How to Film YouTube Videos (STOP performing and Be YOURSELF)

In this video, I’ll share essential filming tips for YouTubers on how to speak comfortably on camera with confidence. Learn authentic video creation methods that promote natural on-camera delivery and avoid stumbling while filming. Discover content creation tips for using simple filming equipment to reduce filming anxiety and create authentic YouTube videos. From managing filming energy to setting up an easy filming setup, I’ll show you how to edit out stumbles and embrace natural speaking tips to be yourself on camera without performing.

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00:00 Preview :)
00:14 The 7 Factors
00:26 1. INTENTION
01:12 How to vs. How I
02:15 Rick Rubin Interview
03:07 External Pressure vs. Internal Motivation
04:32 2. SCRIPT
05:14 Bullet Point vs. Full Script
06:16 Filming in Sections
07:38 3. EDITING
09:27 What to Do If You Forgot Something
10:41 4. PROXIMITY
11:06 Filming Set Up #1
12:48 Filming Set Up #2
14:08 5. EQUIPMENT
14:55 Camera #1
16:18 Camera #2
16:28 Lenses
18:02 Settings and Microphone
18:48 iPhone
19:14 Lighting
19:47 #6. COMFORT
19:58 Posture
21:12 Clothing
21:58 Test Clips
22:47 #7. ENERGY
23:00 Cycle Syncing
24:18 Filming Strain and Recovery
25:29 Bad Filming Days
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3. Learned more about what each phase meant so I can manage my energy 👇🏼

MENSTRUAL CYCLE 🫱🏻🫲🏼 BUSINESS STUFF:🩸MENSTRUATION (3-8 days):

More intuitive, a little tired, sensitive.

I take it easy during the time - I might not even work at all during this week.

This is a good time to journal, read, reflect, learn (or watch your fav show on Netflix lmao)

🔥 FOLLICULAR (14 days): THE BEST PHASE

You have lots of energy, you’re more upbeat, creative, clear headed.

This is a great time to BATCH film videos or BATCH write.

Basically do work that requires more physical or mental energy, like strategy or creative work!

🫂 OVULATION (7 days):You probably have a higher sex drive, feel more happy, social, and attractive :)

Good time to network, connect with others, do interviews, have meetings, go to events, and brainstorm ideas with other people!

😣 LUTEAL (14 days): THE WORST PHASE

Anxious, hangry, depressed, moody. @leonlarano knows to make me fruit platters, buy me snacks, and treat me like even more like a QUEEN during this time. 😁❤️

Focus on admin work, organizing, scheduling stuff, editing, repurposing content, etc. Repetitive, non-demanding type of work.

Also avoid saying yes to new projects during this time and take more breaks if you need! I am EXTRA forgiving of myself during this time 🥰

Hope this helps ladies!! ❤️✨ Being a woman is AMAZING. This is just a GUIDE for you to be more in tune with the natural cycles of your body.

I don’t always follow this to a T, but when I feel a burst or depletion of energy, I use this as a guide to figure out what to work on.

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