How To Make Your VIPKid Intro Video Stand Out!

[@MichaelVenn]

I just emailed VIPKiD to ask about video length. They do recommend videos to be 10-15 secs but they will accept videos up to 60secs as long as they don’t exceed 100MB :)

[@karenhornsby]

My video exceeds 100 MB but is only 51 secs long. How do you compress the video to make it smaller and able to upload?

[@jalarise8495]

10-15 seconds??? All you can say is hi and bye! Lol

[@qwrightpurses]

Hi...I’m trying to upload a 54 second intro video that’s about 74 MB, but the upload keeps failing. I’ve tried from two different laptops. Do you have any tips?

[@MichaelVenn]

Qi Love If you’re having troubles I would email VIPKid directly

[@ExplorewithZac]

Michael Venn VIPkid just told me the limit is 20mb. That’s like, impossible to fit into.

[@imdee9024]

This guy's video literally changed my life 2 years ago. Forever grateful.

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you! I had no idea but that’s so nice to hear 😊

[@AngelaSilva]

I send this to every single teacher I help through the process or who asks me for booking tips, so good! Thanks, Michael!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you Angela! That’s so nice to hear 🙌

[@TellitTay]

You’re a natural at this!! Definitely helpful to watch thank you 😊🙌🏾

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you so much!!

[@lylesimon7815]

You've set the bar high Michael. Thank you for the tips and inspiration.

[@gregoryedwards3467]

Woah Michael, your video is just... wow! Thanks for this. This gave me soo many ideas. I can tell you truly inspire your students to learn English just by your enthusiasm and character.

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you so much, that’s very kind of you to say!!

[@PixieGloLifeChannel]

I love your video. Just took a marketing workshop and they used your video as an exemplary example. Great Job Teacher Michael.

[@MichaelVenn]

PixieGloLife-Channel that’s so cool, thanks for letting me know. I’m curious who was doing the marketing workshop? Was it VIPKiD?

[@English24hours365]

I also agree with you

[@KatRauhauser]

As a new teacher struggling to get bookings, this video is SOOOO helpful! Thank you for sharing your tips! I am going to make an updated intro video this weekend.

[@MichaelVenn]

I’m so happy to hear that, thank you! If you’re looking for a additional resources or any profile critiques from actual teachers you can find more on my website: www.teachermichaelonline.com

[@arbiahkimi5215]

Thank you teacher Michael ...I liked everything you did ...you are awesome 👏

[@grisg.4121]

I"m about to do my intro video...Loved watching your tips.

[@isnaudyjosetorofonseca3383]

You are the Best one. Thank you so much for this Amazing Intro Video.

[@kimannmunoz7325]

Wooooow. Thank you for this Teacher Michael!

[@casandrayorgason]

Acting degree... Seems more useful in VIPkid!! I love your energy!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!!

[@BlossomAndGuinea]

Teacher Michael, thank you for your Smart Demo video, as well as this one! You are so clear in what you say, you give great real-life examples, and your videos are so fun! THANK YOU! 😄😊

[@teenasharma465]

Oh my God!! The best intro video I've ever watched! You did it so well.. I guess, this is what recruiters want from all the teachers I wish to be like you!! Thanks for sharing such a helpful video..

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks for watching!

[@standardbrah]

This is awesome man! Super helpful, and its great getting good advice from a fellow guy doing VIP kids!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks Curtis, I appreciate that. There’s more videos in the works too!

[@standardbrah]

Right on, I've already watched a few more and subscribed!

[@chadweissert6858]

Excellent! Thank you Teacher Michael

[@stephlove2903]

i have an acting degree too! It makes such a big difference having a good space, I teach on my bedroom floor and it's def not ideal.

[@MichaelVenn]

Stephanie O'Handley nice! Yea it def took me a while to find the right set up for me :)

[@paulareid2211]

Thanks for your video Michael and all the good tips. It was very helpful and sparked some ideas for my interview, if I get that far.

[@MichaelVenn]

Paula Reid thank you! Happy to hear that and best of luck moving forward :)

[@thatchoyboy]

Hey Michael! Great to see another Canadian on the KZbin VIPKID scene!

[@MichaelVenn]

Christopher Martin Choy hey thanks!

[@shireenmanamela9419]

So much fun super fun ,very inclusive too kids high energy

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!

[@talleylong7274]

Great video Michael - thank you!

