So, you have a great idea for a YouTube channel and want to become the next big name on YouTube? Here are some things you should definitely consider before getting started as a YouTuber.
Decide On Your Content
Whether you have an initial concept or not, think about exactly what you want the content of your channel to be about. Will you be reviewing products? Are you going to be opening toys for children to watch? Or perhaps you will be documenting different aspects of your life. Whatever it is, you really need to think about your target audience – who do you want to watch your videos? Brainstorm some ideas so that you have enough content to create videos for a few weeks in a row.
Think About a Content Schedule
Once you have your content ideas lined up, think about how often you want to post a video. Every day might be a bit too much to handle straight away, so why not think about maybe once a week? Schedule your video to be released at the same time and day every week so that your viewers know when you will drop your latest video.
Get the Right Equipment
If you are going to create videos, then the most obvious piece of equipment you need to start with is a vlogging camera. At the start you could even just create videos using your smart phone. Just remember to record everything in landscape so that it offers optimal viewing for YouTube. You will also benefit from a desktop for video editing so that you can easily edit your videos for uploading.Â
Upload your videos from your camera or phone and use video editing software on your desktop to create your videos for YouTube. There are some free video editing software options available that you can use to begin with, before maybe investing in some better software. If you want to do voiceovers for your videos, it would also be worth investing in a proper microphone.Â
Create Your Channel
Once you have your videos ready to go, it is time to create your YouTube channel. It is important to think of a channel name that reflects what your video content is going to be about. Make sure you customise your channel page, complete your channel page description, add a channel logo and use consistent branding throughout. Optimise your video titles and description too. Your channel page is reflecting who you are and what your channel is about.
Interact with Your Audience
Make sure to use CTAs (calls to action) in your videos and video descriptions. This means that you are adding cards and end screens to your videos in order to get viewers to click on another one. You can also include other links to your content in the video descriptions. If viewers comment on your videos, be sure to respond to them and interact with your viewers. Start a conversation with them and even ask them for content ideas — what do they want to see in the next video?
Make sure you share your videos online and on your social media so more people can get to see your channel. Keep working hard at it and enjoy watching your YouTube channel grow.
