How To Make Your VIPKid Intro Video Stand Out!

In this video I share my VIPKiD intro video and talk about a few things that could help your teacher profile stand out!
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Thanks for watching!!
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[@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

[@zac_vaughn]

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.

[@daniellehaythorne7949]

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! 😄😊

[@chadweissert6858]

Excellent! Thank you Teacher Michael

[@grisg.4121]

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

[@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!!

[@isnaudyjosetorofonseca3383]

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

[@arbiahkimi5215]

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

[@paradoxinmotion]

excellent Michael - thank you! you have great energy!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you so much!

[@mariagonzales695]

Great tips, great video. Thank you!

[@TheresaOliverAuthor]

Thank you sooo much! Lots of great tips!

[@nazmeenbadat43]

Thanks so much. This was very helpful.

[@thatchoyboy]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Christopher Martin Choy hey thanks!

[@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!

[@MyJunkObsession]

Very entertaining and helpful! Love your quirky sound effects!

[@MichaelVenn]

Haha thanks! I appreciate you watching :)

[@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

[@kimannmunoz7325]

Wooooow. Thank you for this Teacher Michael!

[@talleylong7274]

Great video Michael - thank you!

[@lisaelliott3864]

Love the shelves and lighting! Well done!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you Lisa!!

[@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 🙂

[@shireenmanamela9419]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!

[@teacheralex636]

Very useful and honest video! 😊👏

[@Divine_healing]

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

[@ginareyna4417]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks!!!

[@sigridchanner549]

great job teacher Michael

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!

[@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?

[@Lorebdcom]

I also agree with you

[@rafaelsharper5730]

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

[@cariabasalbios8919]

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

[@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

[@irfaanbuckus9268]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you! I appreciate that

[@Davidvancoller]

What an awesome video! Thanks mate

[@MichaelVenn]

Cheers! 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!

[@TxHoneyBee]

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

[@annami6314]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

an nami thank you!

[@maraburger5439]

thanks a lot for ...wowing my classes

[@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)

[@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 :)

[@faridaabdulpatta5195]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Happy to hear that - thanks for watching!

[@remio1377]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Haha thanks!! ✌️

[@ryanmortier1893]

Genius IDK but it's an inspiring video.

[@casandrayorgason]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!!

[@jennelynbayao6948]

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

[@jocelynbuenaventura2369]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Jocelyn Buenaventura thank you for watching :)

[@berlindamichelle]

My son loves your video

[@MichaelVenn]

Berlinda Michelle haha that’s awesome!!

[@americadiaz3773]

Great tips!Thank you

[@MichaelVenn]

America Diaz thanks for watching!

[@janetdacwag3149]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

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

[@jstalnaker28]

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

[@CoachTee.]

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

[@angie4483]

Thank you so much for the intro video tips. 😄

[@MichaelVenn]

You’re welcome! Thanks so much for watching

[@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 :)

[@StephRivera]

Love your video! Thanks!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks Stephanie! I appreciate you watching it :)

[@afrahmanderson496]

Very Nice!

[@Smilediva83]

💞Great video Michael

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!

[@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!

[@elizabethhealy5279]

This is great!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks for watching Elizabeth Healy! :)

[@dunavskakarakuda]

Thanks

[@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.

[@annamariaagocsova3855]

You rock...

[@carriemehdi]

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

[@victoriajoy4654]

Great Video!! Thanks, Michael!! Victoria

[@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!

[@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!!

[@gayebroni]

Oh MY!!! Your intro is fantastic!! My video is sooooo draabbb compared to yours. Oh my goodness, I need to take mine down now! GREAT TIPS AND WONDERFUL EXAMPLE OF WHAT CAN BE DONE IN THE INTRO!!

[@MichaelVenn]

Gaye Proctor aww thanks! Don't take yours down haha!! I appreciate your nice comment though :)

[@qkidsteacherdiana6728]

Great video!!! 💗

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you !

[@jaspreetbrar-dhatt5425]

AHHHHHHHHHH-MAZING POST!

[@MichaelVenn]

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

[@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 :)

[@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 🙌

[@ramelajeridian6245]

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

[@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 :)

[@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 :)

[@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?

[@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?

[@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.

[@minelarivera4974]

OMG! LOL you're awesome! (I would hire you for my kids LOL!)

[@MichaelVenn]

Minela Rivera thank you!!

[@simplifyonlineteaching]

#Polaroid Love it! And Thanks a Billion for your video! You rock Teacher Michael!

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!

[@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 :)

[@bethanypetersen7005]

3:33 😂 but for real, thank you for this!

[@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!

[@samanthamurphy1204]

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

[@GardeniaRos]

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 🙌

[@GardeniaRos]

@@MichaelVenn Thanks!

[@carlahernandez2896]

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

[@MichaelVenn]

Thanks! They are Bose quiet comfort headphones :)

[@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?

[@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!!

[@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!!

[@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 :)

[@citymouse514]

Love the video! Thanks for sharing! What editing software did you use? Any suggestions for non-Mac?

[@MichaelVenn]

citymouse514 thx! I use final cut. I’ve never used a non Mac so I have no suggestions except maybe windows movie maker?

[@citymouse514]

Thanks

[@tryingcake101]

I use Corel VideoStudio on my Windows 10 PC. Super easy and very nice results. Even handles green screen if you ever want to get that creative,. It;s as simple or as complicated as you like,. And it's affordable.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!!

[@mariadelcarmenoros7117]

Hello Thanks Micheal! What website did you edit the video? Thanks for the help you are awesome :)

[@MichaelVenn]

Thank you!! I use Final Cut Pro to edit but iMove and Windows Movie maker work just as well for these purposes (and are free) ✌️

[@wernerfourie8982]

Lovit

[@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?

[@josielburnett]

Become the banjo teacher xD

[@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!

[@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?

[@paulanderson9688]

Very well done! What part of Canada? :) We lived in BC for 6 years. Miss it!

[@MichaelVenn]

Paul Anderson thank you! I’m in Nova Scotia :)

[@velcorr2010]

Canada>America all day. Great shit.