Talking to camera just got easier for everyone - Quick & Easy

[@Jay_Prater]

This is fantastic. I worked in radio for 25 years and got this exact advice from respected Program Directors in major markets. ESPECIALLY addressing the audience as individuals and not "guys", bullet points rather than scripts, talking through a smile and gesture to punctuate your words. All we had was audio, but good practices in broadcasting apply to all platforms.

[@rosacurls]

Very true, have to say you hit the nail on the head as I do , do some of akward things , have a great one. You did fantastic

[@angelsjoker8190]

How to address to viewers depends on what kind of feeling you want to create, I guess. Addressing them as one individual probably creates a more intimate atmosphere, while you "guys" may evoke the feeling of belonging to a community.

[@0rbium]

So true. I co-piloted the front desk at career services for a major university my freshman year. The phones (pre-mobile era) were always jammed with CEOs trying to get through to their recruiters or set up an event. The lady in charge of the desk had worked there about 30 years. The only advice she gave me was "smile when you answer. They can hear a smile, and it sets the tone."

[@TwodaysTuesdays]

This is reassuring

[@chadontheroad1]

So how would you introduce yourself or start your intro trying to address a single person instead of a group ?

[@leapnlarry]

Practice Practice Practice, i vlog every where i go, walmart, the grocery store, hiking, i rarely use this footage but helps me get comfortable talking to the camera and doing it in crowds, people do stare but that’s ok, sometimes people recognize me an stop and say hi, that’s ok too. The more i practice, when i sit down to do a talking head, i look into the camera better and look much more relaxed and comfortable like im just talking to a friend on teh couch. Practice is the only way to get better in crowds. When i set up my tripod to film doing self checkout at walmart, while talking to camera, people watch, and are like , what a narcissistic weirdo, but that ok too, this is the world we live in. And by the way, im 60 years old. Old dogs can learn new tricks, haha.. great video, lots of great tips, but i think everyone can improve their on camera personality and delivery to make it more entertaining. Forget about analytics, just make better videos, be more engaging and entertaining. Some people are naturals, im not at all, it has taken 4 years of weekly videos to improve a little be with each one. Love this topic. Larry

[@Wholisticandy]

Kudos to you for continuing to learn at 60. I’m 32 and starting to learn how to vlog. This is phenomenal advice and inspiring. I don’t know you but thank you . Cheers!

[@l.e.phillips]

I love the idea of seeing some 60 year old dude setting up his tripod at the Walmart checkout to vlog. 🤣

[@mastandstars]

Very cool. 😎

[@titanbuck7]

Ty for giving us a more realistic expectation❤❤❤

[@leapnlarry]

@@l.e.phillips i have had some great conversations with people that started with, what’s with the camera.. i was at Lowe’s yesterday day and had an vlog setup with a small light, that really gets people’s attention, so far i rarely have a bad experience except for once at a national park visitor center from a ranger, finally she had to admit i was allowed to film inside the ranger station. It’s so common these days, when people ask why I am vloggging i tell them my channel, they usually look it up right there and subscribe its funny. Larry

[@CarrionSmile]

Something that has helped me quite a lot is sharing my webcam with homies on Discord while we chat in VC. Also sending video messages in the DMs instead of just typing it all out has helped immensely.

[@CookinWithSquirrl]

Great advice! What helped me the most in becoming comfortable talking to my weird one-eyed friend was live streaming. If you hang out in front a camera talking to actual people behind the camera as in a live stream then when you switch to a standard shoot it's easier to imagine a human behind the lens.

[@BigManAlaska]

I've suggested to new creators to get in the habit of recording the formalities and simple editing them out in post. It's helpful to get it off their chest and continue. Some people are just setting up the stage for talking points but most don't understand editing is where the magic happens. ❤👍

[@Papaaudit]

This is my issue right now, the algorithm is magical

[@tpens]

Same 😂

[@TheBrimFactor]

From now on, I'm referring to my camera as my "ONE EYED FRIEND"😅😅😅 Man, thanks for this video

[@Sigfofosauer]

hahaha, that's a good one!

[@hyoh-wu]

Funny thing is I got cast for a movie recently for a major role as a gritty detective in a horror/ comedy film....during the table read the director asked me to bring it down a notch...why? Because I'm so used to doing KZbin and being that energetic persona. I think his direct quote was..."you sound more like the victims best friend than a gritty detective." LOL. Thanks for the pointers Sean. Rock on!

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

Good luck with that role! Let's hope it is fun past your wildest expectations!

[@hyoh-wu]

14 pages of Dialogue memorized...didn't think i could do it. Yeah I'm hoping what I learn will get me better at my youtube hobby. And thank you for your kind words.

