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How To Make Your First Youtube Channel! A Beginners Guide to YouTube

So you want to start a YouTube channel but you’re not sure how to get started? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Starting your own YouTube channel isn’t as scary or difficult as some people make it sound. Anyone can do it. All you need is a camera, a computer with video editing software and of course, a topic that will be interesting for viewers. Once you have all that set up, creating your first Youtube channel is easy. You just need to know where to begin and what steps you need to take in order to get there. In this blog post, we’ll teach you everything you need to know in order to start your own YouTube channel. Let’s get started!

By Engin ErenerPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
How To Make Your First Youtube Channel! A Beginners Guide to YouTube
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Decide on a topic for your channel

There are a few things you’ll want to consider before deciding on a topic for your channel. First, you’ll want to make sure that there is a demand for the content you want to create. You don’t want to choose a topic that people are not interested in viewing. Next, you’ll want to think about the type of audience you want to attract. There are a variety of different YouTube channels out there for practically every type of person. You can choose a topic based on your interests, skills or profession. You can focus on entertainment, education, lifestyle, gaming, arts and crafts, music or just about anything else you can think of. If there’s something you’re passionate about, chances are there are other people out there who feel the same way.

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Get the equipment you’ll need

Now that you’ve decided on a topic, the next thing you’ll want to do is make sure you have all the right equipment to record and edit videos. There are a few things you’ll want to invest in. First, you’ll need a camera. You can use a digital camera, your cell phone or an action camera like a GoPro. You’ll also want to make sure you have a computer with video editing software like Adobe Premiere, Final Cut or iMovie. You’ll also want a microphone to record audio and a lighting kit for your set. There are a variety of different kits available online. You can find them for both indoor and outdoor use and in a variety of different price ranges. If you’re just starting out, you can use some of the basics like a tripod, tablecloth or blanket to diffuse the light and a pop filter to minimize popping sounds while speaking. When it comes to recording audio, there are a few things to keep in mind. The main thing is you don’t want to use your computer’s built-in microphone. It’s not very good and will pick up a lot of background noise. Instead, you’ll want to use a dedicated microphone. It’s something you’ll want to invest in as it will last a long time and produce better sound with fewer background noises.

Record and edit videos

Once you have all of your equipment set up and ready to go, it’s time to record and edit videos. Recording your videos is a pretty straightforward process. The main thing to keep in mind here is that you want to make sure you have good lighting, sound and visuals. You want to make sure you are in a quiet place with minimal background noise. You also want to make sure you have your camera resting on a steady surface so it doesn’t move around when you’re recording. When it comes to editing your videos, time and practice are the only things that will help you get better at it. You can find tutorials online and learn from other YouTubers to see what they do. The best advice we can give is to not rush the process. If you rush your videos, they won’t be as good as they could be and people will notice. Take your time with them, learn as you go and you’ll find that you start to improve over time.

Create a YouTube channel

Once you’ve recorded a few videos, it’s time to create your YouTube channel. You can create your channel on a computer or mobile device. When you’re setting up your channel, you’ll want to make sure that you fill out all the information about your channel. You’ll want to make sure that your channel name is something people will click on. You’ll also want to make sure you fill out your profile and select an appropriate profile picture. When creating your channel, you’ll want to make sure you select a monetization option. You can select either the standard option or the optional partnership program. When you select the partnership program, you’ll have to go through a review process where YouTube will look over your channel and see if it meets their guidelines. If it does, you will be accepted and be able to earn more with your channel.

Bottom line

Starting a channel is something anyone can do. All you need to do is pick a topic you’re interested in and start recording. The best advice we can give you is to practice. The more videos you make, the better you’ll get. Once you’re making videos, make sure you promote them. Tell your friends, family and followers about your channel. Ask them to subscribe and give their feedback. The more you work at it and promote your channel, the more successful it will be.

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