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- Talking Head Video Setup doesn't have to be hard. With these 10 tips you can make an amazing talking head video time and time again. Tips include how to position your camera, lighting setup, how to improve your audio, how to REALLY talk to the camera, the best way to keep your talking head video interesting, camera setup, how to plan a talking head video and lots more. Let me know you're favorite tip in the comments below.
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This was like an entire 10 hour Udemy Course in a few minutes. "Just hit RECORD" is the best tip of all. Every time I decide I need to do a shoot, my brain comes up with reasons to NOT do so at this time. I do a countdown from five, grab the camera, mic, and tripod, and go.
Hey Peter, thanks man. Really appreciate that. Totally agree. Once you do press record all the pre stress and over thinking can go away really quickly
@@VicBarry I am completely mystified about shooting video in Manual Mode on my ZV1. I have watched all your ZV1 videos (and many others as well), and gone through the manual. I wish there was a meter to view with a simple shutter speed dial and aperture dial like my old Nikkormat camera. What am I missing. I can set ISO. I have 24P at 1/50 shutter set (so I guess that takes care of shutter), so how do I see a meter to adjust aperture, and make further decisions on ISO manually?
@@VicBarry Never mind my "manual video" dilemma. I just spent some time fiddling with it (like a child figuring out a new smartphone). I'm still not aware of how to see an exposure meter yet, but I figure I'll bump into it eventually. Now I just need to shoot lots of footage today in manual to lock in my ability to use the controls more natually. Thanks for your excellent videos. (By the way, this is not my "creator" channel. My new efforts are on the Fellow Humans Club channel. Those are my Sony ZV-1 videos so far).
How did all the shooting go?
@@VicBarry Good thanks. I saw that there is a meter right in front of my eyes as I make manual adjustments. Now I know how the pros attain camera skills--SHOOT SOME DAMN VIDEO AND LEARN AS YOU GO. Thanks for your inspiration. Your videos are examples themselves of the tips you provide.
I love that you're HONEST and actually tell people that they can't be shooting on junk and expect it to fly on YT. SO many creators say the gear doesn't matter while shooting with top of the line cameras. They know it matters. You don't need $15k worth of equipment, but that 7 year old iPhone probably ain't gonna cut it. Thanks for being REAL about it!
Hey there. Thanks so much. Absolutely. Great comment.
Vic, the power of personality is your greatest strength. I couldn't find any errors. by the way,
Thanks 🙏
11:05 thank you! i've noticed this years and have been trying to tell people this. I wish YT would stop shitting on people who don't upload 2k and 4k video. They don't just give 4k video a higher bitrate ratio, they give 2k video a higher ratio as well.
Just found your channel and am very impressed. Great job! We've been producing video content on social media for a few years and started TH-cam about 2 years ago and still learned A LOT from this video. Thank you!
Hey there. That’s so great to hear. Glad it’s helped you folks out 🙏
Voice clarity quality is top priority for me. All your points are valid and thank you for the very valuable tips.
Hey Grové, thank you. Absolutely audio quality is hugely important. Any other tip you specifically liked or resonated with you?
Talking about levelling up? Something that a lot of people never pay attention to is sound design, and it makes a 10 X difference to your vids! Here's why -> th-cam.com/video/KQC-icinbMg/w-d-xo.html
Honestly, I've watched quite a few videos on this topic because I'm a little nervous to get started and I want everything to be perfect.
I super appreciate that push and pep talk at the end. Much needed! Thank you for the well thought out and informative video!! I will be using all of these tips!
Thank you. Don’t wait for everything to be perfect because you’ll keep find reasons to not press record. Just go for it.
as a 46 yr old chubby dude starting back into making youtube content I can not tell you how much you have inspired. I am blown away by the level of quality you get from your vids, I have the zv1 and the z7siii and honestly there have been times where i didnt even want to post the crap but seeing the quality and the look you get on your vids has inspired me to keep going until I have started to get to the point where I can upload my vids. Thank GOD for the 1/4 black mist and the med. skin soft on zv1 lol. Anyway just wanted to show some love, keep up the great work.