[@meredithboring1313]

Aw! I'm starting to teach with VIPKIDS and I'm making my video! You're so good! I'm a theatre degree kid, too (no english PHD for me either, haha)

[@MyJunkObsession]

Very entertaining and helpful! Love your quirky sound effects!

[@MichaelVenn]

Haha thanks! I appreciate you watching :)

[@berlindamichelle]

My son loves your video

[@MichaelVenn]

Berlinda Michelle haha that’s awesome!!

[@queenof3futurekings606]

Thank you so much for sharing! This was so creative! So needed this during the intro to the new school year while social distancing!

[@MichaelVenn]

I appreciate your kind words, thanks for watching 🙂

[@teacheralex636]

Very useful and honest video! 😊👏

[@ramelajeridian6245]

Hello Michael, thank you for the informative video. Any such ideas for all age groups?

[@doublerainbowomg]

excellent Michael - thank you! you have great energy!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you so much!

[@sigridchanner549]

great job teacher Michael

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!

[@dunavskakarakuda]

Thanks

[@remio1377]

Waow! This is fantastic Michael. You are a genius.

[@MichaelVenn]

Haha thanks!! ✌️

[@ryanmortier1893]

Genius IDK but it's an inspiring video.

[@avantaadeleke2703]

Solid advice! I like that tip about setting the right expectations :)

[@MichaelVenn]

Avanta Adeleke cheers! I think the expectation part is super important. Thx for watching :)

[@EclecticAesthetics]

Michael Venn Question, when you playback your video through the app does it appear grainy-like it's filmed in a different resolution?

[@MichaelVenn]

Avanta it is def a little bit grainy but not to the point that it's unwatchable

[@EclecticAesthetics]

Michael Venn Thanks. I thought it was something on my end.

[@Divine_healing]

I just saw this video thank you so much for this tips

[@nazmeenbadat43]

Thanks so much. This was very helpful.

[@CB-dq4iu]

This is such a great video. You have an awesome personality! I hope I can bring that fun energy to my classes once I start! I dinged that little belly.

[@MichaelVenn]

Chelsea Bufton Thanks so much Chelsea I really appreciate that. I’m not sure who else is dinging the little belly but thank you for doing it haha

[@ginareyna4417]

This was amazing!!!! Really fun and educational.

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks!!!

[@lisaelliott3864]

Love the shelves and lighting! Well done!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you Lisa!!

[@kellygaddy-hartman5149]

MIchael, I just passed my mock class successfully and am looking forward to the next step, profile and shooting a video. I have never shot a video so I'm looking for tips on apps, music, editing, etc. Thank you! By the way, your video was AWESOME!!!!!

[@MichaelVenn]

I would suggest you shoot on whatever you have available (smart phone is fine). I edit on Final Cut but iMovie is free and works great. I get music sometimes from KZbin using a KZbin to mp3 concert or online.

[@mariagonzales695]

Great tips, great video. Thank you!

[@pollylong7182]

This a fabulous and very motivational video. Thanks for the great ideas! My classroom set up is very similar, and I am definitely going to add a Mr. Potato head! Great prop! I will be starting my first Trial classes within the next couple weeks and I am now even more motivated! Thanks!

[@MichaelVenn]

Polly Long that’s awesome! I hope you have fun teaching! I’ve been on a break recently but excited to get back to it myself. Good luck :)

[@TheresaOliverAuthor]

Thank you sooo much! Lots of great tips!

[@servantrose]

thank you for answering your commentors! I hate when youtubers don't... it's annoying. very nice vid btw.

[@MichaelVenn]

svntrs I hear ya! And thank you for watching, I appreciate it!

[@mariebutler-goble7877]

This was a really helpful video Michael -- THANK YOU! I'm recording my introduction video later today and I really had no idea what to do with it. Your example was just the visual I needed. Sadly, I don't juggle, sing OR play the ukulele.☹️. I do have some fun props though and will try to incorporate them so that I can hopefully make an impact on potential students and their families.

[@MichaelVenn]

Hey thanks so much for watching! I’m happy to hear you found some helpful information here! Have fun making your video and good luck 🙌

[@robertsonbrittany17]

My office is in a basement! I use a couple of lamps with LED lights and one that has a daylight bulb to help make the lighting look more natural :)

[@MichaelVenn]

I love it - use what you’ve got!!

[@Davidvancoller]

What an awesome video! Thanks mate

[@MichaelVenn]

Cheers! Thanks for watching

[@jennelynbayao6948]

GREAT sounds good to inspire us to do good video intro..

