YouTube EDITING Tips for BEGINNERS | How to Make Boring Videos Better in 2023

[@devidaughter7782]

love the empathy: "if you feel overwhelmed, you're not alone" - very comforting to hear!

[@GalenDeGraf]

The most valuable practice that has made my content and engagement improve is to HAVE A TRUSTED PARTNER WATCH AND CRITIQUE YOUR VIDEOS BEFORE YOU RELEASE THEM. As a creator so deep in editing, you can lose sight of important things that are immediately apparent to someone with an outside opinion. Thanks for the great content.

[@amberlywilcox4978]

I like that you broke down a plan to editing to help those who are overwhelmed by the process take small actions daily.

[@RohitHela]

You didn't mention script. I think a well written script can be a game changer. But your video felt great. You have nailed all the points to perfection. ❤

[@AprilynneAlter]

Agree with you 100%! This particular video was focused on editing concepts/principles, but I definitely want to create a video about scriptwriting concepts in the future. Especially for educational videos, scriptwriting is *everything*

[@RohitHela]

​@@AprilynneAlter Oh. I just saw your video on camera confidence and you did provide the importance of scripting vs bullet points. Thanks. You've gained a subscriber 😊

[@RohitHela]

​@@AprilynneAlter As an artist I do plan on launching my own youtube channel. Maybe I'll try to start all over again. I see you have got potential in your videos. Wishing you all the luck for your future videos. I should also mention, I found your channel through twitter.

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thank you so much Rohit! Best of luck in your own channel too! When are you thinking of launching?

[@miloszivanov]

@@AprilynneAlter when is it coming out?

[@miloszivanov]

I run a youtube channel and manage a team of editors. Just told them this video is #1 priority everyday before they start editing.

[@mariannem2178]

As someone said in the comments, HIGH LEVEL CONTENT and so much value!!! Thank you for giving us actionable steps towards the end

[@adrianvanleeuwen]

This video is one of your best videos I have watched to date for beginners tips especially how to practice improving your videos at the 10:34 min mark. I will be practising that. I expect this video should gain momentum over time when more people binge-watch like I am. Wondering if the title/thumbnail could be A/B tested with new changes, as this video should reach 20-30K views before too long. It is that good! (the only small tip I can provide is to switch from the Sony ZV1 to ZV-E10 for a bit higher video quality at APS-C instead of 1 inch sensor, perhaps you have already in a later video, the cost is so close between these 2 cameras and worth it).

[@cameronnichol5938]

Great intro video! I really liked it. I worked as a learning designer in a University (basically teaching academics to teach) and we used this type of video as the promo/funnel to hook in academics. Our focus was on tutorial videos so the editing was different. The focus is on the activity - process shots, screen captures etc. I put the talking head in the welcome and sign off and to emphasise key points. B-roll tended to more intentional than incidental. I was usually dealing with an older audience who seemed less tolerant of jump and zoom cuts. The motivation of the audience was also different. To an extent they already had some skin in the game, so the editing was more "fit for purpose" rather than too slick and commercial. We still used the 10 minute rule for clips but the total lesson content might be 40 minutes. More in the LinkedIn Learning style., but with an on campus tutor.

[@theawesomewithautismshow]

I work full time, am in school, homeschool our youngest, and KZbin. Ive been on the tube for a couple years and obvi can't always post on a schedule. Plus, I'm a variety show. Can't say how much I appreciate the editing calendar advise! Thank you!

[@AprilynneAlter]

KZbin is hard even when it's done full-time! You're truly super-human

[@leeandrews2]

I am so glad that I've found your channel. Of all tutorial videos for KZbin video editing, yours is by far the most informative and professional I've seen. Not only that, ALl of the information is relevant and delivered without the use of jargons that newbies like me, might not be familiar with. Thank you so much for taking the time to put such precious material out, for all of us, new KZbinrs 👍

[@Resellwithchels]

Just found your channel, and I am loving it! Thank you for all of the valuable information!

[@CandyChantelle]

I’m so glad I came across your channel 🙏 I’m starting from scratch and hoping to incrementally improve with each video I post. Your videos are making me a lot more intentional!

[@Corrans]

You are the first KZbinr (and i ve watched ALOT) to show me about how to use icons and where you get them from. Thank you. So simple yet I never knew where to get them. Appreciate it.❤

[@AprilynneAlter]

Ofc! It was mind-blowing to me when I found out. Like... It's really that easy? No way!

[@padmeasmr]

I like strange lucidy channel, where she talks slowly but it's effective, relaxing and interesting (aesthetic too). I wish there were more educational videos like that cuz I can't retain well especially as a foreigner when people talk so fast or keep cutting and changing. I think there's public for those vids.