Hey James, wow. Thanks man. Really grateful for that amazing feedback. Absolute best of luck with starting back. You can absolutely do this 🙏🙌👍💪💪💪💪
Why you don't have more subs? This is the most tips-rich video about how to make talking head video on the internet! Amazing work!
Thanks so much for that. Really appreciate it.
Dripping with video shooting gold, I learnt a lot. Thank you Vic.
Thank you :)
Seriously amazing video. These tips are very relevant to me right now. Thanks!
Awesome. Thank you for the feedback. Glad you’ve found these useful. Which tip was the best so you think or the one that resonated the most?
@@VicBarry b roll to keep viewers interested is what I need to work on the most.
On of the best videos on the subject, thanks
Thanks so much Laurent, glad you found it useful. What do you feel was the best tip? Or the one that resonated the most with you?
This video deserves more likes and views!! Amazing tips
Hey Gio, thank you! Glad you think that! Was there any particular tip that you really liked?
@@VicBarry yes, the depth on the background became so clear to me now! Ive seen other videos about it, but when you shwed the comparison between what to do and not to I finally understood! Now im working to make it happen on my limited space haha but it helped me a lot! Thank you!
That’s awesome Gio. Thrilled that has helped you like this. Thanks again. Always good to get feedback like this 🙌
Another masterpiece. Your final line "If this is what you really want to do, fight hard for it, go and do it, and just hit record" As a newbie myself to talking head videos this is sound advice. Happy St Patricks day on the 17th. Peter.
Hey Peter, thank you buddy. Really appreciate the kind words and a very happy paddy’s day to you too 🇮🇪☘️
Good video! The points about talking "to" and not "at" the audience was especially helpful. Thanks man :)
Thank you. Hope it helps 🙏
This basically summarized what I've learned in years making videos, and taught me more. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks Alek
ZV1, the best value in a camera available today. Period.
Absolutely pal. 💯
My ZV-1 arrives back from repair today! Been almost 2 months without it...
Ouch. 2 MONTHS? Whhhhaaaatt was the issue exactly that took 2 months to fix?
@@VicBarry the camera lens started to click when focusing, zooming, just turning on. It was messing with the little bit of stability in the camera even more. The work order said "Lens operation replaced, updated Firmware while it was there, Complete Cleaning, a complete Repair and return to factory functions" Parts used: Lens assembly.... I'm not sure if all that means Mark Saiger = High Speed Abuse? 🤔😁😂😉
Hahahaa! That's crazy
Great Tips Video. Top to Bottom. Visually engaging and quality advice content.
Epic feedback, thanks Ty
Thank you for this video! This is very useful for me now. You pointed out on some things I haven't thought before.
Glad it was helpful!
I am happy to see the quality of this video with a camera I just ordered! I was recording my videos with my iPhone 8...SMH Thanks for the tips!
Some great tips in here. Thanks for posting!
Glad it was helpful!
Love the video and your style, thanks for the quick tips and looking forward to watching more from you. You got my sub!
Thanks so much. And really appreciate the sub. Let me know if there’s anything you’d like to see / learn
Learned a lot in this video. I don't do alot of talking head videos. I guess I need to start now. Thank you
Awesome stuff Phillip. Thank you for the kind words. Best of luck 🔥
Great video buddy. Great instructions and advice. I am just getting started with my Motorcycle related channel and told myself I wasn’t going to be one of those guys with crappy video, audio and not getting straight to the point and rambling about stuff that has nothing to do with why we are here. This video helped a lot. Thanks.
Thanks so much 🙏 glad you found this vid useful. Best of luck with the channel 🔥
Fantastic advice, Thank you!
Great tips, humour and personality. Thanks!
Thanks Ryan 🙏
NEW SUBSCRIBER, Hi Vic, I just watched your video for the first time and you gave alot of great pointers I needed to help me in starting my own channel this year. Cheers👍
Welcome aboard Derek. Great to hear the video was helpful. Best of luck with the new channel. What’s it about?
*Vic, you are freaking brilliant!* I watched every second all the way to the end - learned so much! Thank you for the time and effort you put in to help newbs like me.
I subscribed instantly on the basis of this video - hopefully you will add more videos on the same subject {Talking Head Vids} soon.
