Making videos

Talk to camera like a friend

Talk to one specific person, look at the lens rather than the screen, speak a little faster and with more energy than feels normal, and film several short takes instead of one long one.

Eight tips

Confidence on camera is a skill you build.

Picture one friend and talk to them
Look at the lens, not your own face
Raise your energy slightly; the camera flattens it
Film in short sections and join them in the edit
Use your hands and move a little
Smile at the start of each take
Keep notes beside the lens, not a full script
Rewatch, pick one thing to improve, and film again

Getting past the awkward phase

Almost everyone feels awkward for the first few videos. Practise daily for a week, even if you do not post, and it gets noticeably easier.