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

@@hyoh-wu geez...14 pages....no way I could manage that! Great job!

[@JP.Travelz]

Ok

[@SquiggleScrawl]

I want to come back and say THANK YOU! I followed your advice and finally got over my fear of talking into the camera; I need to keep practicing so I'm not stiff, but I can't believe how much it helped! I published my first YTube video two days ago after procrastinating for 2 years. Yay!

[@BonytoBeastly]

Great video. "When you're speaking with friends, you don't need to stop, pause, stutter, and think." Aw man, yes I do.

[@valdar27]

especially in a language that is not your primary one - I'm close to fluent in English but not when I'm trying to relay nuanced, professional information

[@mattdayphoto]

I’ve been at it for 10 years and I still feel like this video was super helpful for me. 🤝

[@DenwoodOfficial]

THANK YOU! I absolutely hate when people start their videos with “hey guys!” 😩😩 It should always be as though you’re taking to a friend… not a group! Cheers!

[@natepotter6911]

Great advice! "Weird one-eyed friend." 🤣🤣🤣

[@AntonStetner]

😂😂😅 I too have problems with the weird one eyed friend

[@FacelessAITech]

Yeah, I thought that was a pretty great reference he made. 😅

[@RGMGFitness]

Hi Sean...feel like you made this video just for me. Things I strive for...6 years of creating videos and I still struggle with all of these things. Know what I need to do....but still very hard to put into practice. Hear what your saying...even at 56 I'm a work in progress. Keep up the great work!

[@chrishaws3733]

Love all of your videos but it this one helped the most. Haven’t done this but I’ve thought of printing out a face of Bill Murray and putting the print near the lens of the camera to help me relax and remember to act like I’m talking to a human.

[@JakeOski]

+10 for Rick and Morty "You gotta get schwifty" reference 😁

[@TristanDurand]

Great video all around, free masterclass on presenting for video

[@stevedoesnt]

Thank god someone telling KZbinrs that they don’t all have to be the same. I scrolled im right past the one telling everyone how to make a thumbnail… exactly like everyone’s. Same with titles. I’ve never seen a time with so many very very creative people racing to be the same.

[@christurbiville]

I've built a successful career talking by myself to a microphone using these exact technics. Such a good video boiling down the main points to a 10 minute video.

[@DenwoodOfficial]

THANK YOU! I absolutely hate when people start their videos with “hey guys!” 😩😩 It should always be as though you’re taking to a friend… not a group! Cheers mate!

[@seankitching]

So true right!

[@theftworthrealtor]

Thanks for all the tips...I realized I was talking to "everyone" as well and reading from a script instead of bullet points...tried some of your recommendations and first day of filming a few short vids was much less frustrating....maybe over time I can become as comfortable behind the camera as you seem to be...

[@20Blanca20]

Increíble!! Por fin alguien que explica profundamente estos temas tan técnicos que nadie te enseña 😭

[@ParsonsDesigns]

So much real value here 👍 great stuff. This reminds me of how uncomfortable I was when learning and playing guitar. Now I play on stage in front of people weekly and I don’t even think about it anymore. 👊 thanks for being real.

[@suzywilson]

Sean, You just took care of my "Trauma Mongering" 🤣🤣🤣🤣! Thank you so much! I have saved your video and will watch it at least a few times per week to calm me down. By the way, that is exactly what happened after I was done watching. I calmed down and a flood of new ideas to make my environment comfortable came to me. I thank you good Sir! 💛🌻

[@dougpopejoy9605]

Nice job. Really great take on how weird it is talking to a camera as if it's a real person. - authenticity makes all the difference, i felt how relaxed and earnest your delivery was. thanks.

[@seankitching]

I appreciate that! Glad the video was helpful

[@ShredPile]

Such a helpful video. No fluff, just the facts presented in the exact fashion it's describing.

[@seankitching]

Ah appreciate that thank you!

[@wards_world]

great vid! been doing daily uploads for 123 now. this was a great "back to the basics" classroom session for me. the over scripting thing is so true - light bullets are the move 👍

[@viloriajesus]

Excelente vídeo, llevo varios días intentando buscar una forma agradable y cómoda de hablar en frente de una cámara, esto lo simplica bastante, gracias por los consejos!!

[@MakkeVentures]

I love it how the first 2 minutes of this video already gave me completely new way to think and whole video is very inspiring from just starting out content creators perspective.

[@seankitching]

Glad you enjoyed it! Really happy to hear it helped you out!

[@MakkeVentures]

@@seankitching I have thought it before that my streams and videos had been a bit too stiff to make them feel comfortable for the viewer but hearing a tip to relax a bit from someone else as well helps a ton.

