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.

[@Lusomad_alli]

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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@MattCarves]

Thanks for the video, mate. Those are some really helpful tips. But it's like, the harder I try, the worse I get. I guess I just need to chill out a bit, huh? 😊

[@seankitching]

Really appreciate the support you legend! Yeah its a almost a weird balance of trying less but still putting effort into the things that make a difference. Practicing is going to be the biggest help in finding the sweet spot!

[@TheRoadandBeyond]

Thanks great words. I'm just getting started on my journey. And I am relatively comfortable speaking in front of groups of people but for some reason the camera is much harder. Your words were all very helpful thank you

[@EricCosner]

It's amazing how the algorithm shows us stuff that we need to see. Been getting my channel back online after a bit of a hiatus, and these are great points. I can see myself in a teleprompter (like a mirror) which helps me, but I think I've been using a bit too much energy at the intro. I definitely hadn't realized that, in itself, is a nervousness thing. Appreciate it! 🤙

[@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. ❤👍

[@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!

[@TristanDurand]

Great video all around, free masterclass on presenting for video

[@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!

[@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. 😅

[@mattdayphoto]

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

[@sourabhsingh7489]

Thanks for sharing valuable video 🙏🏼

[@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...

[@HonJazzz]

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

[@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 🌱 ☀️ 💡

[@agapyearish9982]

Original and fabulous advice. Thanks Sean.

[@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!

[@arkieoutdoors]

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

[@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. 😎🤙

[@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.

[@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...

[@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!

[@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 👍

[@GC3FIT]

Amazing tips brotha! Much success to everyone applying these tips

[@ShredPile]

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

[@seankitching]

Ah appreciate that thank you!

[@SlowDownAl]

I gave that a go - much better and more fun to do. Thanks

[@boundariesunlimited267]

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

[@UntetheredConsciousness]

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

[@janelu1339]

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

[@sebastienortic]

Smart, simple and valuable !

[@MakingMyAbodeOTR]

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

[@GEN-X_POV]

Fantastic advice! I'm definitely on the struggle bus when it comes to talking to the camera. Will be putting these tips into use for my next video.

[@seankitching]

haha struggle bus. Yeah its a hard one but practice is key. Glad it helped!

[@labcat73]

Some really good advice... Thanks!

[@dadballers]

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

[@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.

[@Wildcampphil]

Fantastic video, really helped with my first video. I’ve got a long way to go but this was so useful getting my first video out.

[@Daniel.Eriksson]

Very good video! Im new on youtube and I will practice alot of what you just teached. Thank you 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Alcin224]

thanks a lot this will so much help me

[@UldisBiz]

Those are truly great tips. Thank you.

[@JakeOski]

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

[@newdawnrecordings]

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

[@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.

[@happycutebox]

These were some really good tips, thank you!

[@seankitching]

Happy to hear it helped!

[@netbooee]

Thanks!

[@seankitching]

Such a pleasure! I really appreciate the support!

[@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.

[@WorksIRL]

Thank you for these helpful tips and insights 👍

[@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! 💛🌻

[@FBIbeats]

Just beginning my journey and love these tips. Do you brainstorm video ideas or do they just come to you?

[@ryanevanstraining]

This was EPIC, I learnt so much! Great vibe. Thank you

[@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

[@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!

[@spencermarkcoaching]

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

[@Y.AndreaRusso]

this is beautiful thank you!

[@Alpha_Explore]

Learnt something great today Thanks

[@seankitching]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@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.

[@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.

[@Lifeinthewyldewest]

What a great video! Thank you!

[@Jesse_Lane]

This was an AMAZING video

[@TrailTime.]

This was fantastic man! I really needed it. Thanks

[@ericpfohl]

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

[@Just_Samson]

⭐️ Well done. Appreciate you

[@majamyralindmark]

Golden tips all of them as always ! Thanks Sean 🤗

[@mattysfoodadventure]

Thanks for this video Sean! I needed this. I’m going to put this into practice on my next vlog ✌🏽👊🏽

[@GardenMoxie]

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

[@themoderndaycottage]

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

[@20Blanca20]

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

[@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!!

[@ParkerPhotographic]

Best video advice EVER!

[@OutHereMontana]

Great video! Thanks so much! :)

[@seankitching]

Glad it was helpful!

[@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! 😊🌟🔥

[@claireruf7556]

Great advice for me since I’m just about to start my first recording!

[@AlexRawlings]

Thank you Sean. This is spot on and sooooo helpful

[@iainthebruce]

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

[@ProjectLabz]

Thanks heaps brother. I just bought a second cam for KZbin. About to do my first video and this came in clutch. 👌🏻👌🏻

[@seankitching]

Ah perfect timing. What did you need a second camera for?

[@ProjectLabz]

@@seankitching I currently have the FX30 as my main cam for shoots. But just wanted something light weight and easy to carry for socials. Got the Sony A6700, pairs really well with the fx30. Again thank you heaps, love your style of content.

[@glatznatureproductions]

Incredibly helpful and clear points - every one of them.

[@seankitching]

Awesome to hear!

[@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 💛

[@kxngjvmes9338]

Thank you bro, I really think this advice is gonna help a lot of people myself included 💯

[@wyregrasser7540]

Lots of odd psychology going on with getting in front of camera. I have had to public speak and camera interview for most of my adult life, I just turned 60. For some reason I find it excruciating to make videos of myself. Wonderful advice...thanks for the tips! 👴

[@NateEiland]

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

[@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.

[@stormfallen323]

Thanks a mill Sean. 🙏😁

[@MaxOnMission]

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!

[@MaxOnMission]

@@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.

[@BeaverTailToys]

I think it's the third video I watch of yours. Well done! thanks! New subscriber!

[@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.

[@CreativelyJeff]

Dude! I love this Sean! Thanks for the boost!! Stay Fresh Bru!

[@seankitching]

My pleasure!! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@hnnhml]

this is incredible. thank you so much!

[@animaldonut]

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

[@andrewmaher8409]

Thank you Sean… May I ask you (or anyone else) a question please, what lighting or filter effect are you using? Your videos and others seem to have a nice soft effect…. I’ve been practicing vids in a similarly lit room, but they have a harsher more contrast-y look. Thank you for any info.

[@SeniorHiker77]

Thanks Sean found them very helpful.

[@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.

[@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. 🤙

[@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!

[@TinaHikesColorado]

Great advice. This is something I need to do for my videos.

[@NOGASAYAN]

Really refreshing. Thanks for that!