YouTube descriptions serve two purposes: they help tell bots (aka “the algorithm”) what your video is about, and they help your viewers stay engaged with your brand (on YouTube and on other platforms). A good YouTube description length is 150 to 400 words. Descriptions that are too short aren’t helpful for users or bots. Descriptions …
YouTube, gaming, and video conferences are a great way to learn and network with other creators. They’re also a great way to meet and see your favorite creators in-person. Here is our list of some of the top conferences for YouTubers in 2018.
Getting started on YouTube is simple. Here is a quick beginner’s walkthrough of how to create a YouTube channel for the first time and set it up before you publish your first video.
A vlog, which is short for “video blog,” is a video uploaded to a video sharing site, such as YouTube, on a regular basis by an individual or small group. While the term “vlogger” is often used to describe the primary personality or creator behind a video, a vlog may be supported by a small …
When you first start learning about microphones, or begin looking for a microphone to purchase, you’ll quickly run into what is called a microphone polar pattern. What is a Microphone Polar Pattern? A microphone polar pattern, which is also called a microphone pickup pattern, describes a microphone’s sensitivity and rejection of sound in different directions around the microphone. These …
Using a tripod for your vlog is one of the best things you can do to improve its production value. However, picking out your first vlog tripod can be a daunting endeavor. We’ve listed our favorite tripods below, which should help you find one that fits the unique needs of your vlog. Our picks for …
There is no one kind of YouTuber, so there is no single “best” camera for YouTube. Content creators on YouTube range from daily, on-the-go vloggers to high production value indie filmmakers. A good camera for YouTube provides a balance of image quality, features, and availability, while also addressing the unique needs of different types of YouTube …
Vlogging cameras are critical to your success as a vlogger. A good vlogging camera provides a balance of image quality, features, and availability. The best camera to use is the camera you have, so it’s important to find a camera you’ll use often. Vlogging your life on-the-go, especially when you’re traveling, may require a more …
What should you vlog about next? Here are our top video ideas for your YouTube channel. (It’s a long list, so you can click on your favorite category below to jump the section that’s most relevant to you.) In this Post: Video Ideas for Everyone Food & Recipe Ideas Tech Ideas Political Ideas Beauty Ideas …
The optimal YouTube banner image size is 2560 x 1440 pixels. However, you should keep your important text and images within a safe space of 1546 x 423 pixels at the center of the image, because YouTube crops the banner image based on the device where it is displayed. Once you upload your banner, YouTube …