[@afewmominutes]

Great tips. I've been memorizing what I want to say and doing way too many takes so I've been considering trying a teleprompter, but I think it will come across way to formal and scripted. I like your bullet points tip and just honestly talking about the points, comes across better and more natural.

[@MakingMyAbodeOTR]

I have made many of these changes in my most recent videos and have noticed a positive difference! Great tips!

[@Iamdcameron]

I’ve watched this video twice to get my juices flowing. Appreciate the concepts and the pointers. I’ll keep working at it. But this helped me with my last two videos. But I’m still perfecting my flow.

[@TheSmartWoodshop]

Great advice. I have posted a lot of videos over the past 12 years, and you are much better in front of a camera than me. 😎🤙

[@ParkerPhotographic]

Best video advice EVER!

[@agapyearish9982]

Original and fabulous advice. Thanks Sean.

[@HonJazzz]

I’m working on this, I’ll give this tips a shot next time. Thank you

[@seankitching]

Any tricks you have learnt that help you when talking to camera?

[@阿皮-q2s]

特别喜欢 "只是面对一个人"这一点！

[@travelreqd]

This is definitely noted! I've been trying to get more comfortable walking to the camera, but everytime I try to talk like "typical vloggers" I feel more unnatural about it

[@rio_kimura]

Thanks Sean! Very helpful advices! I am still learning to be comfortable but I tried to film myself 5 mins daily to get used to it at the beginning.

[@OlderWomenRock]

I love Your attitude , about time . I’m totally on board. I tried to mimic other Women and felt like an idiot I’ll do Me from now on

[@sebastienortic]

Smart, simple and valuable !

[@Lusomad_]

Loved all your advice, especially the part "go hang out with your weird one eye friend." lol 😆 My first video sitting with camera was so uncomfortable/cringey... probably didn't help that I didn't do it in my native language, either. lol My next goal on youtube is to literally sit in front of the camera and just talk to it with minor editing, if any. ahhh.

[@sleepmagnolia]

I wish I had a beautiful room to sit in like yours…my goodness.

[@animaldonut]

Yes it’s beautiful - the plants, windows and light really make it special 🌱 ☀️ 💡

[@JosipS]

From a brand new creator, THANK YOU! I am guildy of a lot of these and have only made a few videos so far. Definitely gonna take all of these tips on! ❤

[@seankitching]

Glad it was helpful!

[@EricVasquezDesign]

Great tips Sean! I love the part when you said ‘just chill and act like you’re hanging out with your weird, one-eyed friend’ 😂 but these are some great suggestions for getting comfortable and being natural in front of the camera. 📷

[@Jesse_Lane]

This was an AMAZING video

[@BlackBeltBarrister]

I need to remind myself of this daily!

[@theoriginalwoodchuck]

Thank you. I've definitely found you just have to do it and practice "talking to the camera". Use of hands helps for sure. Great tips!

[@newdawnrecordings]

You have made some great points here. Sometimes it is easy to miss the simple things. Thanks ☀️

[@Jeffswildlifeadventures]

Sean - this may be a little off topic but would be interested in your processes prior to writing your bullet point script and in defining what and how you are going to shoot a scene. Do you have a list you continue to add to regarding topics for future videos. How long is your list? How do you prioritize which one you make next? Do you work on more than one video at a time or only one at a time from start to finish? Once you have an idea what is your process to come up with the script/story? How many takes to get what you want? Have you ever worked on a video and then deleted because you didn't think it was "working"? How did you decide "it isn't working"? How well are you able to tell prior to posting whether a video will be popular? Are there times you compromise what/how you would like to shoot a scene because of some constraint: time, tired, bored, etc. How long do you let an idea for a video roll around in your help before you start working on it? I am not looking for you to answer this comment just wanted you to understand what is rolling around in one of your fans head and what might turn into a video in the future. Take care and keep the videos coming, they all help!

[@themoderndaycottage]

Absolutely what I need to hear!!! Thank you for this video and your time!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@majamyralindmark]

Golden tips all of them as always ! Thanks Sean 🤗

[@CocoGlows]

I wish I had this video when I was first starting out 😅 all excellent tips that I will be applying as I restart my channel. Thank you 🙏🏾

[@animaldonut]

I agree 💯 Coco. These seem so obvious but I never realized them till now. Just talk, hang out, smile a little more, don’t be so formal, etc. good luck with your channel restart! 😊🌟🔥

[@FromAverageToWarrior]

Great video, thanks again 🙏🏽 I’ve been switching into a bullet points from a script and it feels much more relaxing way and saves a lot of time as well!

[@campingintheforest_]

Thanks fella! Good video, I still only talk and show animals and such, I don't look at the camera it looks at other things like wildlife, and people get bored and click away from my videos, the thing is I have fun doing it that way. It would be nice if people watchhed them all, but roughly one of five watch the whole video. Oh well...thanks for the tips though! I appreciate it! Good day to you!