[@annami6314]

Love your Candian Accent! Also, thanks for you suggestions, they're reassuring!

[@MichaelVenn]

an nami thank you!

[@michelesekaquaptewa8976]

Hi Michael. This is a great video and super motivating for me to redo mine! Haha! Anyway, you said play to your strengths in the video like if you play a musical instrument, etc. I do play piano, but I doubt I would ever use it. So my other interests include quilting (avid, though beginner, quilter here!) and reading and playing with my daughters. How would you incorporate that, if at all? I do have an ABC quilt hanging in my classroom but that's it.

[@MichaelVenn]

Hey! Thanks for your comment. Even if you wouldn’t use it in the classroom using your piano in the video might be helpful - SO many students also play piano so it could be a good way to relate. If not, I think showing off your quilt and simply saying “I made this!” Might be enough. Good luck!!

[@Alykat514]

WOW this is an awesome informative wicked helpful video. I love the lighting, the simplicity, clear speaking, and starting out with saying "My name is..." while pointing to a sign with your name and then saying "I am from...." and I could hold up a flag of America, great ideas. I definitely don't have the video editing camera or skills or know anyone, do you know who can do this for me, where can I go to find it? Also where is the notification button? You say you don't have a Bachelor's but I thought with vipkid that was a requirement? Where can I find out how much money you make with VipKid versus 51Talk? Also, any ideas anyone have on working with Spanish-speaking kids or adults? Thanks!!!

[@MichaelVenn]

Alyson Ferro hey thanks for your comment! I don’t have a bachelor of education degree but I do have a bachelors degree. I’m not sure who can help with your video but maybe make a post on Facebook? You never know who might be able to help out. Also I made a video about how much I make with VIP kid, not sure about 51 talk because I’ve never worked w them. Thanks for watching!

[@maraburger5439]

thanks a lot for ...wowing my classes

[@jocelynbuenaventura2369]

very informative... thank you for sharing!!!!

[@MichaelVenn]

Jocelyn Buenaventura thank you for watching :)

[@irfaanbuckus9268]

This is amazing mahn! Literally every pointer I needed to know about 😁 thanks Michael

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you! I appreciate that

[@cariabasalbios8919]

thank you, this Video just given me so much idea for the Intro video I am about to make

[@patrickkelly7619]

Great resource and information Michael. As a veteran colleague, how do I get connected to a Mentor such as yourself??? I have been a primary care taker and definitely like to get back to teaching. Thank you for any help you can provide.

[@MichaelVenn]

Hey Patrick! Thanks for watching. I’m not sure I understand your question fully? Are you already a teacher or are you looking to apply to VIPKiD for the first time?

[@user-pk8nh7ti2c]

Hi Michael, What do teachers do regarding the rights to use music in the background of their video? Even free music I have found still requires the author be cited. Is there a place under the video we can reference the music on the VIPKID page?

[@MichaelVenn]

I’m not sure. If you’re worried about it I would just use music from the KZbin audio library or find music that doesn’t require attribution.

[@americadiaz3773]

Great tips!Thank you

[@MichaelVenn]

America Diaz thanks for watching!

[@sofiapando4384]

What a brilliant video! I love it. What program did you use for compiling and editing your video? Thanks!!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks! I use final cut pro

[@sofiapando4384]

Teacher Michael thanks!!

[@faridaabdulpatta5195]

Thank you so much for this video! 😊 It helped me a lot.

[@MichaelVenn]

Happy to hear that - thanks for watching!

[@angie4483]

Thank you so much for the intro video tips. 😄

[@MichaelVenn]

You’re welcome! Thanks so much for watching

[@rafaelsharper5730]

Awesome video. Thanks. I really wanted to see a man doing this! Didn’t think about editing the video like that. ✊🏾

[@amyzheng1185]

Hi Michael, we love your video, may VIPKID get your permission to use clips from your video for teacher recruitment?

[@MichaelVenn]

Zheng Amy Hi there, yes that would be fine :)

[@annobrien2739]

Hi Michael, love your energy!. I used your link to apply for VIPKID hopefully I did it right and you got credit for the reference. Can you help me with the next steps? I signed up for the hangout session and online coaching, should I attend it or should I go through you? If I have you coach me how does that work? Thank you in advance for your support.Have a peaceful day,Ann Marie

[@MichaelVenn]

Ann O'Brien hey Ann! That’s great news - if I were you I’d do the hangout or online coaching cause that stuff can be helpful. I’m also a little busy with my other job these days so my time is limited. That said, please feel free to reach out if you have any specific questions :) Good luck!

