how to become a successful youtube guru?
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health and beauty 5pm
Cheryl
hi! im cheryl from singapore, i've a youtube channel and i only have ONE video about whales on it which is completely stupid. but i wanna become a youtube beauty guru but i'm afraid people will laugh at me, i know people always say u shouldn't be afraid about what people say, but when i was in secondary 3 in high school, which i was about 15 and now im 17. i posted a really stupid video about "how to study" and everyone saw it and they totally made fun of me and mocked at me, so from there on i was afraid to do videos. but now im not in that school anymore and i've created a new youtube channel to subscribe to beauty gurus and watch videos,my passion is makeup and i don't own a TON of makeup like juicystar07 , beautybaby44 and all, but i own a decent amount of makeup more than enough for myself to use. and i really wanna be successful on youtube because i've a passion for beauty, skincare, and health and wellness and all that. first, can anyone provide me with the link to the youtube partnership? and i film with an iphone 4S, yes an iphone, because my dslr is a nikon d3000 and theres no video function, but im hoping to earn some money from youtube in the future and get myself a dslr with video function. idk, i need help and i only have 4 subscribers :(
http://youtube.com/flylikeacg is my channel! please check it out!
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Hi there! I think it's really awesome that you want to start making videos. In a genre that is so populated with people, you need to stand out. I have a couple pointers that I hope help you in your process and aid in your success.
1. Personally, I think your name isn't super memorable. That's the first step. Please don't take that remark harshly, I really mean it with the best of intentions. But a clean, memorable name that will accurately describe your channel while also getting stuck in people's heads is needed.
2. Quality content is key. Surprisingly, an iPhone 4s is a decent starter cam now, with a few pointers.
-Buy Filmic Pro off of the App marketplace. It gives you more control of your camera settings such as lighting adjustments and such.
-Get an add on mic. There are many ranging from $10-$100 online. You do not need anything elaborate, so the $20-$30 range is a good place to start. Good audio is the key.
Record in a well lit area with bulbs that are good for illuminating skin. These are mostly called "daylight" bulbs, and they can be found online and at any department store usually.
Have a backdrop. Either a solid white or solid black background is optimal. It is simple, clean, sleek, and professional looking. You do not want distractions like background movement or an untidy room taking away from the star (You).
Edit your videos. Fast forward through the slow parts, or cut them out. People want to know the makeup you use, how you do it, and in what order. They do not want 10 seconds of advice and a minute of you applying it. Fast forward or cut the fluff out. It makes you to the point. Also, add some background music. You can find a lot of background music at places like incompetech.com. You have to dig really deep for something good, but you can find it. Also search YouTube for it, I guarantee you will find people willing to share their stuff.
Edit the videos on your computer, not on phone. You can use programs like Windows Movie/Media Maker or iMovie to start. But as you go on, you'll want to do more editing to look more professional. I recommend Sony Vegas Platinum 11. But in any way, edit on the computer. This allows you to take advantage of the 1080p quality the 4s offers, and more editing options. Make sure your videos are in at least 720p when you upload them.
TIP: It looks a lot better on makeup videos when the person does the makeup without talking, then narrates over top the video. It looks more professional, and is less distracting. Plus you do not have to stop applying your makeup every 5 seconds to say something. If you can figure this out, you'd be set. The best way I can think of is to record all the clips on your phone, without talking. Then edit you putting your makeup on in your editor. Then record the audio in your voice notes app, and adding them to the video later. You can and should talk at the beginning and end of your video, just not during the application. Use voice overs then.
3. Be on schedule. Set a time and say when you'll have new videos out. Once a week, twice a week if you can manage it. But if you say your video will be out saturday at 5pm, make sure it is. People will know to look at this time. Get in the habit of doing this early on.
-I recommend pre making videos in advance to release if you cannot make a video that week. It ensures consistency.
4. Be unique, diverse, innovate, and original. Look at what other people are doing, or more importantly, what they are not doing. If you feel you have something unique to offer, capitalize on that. Maybe mix in some clothing videos, shopping videos, anything that is different than doing just your usual stuff. People admire variety. Maybe when you're shopping and you think of a make up or skin care "quick tip", record it there in the store, or soon after. It can be short and sweet, and you can put them up randomly. This can apply to anything, just do whatever you can to stand out.
5. Use social media. Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, anything really. Post and share on there.
TIP: I recommend starting a Tumblr and using it heavily. Make it have the same name as your YouTube, and promote it on your videos. People will go to it if they have one. Update content on it. Including videos, pictures, other tutorials and things that is relevant to your genre. It gives you another source of content, a place to share your videos, and interact with your audience.
6. Be patient. Audiences take awhile to build, but hard work and dedication pays off!
Best of luck to you! I know I'm a guy, and don't know about make up, but I understand this stuff pretty well.
If you need anything, feel free to contact me on YouTube!
http://www.youtube.com/user/Digimotions
Hi there! I think it's really awesome that you want to start making videos. In a genre that is so populated with people, you need to stand out. I have a couple pointers that I hope help you in your process and aid in your success.