[@VamsiM]

Everything an educational content creator needs, it's right here. Thank you

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed the vid :)

[@robertf57]

This is excellent and just what I've been looking for. I want to learn to create high quality KZbin videos but I didn't know what all of these video elements were even called so that I could search for lessons on how to achieve them. Now I know what they're called (e.g. "B roll") and have a starting point. I also agree with @RohitHela. A lesson on how you write your script structure document and shot list would be helpful. You showed screenshots of these in your "killer KZbin intro" video so I at least have a starting point. Thanks again!

[@shearfunsewing]

This is great! I've been using most of these but actually picked up new tips! This is a good video to come back to as a checklist!

[@KathBorup]

Your videos are so helpful! Thanks so much! I love editing! For me the most challenging part is scripting and talking to the camera. I love that you cover practical tips in your videos.

[@almabradford]

This was so helpful. More helpful than any other KZbin advice video I've seen. Thanks.

[@AprilynneAlter]

Wow I'm so happy to hear that!

[@soapscience]

Just a suggestion. To practice editing and build camera confidence,I make TikTok videos and also create content for my friends/family.tiktok is much forgiving then youtube bcoz ur not actually looking to make money from ur content.hope this helps someone. I find editing becomes much more natural with time

[@pettervaxjo]

God bless you Aprilynne

[@LabGuide101]

very good! Thank you for sharing your knowledge - you're a great teacher!

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thank you so, so much! I'm glad you think so :)

[@Raveen_Roams]

This is a great video, so useful! thank you

[@JanaeCollette]

This was so helpful! Thank you soooo much!❤️

[@jc.delossantos]

I'm calling it. This girl is going to go viral soon.

[@amrilovesart]

She did already!

[@masbuleinlondon]

Thank you for making these videos, will try to implement these tips in my next videos. Doing KZbin for a year now but never thought much about these things.

[@TanniTalks]

Now I am diggipng info your old videos :) Thank you again

[@rogsolaris7411]

With the zoom cuts (around 4:30), are you just magnifying or zooming in on the clip in your editing software? Does that affect resolution or quality at all? I have noticed this effect many times but just now hearing you talk about it. Haven't researched yet. Thanks these are all great tips!

[@solkun8316]

Thank you! What programs should we use to edit our videos?

[@maryannao]

Thank you SO MUCH! your videos are very detail and has gave me many ideas for my next videos.

[@georgeknapp8287]

Another well done Video. Thank you.

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thank you George!!

[@ItsMeTheUser]

I loved your videos, I just discovered your channel. Please be strong, your awesome.

[@lymanjoy]

What do you use to edit?

[@marcelmp_]

Thank you for this video. It was very helpful ❤❤. Shooting a video just to practice editing is such a good idea. I loved it!

[@AprilynneAlter]

I'm so, so glad this video was helpful!! You got this!

[@WiijonKnight369]

wonderful video april, you are an amazing youtuber... ive been posting on youtube for 6 years with over 400 videos and lately ive been researching how to get more views and subs and this video is a massive help... i understood everything you said and i will be implementing. i also subscribed

[@jaquelinerude4440]

This video was sooooo helpful thank you

[@justynas1167]

If I wasn’t already subscribed, this video would’ve made me! This is awesome, definitely saving this for later ☺️

[@frugalcreativeliving]

You're an amazing teacher/presenter! I want to be like you when I grow up!😂

[@bluntpathway]

AN AMAZING VIDEO AGAIN 😃😃😃😃. This is pressure🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈 !! Some of us just want to create for fun and create a corner on KZbin for at least a few people to listen for fun ( we need income too). I understand the entertainment aspect of KZbin though.

[@hanskii88]

Thank you so so much this is super helpful :)

[@velvetrealitytv]

thank you so much for this content ..need this much

[@10xAltcoins]

Great video, Love you new contents. Your contents are always of great value.

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it 💙

[@miloszivanov]

we want part 2 of this gold :)

[@psychologistash7]

Very very Informative. Thank you so much, dear!

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thank you for watching!!

[@hendrixhein]

What camera and microphone do you use to record this video? It is amazing quality

[@Bruces-Garage]

Great tips! Thank you

[@HomegirlAstrology]

Hopefully, you'll see this question. I know this video is older, and this could be a silly question but I'm going to ask anyway. Let's say you've recorded b-roll footage of yourself but you have a noticeable change in your appearance (you get a drastic haircut or dye it a different color). Would you still use the b-roll? Or would that be too distracting?

[@AprilynneAlter]

I’d probably re-film after a dramatic change in appearance!

[@VSLComputers]

Great video! Where do you get your B roll?

[@AgnesChiteta]

youre good am stuck in your channel

[@vishalsannyashi3187]

Everything was so well described. But, for someone who is not going to be initially showing their face in the video, how can the video editing be done? You can make a video on it as well as it will be very helpful for some people like me. Thank you

[@Alikhan-iz1bc]

Hii Aprilynne!! Thank you SOOO much for all your valuable content! You have gained a subscriber and earned my trust! Do you have any recommendations about the editing software for beginners(that is easy to use, less complicated, to make all these stuff you mentioned and free)? I would appreciate your advice:)

[@aliameen1131]

true value! nice

[@spiritsojourning]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!

