Do you have a block when it comes to video?
Have you noticed that EVERYTHING online is moving to video?
You see the problem, right?
365 Videos in 365 Days
A few years back, at the end of 2017, I had a major block with being on video too. As a professional photographer I was all about the photos, and despite being encouraged by clients, friends and my husband to get more into videos, I was resistant. I had dabbled here and there with video but never with any degree of commitment or purpose.
That changed at the end of 2017 when I decided to record and post a video every day for a year. So in 2018, that’s what I did.
But, what I thought would be a great marketing tool and the big break I was looking for, turned out to be something altogether different.
The deeper I got into that 365 day challenge, the more I realised that I had a lot to learn about video.
Yes, that included the technical stuff like learning how to optimise my Youtube videos for SEO and learning how to do efficient edits, but mostly, I had a lot to learn about being on video – telling a compelling story, being comfortable talking to myself with a lens in my face.
I remember one time, I was recording a video on a street in an affluent neighbourhood in the centre of Cape Town, and a random guy started shouting at me, insulting me and berating me for recording myself in public. Ouch.
That knocked my camera confidence and my fear of being judged, sky-rocketed.
Thankfully, I stayed committed – I simply focussed on my one important task for the day, I allowed myself to ‘hide at home’ and record until I was brave enough to record outside again, and I developed a mantra that helped me carry on, even on the days when my self-doubt threatened to derail me.
And besides one occasion, nearly half way through where I nearly gave up, I reached my goal and completed my 365 videos in 365 days.
I learned so much as a result and I’ve gone on to learn even more, and video has now become one of my favourite forms of creative expression and means of connecting online.
Join the Journey.
Get started with Video in 3 Days
So if you’d like to explore, expand and express yourself through video, this is your personal invitation to join me for a 3 part Getting Started with Video Workshop
In 3 live 90 minute sessions, I’m going to demonstrate and help you craft, script, record and edit your very own intro video to use on your website, YouTube trailer or social media platforms. I’ll even share my personal mantra that helped me get over my fear and self-doubt.
I’m going to guide you every step of the way, you’ll Do as you LEARN and by the end of the day, you’ll hit publish on your very own ‘About Me’ video.
Here’s some facts: 64% of viewers buy after watching a video. 46% of users take action after watching a video. An initial email with video gets 96% more click through rate…
You can no longer allow your fear of video prevent you from reaching the people you’re here to serve. They need to see you, hear you and connect with you, and video is the best tool you have right now. Are you ready to take up the challenge?
PAST STUDENT INTRO VIDEO
Here’s a video that one of my students scripted, filmed and edited herself on her own mobile phone!
Reach out to me if you want to join the step-by-step, hand-holding Getting Started with Video Workshop…
NEXT WORKSHOP DATE:
7, 8 & 9 September 08:00 EST | 13:00 BST | 14:00 SAST
The workshop takes place in a private Telegram group and recordings are made available for replays.
You’ll need your laptop, your mobile phone, good internet connection and a willingness to experiment!
These workshops are live and interactive and you’ll create while you learn.
In this workshop you’ll learn:
Day 1:
– The power of stories
– How to write an About Me script
– How to shoot B-Roll
Day 2:
– What tech you need
– What Setup you need for the best quality video
– How to film yourself with confidence
Day 3:
– How to edit your video on your phone and which app to use
– How to export
Cost:
$149 | R1499 pp
Here’s what a one of my previous students shared with me after this workshop…