[@annobrien2739]

Michael Venn ok, thank you

[@page8772]

This is such a helpful video and great example! Do you have recommendations for using sound clips/background music with copyright issues? At the end of your video did you include a disclaimer that the music was not yours or something like that?

[@TxHoneyBee]

Heya Teacher Michael! Thank you for this video. You gave me some good inspiration for my intro video too! Thank you :)

[@MG-bq1uk]

Thank you! I'm going to use "Magisto" app to do my video. It's user friendly, simple and easy to edit!

[@lucianoorozco9034]

Great video Michael, thanks for the info. Quick question, how do you know what song to use in the background? Thank you!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you! You can use whatever song you want in the background :)

[@adventureswithbluestar]

AHHHHHHHHHH-MAZING POST!

[@MichaelVenn]

DhattIsBeautiphul AHHHHH-MAZING comment!! Haha seriously though, thank you!

[@carriemehdi]

Haha! you're awesome! Ding the belly!!!

[@michelleharry1836]

Super great video and worthwhile tips! So glad I saw this before I got started! Now, let me make some money teaching classes so I can get some good Canon equipment! :-) Thanks for your help!

[@MichaelVenn]

Michelle Taylor thanks! Good luck with it - Canon equipment is a good goal/motivator!!

[@victoriajoy4654]

Great Video!! Thanks, Michael!! Victoria

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!! 🙌

[@Oliver.Doliver]

Hey Michael, I absolutely love your video. It makes me want to change mine haha. Quick question, I was browsing around on VIPKID's Teacher Portal, but I couldn't find the place where we can reupload our Intro Video? Where would I be able to find that?

[@MichaelVenn]

Rick Phan thanks so much - I appreciate that. I found that I could only change the video through the VIPKiD app, it didn't work through the teacher portal. Good luck!

[@MartinezGardenia]

Cool thank you for this!I'm planning my intro video for Cambly, I play Uke I didn't think about including it

[@MichaelVenn]

Awesome! Good luck with it 🙌

[@MartinezGardenia]

@@MichaelVenn Thanks!

[@jstalnaker28]

I love it! I need to re-do mine. It’s terrible. Yours is great! 😊❤️

[@Smilediva83]

💞Great video Michael

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!

[@HappyHikers]

Hey!! This is so great! I just got hired and am making my intro video tomorrow! I’m super excited! Your lighting in this video is seriously so perfect, goals! I’m going to be hiking Canada’s Great Divide Trail this summer! Anyways, thanks for this video! It’s super helpful! Cheers!

[@MichaelVenn]

Happy Hikers thanks for watching - glad you found this video helpful :) Also, good luck on you hike this summer, sounds fun!!

[@HappyHikers]

Michael Venn thanks! Subscribed to your channel!

[@nickimarie5254]

This is awesome! I'm sure being handsome helps just a little bit too! ;-) I think I will redo mine and focus on getting the lighting just right. I'm an art teacher, any tips on including that in the video?

[@tiffanygreen9443]

Hi Michael, What a great video with solid advice! Question for you: what type of lighting would you suggest for daily lessons when natural sunlight is not an option? Can’t wait for your next video!

[@MichaelVenn]

Tiffany Green hey, thx! I will make a more detailed video about this soon but in short 2 Lamps (w no lampshade) placed on either side of you (ideally the bulbs are above your eye line) should be suitable :)

[@ladylauz4886]

Hey Michael. This is great. :) Well done. Did you use this for your application? Or did you make this one particularly for the website for kids and parents to view and to book you? Most of the application intro videos I've seen ask to include your qualifications and experience etc, which as you mentioned is quite boring.

[@MichaelVenn]

This is the video I use on my profile. My qualifications are already mentioned on my profile and in my bio so I didn’t feel the need to include them in my video

[@ladylauz4886]

@@MichaelVenn Thank you. :)

[@carlahernandez2896]

Love the video! BTW what brand/model are the headphones you're using.

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks! They are Bose quiet comfort headphones :)

[@afrahmanderson496]

Very Nice!

[@samanthamurphy1204]

I am sad you didn't let us hear you singing in the video! ;) GREAT video, thanks so much!

[@beauty4395]

Michael thanks for the video. how did you setup the banking account which doesn't cost fees?