[@chadtabgroup]

Doing the Lord's work here. I see you. 😉

[@agozoluchi]

So good!

[@44Bdogg]

Great video April

[@awekefantaw]

wow great

[@paulamanninglewis]

What editing software do you use?

[@imabhi0012]

hey Alter now its time to learn about youtube content creator from one of GEMS

[@paulaliub]

Which editing software are you using? Which would you recommend?

[@LedisiBenson]

Fantastic video

[@kevinzahri6987]

nice videos .... may I aks what mic to do you use? and I see you mentioned that you outsource video editing ... could you share any recommendation or website to source for video editors?

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thanks so much! I use the Rode Video Micro (link is in the video description), and when I used to outsource editing, I used Easy As Editing! Joey's team there is great

[@DrDebEmpowers]

Hi Aprilynne - your videos provide great insight! I just restarted my channel and have 14.6 watch hours in 3 videos. I realize that I need to REDO them all because the color is terrible, there are no images, no zooming, and whatever text is in there is not every 10 or 15 seconds, that's for sure. Should I just delete the ones I have and start over? THANK YOU!

[@lolar_tm]

Thank you for sharing these information. What app do you edit with?

[@psychologistash7]

There are so many video editors around. Can you please suggest the best video editor available online.

[@AprilynneAlter]

This thread might help you out! twitter.com/AprilynneAlter/status/1658179164938338304?s=20

[@ukrdrum]

Hey! How you make active link to Instagram & etc on discription?

[@antno_2064]

Thx for sharing

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thanks for watching!

[@antno_2064]

@@AprilynneAlter np

[@Bubble1989]

How do you make a video with stock clips from pixbay can you get monitize

[@VanessaFK]

The way I study this video should be illegal😂

[@Evolvempower]

Hey bro i wanna set up a good studio/bedroom like yours. Any help

[@Corrans]

You are very good and you will do well and your channel will be successful, I am sure. May I ask what program you use to edit?

[@AprilynneAlter]

I really, really appreciate it! I currently use HitFilm Express, but I want to move to DaVinci Resolve soon!

[@Corrans]

@@AprilynneAlter ok awesome I'm using DaVinci Resolve. The free version.😊

[@GiovannisHowto]

Thanks A lot❤

[@AprilynneAlter]

Hope this video was helpful for you!

[@ailearners]

where do you get your stock b-roll footage

[@AprilynneAlter]

Pexels or Storyblocks!

[@XiaoCebo]

Amazing video! What software do you use to Edit your videos?

[@AprilynneAlter]

Thanks so much! While this particular video was edited by an editor, I've edited my own videos starting two months ago. I currently use HitFilm Express, but I'm planning on moving to Davinci Resolve soon!

[@XiaoCebo]

@@AprilynneAlter do you use Mac or Windows?

[@michepriest]

What program do you use to edit your videos?

[@AprilynneAlter]

This particular video was edited by an editor, not by me, but my new ones are edited by me! I currently use a software called HitFilm Express, but I want to switch over to DaVinci Resolve soon!

[@michepriest]

@@AprilynneAlter thanks! I’ll check it out

[@AndresArosemena]

​@@AprilynneAlterhow come you stopped hiring an editor?

[@AprilynneAlter]

@@AndresArosemena 2 main reasons! 1) he was expensive, and 2) for a while, I was uploading more frequently and didn't have the time for the back-and-forth with an editor. Now, I won't go back to an editor for a lonnnggg time - not because of the price or the upload schedule, but because my content has improved SO much since I started editing myself. It's not that my editing is better than his (it's not), but it's because now that I have complete control over the entire creative process, I'm able to ideate and visualize and adapt so much more

[@AndresArosemena]

@@AprilynneAlter thanks for the explanation

[@PinupSticknerd]

What is the difference between content and delivery? Mumble rap is the most profound. : ✊

[@ConciergeCPA]

How do you add all those great captions?

[@AprilynneAlter]

Oof this video itself was actually edited by an editor (I outsourced my editing for the older videos on the channel, but I did my own editing for a previous channel and for the newer videos on this channel.) With my old editor, they usually did manual text with an effect applied to them! For my current videos, I'm a fan of more simple captions. For Shorts, I like using Descript for captions! Idk if that was useful sorry

[@jannarkiewicz633]

Ha, ha... #1 is Achilles heal. I am color blind.

[@DugSundance]

Binging

[@AprilynneAlter]

Haha, thank you! I hope you enjoy the videos!

[@sojibrajii]

U need attractive KZbin thumbnail designer?

[@AprilynneAlter]

Unfortunately not, I can barely afford my editor 😅