[@lys_is_me]

For me, speaking to the camera is pretty easy. I have a sticker near the lenses so I can keep my eye on target, and imaging I am showing with (with being the important word) a person in the other end. And it helps if you have a specific person in mind

[@WorksIRL]

Thank you for these helpful tips and insights 👍

[@Just_Samson]

⭐️ Well done. Appreciate you

[@KayJohnsonArt]

Thank you for this video. I didn't want to appear on camera for my new KZbin channel, but you've made think again...

[@labcat73]

Some really good advice... Thanks!

[@SeniorHiker77]

Thanks Sean found them very helpful.

[@glatznatureproductions]

Incredibly helpful and clear points - every one of them.

[@seankitching]

Awesome to hear!

[@arkieoutdoors]

This some of the best advice for a small channel. Thanks for doing this video.

[@GC3FIT]

Amazing tips brotha! Much success to everyone applying these tips

[@UldisBiz]

Those are truly great tips. Thank you.

[@FacelessAITech]

Great tips and info! Thanks. One point you made a couple times, that I think really conveyed that uptight feeling that people need to unlearn is: this is not a job interview. Have a great weekend.

[@AlexRawlings]

Thank you Sean. This is spot on and sooooo helpful

[@UntetheredConsciousness]

I’m very glad I found this video Sean. Thank you!

[@NateEiland]

So good. Thanks for being so real. Love the videos.

[@peterfritzphoto]

This is excellent, Sean - thank you. I totally agree with addressing ONE person. None of this, “ Hey guys!” bullshit.

[@boundariesunlimited267]

Great advice, I plan to implement these tips for future videos!

[@GardenMoxie]

Another video filled with great advice. I love your channel. Thanks for sharing the stuff you're learning with us.

[@RydenDirty]

Just discovered you. Great video. Thank you for sharing these tips and it’s so true to be real. Over the last 4 years of my channel I have changed so much. It has caused my channel to slow down….but I am happier with my authenticity. 🤙

[@ruanatfuturevisionroom]

Great advice! I agree with everything you said.

[@recideas]

Thx a lot for your tips! The cool & easy talking to the camera like to a friend is a really important point. For me now it’s a bit difficult, but like you said with practice it will work better in future I think too. Like you talk in this video is one of my goals, because it’s so cool to listen 👍🏻

[@Y.AndreaRusso]

this is beautiful thank you!

[@spencermarkcoaching]

Outstanding points. This is exactly what I needed. Tremendous value and authenticity. Thank you for choosing to share this. Following!

[@XavierduToitCFP]

Very good advice thanks man. Its really hard for me to speak English to the camera because I am predominantly Afrikaans and obviously have that lekker proper boere Afrikaans English accent. I wish I found this video earlier. Will definitely have to practice more.

[@ericpfohl]

Super helpful advice, Sean! You inspired me to change up my content style. Stoked to see how it resonates with people.

[@dadballers]

Excellent demonstration thank you ☺️ inspired me to do these videos again

[@iainthebruce]

Great tips as always. Doesn't get more authentic than that. Thanks Sean.

[@janelu1339]

This is really helpful advice!! Much needed for this moment!! Thank you so much!!!

[@AntonStetner]

Very practical, simple advice. Love it

[@jessgarnerlewis]

Thank you so much this is great advice

[@workwithjoshua]

Super real! Thank you

[@cristianchavez90]

So many resonating ideas. Thank you

[@TrailTime.]

This was fantastic man! I really needed it. Thanks

[@shesadhdifferent]

Thanks for sharing your tips dude! It was really cool seeing you put these practices into action to understand how they translate into a more casual, intimate feel 💛

[@Lifeinthewyldewest]

What a great video! Thank you!

[@tecoreo]

Thank you - this was awesome!

[@cathychemu]

I have laughed so much, am learning alot on yutube, whatever he is saying is what I have been doing, time to change and adjust 😅😅

[@sircookson]

This was great thanks Sean!

[@roybaumanart]

Good points my friend

[@hnnhml]

this is incredible. thank you so much!

[@animaldonut]

I agree with you Hannah, each tip is so actionable and useful! 🏆😊🌟

[@Alcin224]

thanks a lot this will so much help me

[@stormfallen323]

Thanks a mill Sean. 🙏😁

[@ELTExperiences]

Thank you ever so much for sharing this video and for your tips. I hope you could share some tips for vlogging in public as it can be rather tough when trying to do this.

[@AFrenchguyinEngland]

Thank you very much for the previous advices!! ☺️

[@TechieReviews007]

Wow Great Advice!!