[@MichaelVenn]

Beauty hey thanks for watching! I just kept my regular bank account - the transfer fees are only about $13/month which I don’t mind too much

[@beauty4395]

thanks for the info, I though we need to have a USA account number and vipkid transfers only to USA not to Canada?

[@MichaelVenn]

Beauty no, they will deposit to a CDN account and the exchange rate happens automatically :)

[@beauty4395]

I see thank you for the info, it saves me some troubles.

[@beauty4395]

thanks teacher Mike

[@kimpossible6654]

Hi Michael - great advice- I've just finished my intro video. What editing software are you using that's the key.

[@MichaelVenn]

Kim Possible thank you! I use Final Cut Pro to edit :)

[@angelaharris6757]

Should I use a little Chinese in my introduction? I'm super American, but can speak Mandarin. Would parents like that or consider it a no-no?

[@janetdacwag3149]

Thank you for the tip. I've learned a lot from it

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks for the feedback - I’m happy to hear it :)

[@paytonsneed9883]

I like your spinning coin idea for rewards. Where could I find those?

[@MichaelVenn]

I’m not sure what you mean...I don’t use a spinning coin reward?

[@angiesmith9181]

Excellent video I’m getting ready to do my intro video as well and your video is great! I noticed your East Coast Sticker on your laptop what part of the east coast are you? Im in St. John’s, Newfoundland! Cheers to East Coast!!!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks Angie! I’m in Nova Scotia :)

[@craigseganti8999]

Solid thx

[@mxserable7931]

Hello Michael! I am having an with resolution. If my video is 15 seconds or less Ultra 4K works. Any second more I have to lower it to 1080p HD. then the playback on vip is grainy and not as clear. I would like to make my video 20-22 seconds to do some editing adding parts of my class. Any recommendation on videoing or editing so I get a clear intro video? I feel mine is greatly lacking. I also have a large selfie overhead lamp that I feel just creates more shadowing :( Would you recommend to video with my lgv30 or dslr and then upload?

[@suzanneprevost9738]

Hi, Your videos are GREAT! If you put your vipkid reference number right after your first sentence, you could make more referrals $$ maybe. I think great work deserves to be compensated. Just trying to be helpful! Keep up the great work!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks you! And thanks for the tip - I’ll keep that in mind :)

[@e.lenahwilson4344]

Awesome intro video!! I just passed the mock on yesterday and I am looking for ideas to make my intro stand out. Thank you so much for sharing these tips!! Quick question....if I am not satisfied with my initial video, would I be able to change/edit it later?

[@MichaelVenn]

Ethelean Wilson hey! Glad it helped, and yes, you can switch your video later if you decide to record a new one :) Good luck and happy teaching!

[@elizabethhealy5279]

This is great!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks for watching Elizabeth Healy! :)

[@qkidsteacherdiana6728]

Great video!!! 💗

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you !

[@CoachTee.]

CHECK OUT my VIPKID intro video! Low budget, some graphics, and actually doable! kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4eXmmd6eNGlapY

[@lorelaislair7408]

Awesome video, love your energy!! Can you share that too!!! I am working on getting my video together, thanks for yours, it helped alot.

[@MichaelVenn]

Lorelai's Lair so happy to hear! Thanks so much for watching :) Good luck with your video!

[@utopiadweller]

Brilliant video, Michael. Please suggest where background music for the intro video can be found?

[@MichaelVenn]

First Last thank you! I use music from the KZbin audio library :)

[@utopiadweller]

Michael Venn, Thanks. I wish you Happy Holidays. You are uniquely creative. Thanks for sharing your teaching, acting, and video-making talent with us. I hope you achieve success in all your goals. Ciao for now.

[@ambvlntSoul]

Awesome video. Have you had the same intro video from the start or did you go back and make a better one after working for a bit?

[@MichaelVenn]

Elliot Marcucci thanks! I went back and made a better video after about 3 months of teaching :)

[@poshosman7454]

Michael Venn hi Michael! Can you assist me with how replace my intro video with a new one! Can't seem to find the way to go about it on my profile. Thank you 😊

[@lavinamitchell2923]

Thanks for the helpful tips. Do you think the language should be simple if your are recommended to just teach intermediate level?

[@MichaelVenn]

Lavina Mitchell Yes! I would still keep the language simple. You can use simple language to ask a complex question or start a more advanced conversation

[@StephenNiiTettey]

Can you guide us as to what u use in editing your videos?