabeal6283]

😂

[@saiaquaworld1264]

Beautifully explained

[@nerdmommy7114]

This is so helpful! Why 9.1k views only compared to your other videos?! Anyway, thank you so much! I love the edits of different YT content creators, the before and after. That was so awesome! I acknowledge how hard it was to edit that part!

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Most important topic

[@soundsofrevival9560]

Great video...first to view

[@yongbeom76]

Great tips! You are helping me greatly. Thank you!

[@roynelson7613]

Thank you love. You are so beautiful and amazing and great at what you do. I really do appreciate these videos to help boost my confidence. I've been through a lot in my life bad motorcycle accident the end of 2013 and I'm going to start my new channel around the first of the year. And your channel is very helpful thank you so much happy holidays son ❤️🥰

[@CaffeineJogger]

Great tips. It’s encouraging for me as a raw beginner to watch you consistently looking down or to the side. Thanks for all the great tips. Do you think it’s confidence as well? Which you have in abundance btw. Well done

[@silverbackheathen]

All good tips, thank you. I just need to get past talking to the camera, as well as set the fear aside.😊

[@joemahma3457]

You’re amazing, that is all 🫶

[@MarciaPereiraBr]

Great video! I just started trying to make videos and the tips answered exactly the doubts and things i saw in myself that i didnt like. Thanks so much, im definitely subscribing !

[@TwistedTexures]

This was very helpful! Thank you!

[@Abhi-passionatetoexplore]

Thank you so much for sharing ideas ❤ Lot's of love 🎉

[@alisagreen3162]

Gillian, thank you for the encouragement! 💚

[@gillianzperkins]

You are so welcome! ❤️

[@rechellethackray]

Thank you so much for sharing this information , greatly appreciated 😊

[@4seasonshelf]

Is there a good video editing program, free even? Also where can we get those funny video clips that you sprinkle in? Thanks! Great video.

[@GodsRealPoo]

What an excellent video! Thanks!

[@dameanvil]

00:00 🎥 First videos can feel awkward and uncomfortable for everyone, even experienced KZbinrs. 02:07 📝 Starting with a simple plan, like bullet points, can boost confidence and naturalness. 03:31 💡 Avoid scripting every word to encourage natural speaking and confidence. 04:50 🗣 Discuss topics you're comfortable with to ease into talking on camera. 06:08 🛋 Before recording, get comfortable with your surroundings and rehearse your first few lines. 06:54 👁 Maintain eye contact with the camera lens for a more engaging connection with viewers. 07:48 😊 Smiling while talking can enhance friendliness, charisma, and confidence on camera. 09:29 💥 Add energy to your delivery to counteract the two-dimensional nature of video. 10:39 🎬 Editing your own videos initially can accelerate improvement by providing valuable feedback. 12:10 🎯 Embrace imperfections and authenticity while finding a balance between polish and naturalness.

[@BenjaminPope]

Beautiful video by a beautiful woman

[@marcusgonzalez8459]

I really love the content. What editing software do you use? Do you have a video going over editing video?

[@autumn-k]

Thank you for the great tips.

[@Phoenix-TheRisingMommy]

Thank you sooo much..This is really helpful..I appreciate it ❤❤❤

[@TeacherKellyTag]

I feel like you either do more work on the front end or the back end. I’d rather memorize a scrip and then when I go to sit down there are a lot less takes and editing (I hate editing).

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Hi I am your big fan and I am from India

[@callmepr117]

Your tips are very helpful. Thank you

[@DachshundStation]

Very helpful video. Thanks.

[@pastoreliezer1]

Great content. Very enlightening and Encouraging. Thank you

[@gillianzperkins]

You are so welcome :)

[@NicolaTweed]

Thank you for this video, such great tips ❤

[@coursecreatorcouple]

We just started our channel and we have been scripting our videos. We've found that we try to memorize when scripting, and end up doing tons of takes 😬 We're going to try just doing an outline next time! P.S. We totally misjudged just how hard it is to think when looking at the camera!!

[@astrona77]

Great vid! How did you cut and close the gap in one move for adobe premiere? All the tips show me how to close all gaps, but not cut and close with a hot key.

[@bomanson]

Point No.8 is just perfect. People always say I don't smile and look unfriendly and I make that resting b*tch face? annoyed? face. In fact, I was so relaxed and comfy and actually friendly. Now when I edit my video, I know they were right all along 🤣 So, I plan to smile a little bit more, and just be a little less comfy for the next video.

[@sapna85p]

Thank you for sharing that! ❤

[@hollieverafter]

Thank you, Gillian!

[@PrashanthS-z6t]

What a great content and enjoyable video

[@farukhhasan11]

God bless you. You are so nice.

[@salemslotandmore8278]

Thank You

[@abigailandjavisfamily]

This is great advice because im a introvert 😂

[@georgianarundgren2385]

I struggle with knowing how to edit.

[@treytracytravel]

Great info!

[@chancecooper9246]

I'm binge watching your videos now lol

[@libaneville4931]

What video editor where you using at the beginning?

[@mo-akif]

adobe premiere pro

[@ikhtiarhussainkhattak]

best video

[@jeremyjamesmusic]

Any advice for what type of editing software to use?

[@nativeplantgardenclub3424]

I have noticed in your recent videos that your speech and mouth don't exactly jive. Is do to editing on Descript?

[@AbodiGames]

🌹👍

[@allthecommonsense]

Editing is a big part of this and it helps to have the right tool. Which video editor turned out to work best for you?

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[@TIANYELI-ow6jx]

i cannot help laughing when i face to camera😂

[@ElevateDiaries]

😂😂😂😂😂I can't listen to myself 😂my voice sounds so weird to me😂😂😂

[@Lindah787]

I have a big struggle speaking in camera 😅😅😅all English is gone haha😂😂😂😂I struggle alot

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