1. Personally, I think your name isn't super memorable. That's the first step. Please don't take that remark harshly, I really mean it with the best of intentions. But a clean, memorable name that will accurately describe your channel while also getting stuck in people's heads is needed.
2. Quality content is key. Surprisingly, an iPhone 4s is a decent starter cam now, with a few pointers.
-Buy Filmic Pro off of the App marketplace. It gives you more control of your camera settings such as lighting adjustments and such.
-Get an add on mic. There are many ranging from $10-$100 online. You do not need anything elaborate, so the $20-$30 range is a good place to start. Good audio is the key.
Record in a well lit area with bulbs that are good for illuminating skin. These are mostly called "daylight" bulbs, and they can be found online and at any department store usually.
Have a backdrop. Either a solid white or solid black background is optimal. It is simple, clean, sleek, and professional looking. You do not want distractions like background movement or an untidy room taking away from the star (You).
Edit your videos. Fast forward through the slow parts, or cut them out. People want to know the makeup you use, how you do it, and in what order. They do not want 10 seconds of advice and a minute of you applying it. Fast forward or cut the fluff out. It makes you to the point. Also, add some background music. You can find a lot of background music at places like incompetech.com. You have to dig really deep for something good, but you can find it. Also search YouTube for it, I guarantee you will find people willing to share their stuff.
Edit the videos on your computer, not on phone. You can use programs like Windows Movie/Media Maker or iMovie to start. But as you go on, you'll want to do more editing to look more professional. I recommend Sony Vegas Platinum 11. But in any way, edit on the computer. This allows you to take advantage of the 1080p quality the 4s offers, and more editing options. Make sure your videos are in at least 720p when you upload them.
TIP: It looks a lot better on makeup videos when the person does the makeup without talking, then narrates over top the video. It looks more professional, and is less distracting. Plus you do not have to stop applying your makeup every 5 seconds to say something. If you can figure this out, you'd be set. The best way I can think of is to record all the clips on your phone, without talking. Then edit you putting your makeup on in your editor. Then record the audio in your voice notes app, and adding them to the video later. You can and should talk at the beginning and end of your video, just not during the application. Use voice overs then.
3. Be on schedule. Set a time and say when you'll have new videos out. Once a week, twice a week if you can manage it. But if you say your video will be out saturday at 5pm, make sure it is. People will know to look at this time. Get in the habit of doing this early on.
-I recommend pre making videos in advance to release if you cannot make a video that week. It ensures consistency.
4. Be unique, diverse, innovate, and original. Look at what other people are doing, or more importantly, what they are not doing. If you feel you have something unique to offer, capitalize on that. Maybe mix in some clothing videos, shopping videos, anything that is different than doing just your usual stuff. People admire variety. Maybe when you're shopping and you think of a make up or skin care "quick tip", record it there in the store, or soon after. It can be short and sweet, and you can put them up randomly. This can apply to anything, just do whatever you can to stand out.
5. Use social media. Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, anything really. Post and share on there.
TIP: I recommend starting a Tumblr and using it heavily. Make it have the same name as your YouTube, and promote it on your videos. People will go to it if they have one. Update content on it. Including videos, pictures, other tutorials and things that is relevant to your genre. It gives you another source of content, a place to share your videos, and interact with your audience.
6. Be patient. Audiences take awhile to build, but hard work and dedication pays off!
Best of luck to you! I know I'm a guy, and don't know about make up, but I understand this stuff pretty well.
If you need anything, feel free to contact me on YouTube!
http://www.youtube.com/user/Digimotions
No sleep will it affect me later?
Adrianna
I work at a casino from 7pm til 3am full time sunday-thursday.. I recently started beauty school full time 8:30am til 5pm full time tuesday-saturday and im lOsing sleep tremediously.. I figure i can stick it out til march 2014 thats when i graduate.. But its soo hard :/ am i hurting my body and health by doing this.. I really need this job to support myself n if i dont go to school now i dont think i ever will.. Im 24 by the way
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This is very unhealthy, you should stick to one temporary, good paying job with reasonable hours. If you continue doing these jobs that you do now and don't take the time to rest up and rebuild your energy, it will hurt you later on. It can make you permanantly tired and you will not be as successful. If this were my situation, I would definately find a different job until you find a career that will last you and one that has reasonable hours. Perhaps, if you were to change to a waiter at a resturant ( such as ken's or applebees) you will make enough, trust me that is what my friend does, she loves it and makes a good profit. Just a suggestion, good luck! :)
This is very unhealthy, you should stick to one temporary, good paying job with reasonable hours. If you continue doing these jobs that you do now and don't take the time to rest up and rebuild your energy, it will hurt you later on. It can make you permanantly tired and you will not be as successful. If this were my situation, I would definately find a different job until you find a career that will last you and one that has reasonable hours. Perhaps, if you were to change to a waiter at a resturant ( such as ken's or applebees) you will make enough, trust me that is what my friend does, she loves it and makes a good profit. Just a suggestion, good luck! :)
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