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

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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. ♡ WATCH THE FULL YOUTUBE SERIES HERE (FREE COURSE): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcDAePPn7pxSZmVeJUImt0oXaJ6_HgbZI ♡ Content Planning Notion template: https://vanessalau.thrivecart.com/content-planner/ ♡ Subscribe to my Substack: https://vanessalau.substack.com/ ♡ What's in this video: 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 26:57 FREE YouTube Course ♡ My 2025 YouTube Equipment: Camera (Sony) ➡︎ https://geni.us/IE6Jp Camera Lens (Ultra Wide) ➡︎ https://geni.us/yoUwyf Microphone ➡︎ https://geni.us/4C606 Tripod ➡︎ https://geni.us/waoPFB Lighting ➡︎ https://geni.us/gWkHG Lantern Softbox ➡︎ https://geni.us/MAAmAz Lighting Stand ➡︎ https://geni.us/APrj Dummy Battery ➡︎ https://geni.us/nM2tiqm Bluetooth Remote ➡︎ https://geni.us/7DHX SD Card ➡︎ https://geni.us/1AQ2Wlb Vlog Camera (DJI) ➡︎ https://geni.us/mebO0 Vlog SD Card ➡︎ https://geni.us/RlKvM Check out ALL my equipment here: https://kit.co/vanessalau.co ♡ TRY WHOOP: Get a free WHOOP 4.0 and one month free when you join with my link: https://join.whoop.com/EBA6A8F2A ♡ Cycle Syncing Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/C_vdHvXvHM1/ Here’s what I did to help my business work FOR me, not AGAINST me as a woman: 1. Got my physical period back (ditched the hormonal IUD) 2. Used tools such as @ouraring or @WHOOP to help with tracking my cycle (you can also track it for free using Apple Health app or other period tracking apps like @stardust ) 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. ♡ Products: 📷 Shop all my YouTube gear: https://kit.co/vanessalau.co 👚 Shop all my clothes & lifestyle: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/vanessalau ♡ YouTube Optimization Tools I Use: https://www.tubebuddy.com/vanessalauco Use “vanessasbuddy” to get 20% off all licenses ♡ Stay Connected: ♥️ Subscribe to my channel for more: https://www.youtube.com/vanessalau?sub_confirmation=1 💛 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessalau.co/ 🧋 Check Out My Milk Tea Business: https://www.instagram.com/getsuperboba/ 💌 For business inquiries: [email protected]