Love your pace, love your style, love that accent ;-) Cheers from Australia
Hey Harry, thanks man! REALLY appreciate the amazing feedback! What other kinda vids around talking head stuff would you like to see or what would you like to learn?
Didn’t see anyone mention it 3:45 Peter McKinnon cameo🤣 Good video👍🏻
LOVED IT :-) Thank you for an amazing video.
Thanks Reza. Appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment 🙏
This was the best video I’ve watched on this topic
Thanks Brandon
You knocked another one out of the park. You really do have the most informative videos.
Hey Dean, thank you. Really appreciate that. Any tip in particular you found really informative?
@@VicBarry I love that, as mentioned in your video, you talk TO your audience and not at or down to. I like that you talk about using good equipment but you also give tips on how to use household items to achieve the same results. As a ZV1 owner and new to vlogging, I really appreciate your "real world" examples and tips. Bottom line is you have an outstanding channel, you are entertaining yet very helpful and you know your audience.
Thanks so much Dean. I find feedback incredibly valuable so really appreciate you taking the time for replying
Everything was perfect. Great knowledge. Since you asked to spot the mistakes I’m saying one. Eyes should not have been under the shadow of your cap.
dang man some quality information happy i got suggested your video!
Hey Grant, awesome. Good to hear that this video is being suggested.
Great video Vic! Thanks for the tips!
Hey Walter, no problem. Was there one tip in particular that you found especially useful?
@@VicBarry All tips were great and straight to the point. Found interesting how you were using only one light (45 degree angle).
Hi Vic! Amaaaaazing video as always! Thanks so much for helping us newbies! 🥰 question tho -- im filming with my ZV-1 (which you made me buy!! 😂) using 1080p 60fps but everytime i try to film, like, trees while in a moving car, once I upload it on TH-cam, it pixelizes! How do you make this sharp on youtube??
Hi Gail, thanks :) Few things, what bit rate are you rendering you're video out at before you upload? If it's a low bit rate it's gonna be pixelated in places. I'd suggest rendering out in 4K as TH-cam gives more bandwidth to 4K files and also applies less compression so the video will look better. Also worth checking when you're viewing back the video what resolution it actually is. Let me know does this make sense?
@@VicBarry ohhh. I export it using Filmora in 1080p. Imma try exporting it to 4k next time and will let ya know. Thanks so much Vic! Always a big help!
No worries Gail
Great video!
Thanks Jesse
I only came to check an old drone review .....now I want to create movies.your good vic
Hey Roland, wow. Awesome feedback to get. Glad you find this video useful 🙏
Excellent tutorial video ~ thank you! I'm in the process of looking for a camera, I will also be doing some outside videoing and I'm considering purchasing a go-pro, would appreciate your thoughts?
Thanks Pamela. If you’re only shooting outside then the GoPro will be good. You’ll probably have to look at a mic for the GoPro as well (and they’re a bit awkward and fiddly) - indoor shooting with the GoPro will be a problem unless you have a really good lighting situation.GoPros are great but unless you’ve a specific need for one then I’d have a rethink depending on what you’re going to be doing
you remind me to Rick Beato,nice video, good content, new subscriber, and near-future content creator
This is GOLD!!!!!
Thanks Michael 🙏
Big Vic! cheers for the video mate. It helped a bunch
Hey 👋 awesome stuff. Glad it helped. Which tip worked the best for you?
So much great advice, thanks!
Thanks so much Fabian, any particular tip that really resonated with you?
@@VicBarry the way you explained and showed how to use jump cuts & b-roll. Also just watched some of your other vids on the ZV-1 which were all really helpful. Looking forward to more!
Awesome. Thanks dude
That was an amazing one. Thank you!
Hey there. Thank you. Any tip you REALLY liked?
@@VicBarry The content was really rich. I think all of the tips should be tried and mastered and in the end i'm sure i will have a nice talking head.
Firstly , I tried the background lamp. It really changed the scene. Once again thank you so much.
Amazing. Thanks so much for the feedback. I find it really helpful. Yeah the light in the background can really help 🙌
Thank you for those closing words Vic, really struck a chord
Cheers from Montreal
My pleasure! Thanks for watching Raphaël 🙏
@@VicBarry I’m recording rn! :D
Nicely done Vic 👍
Awesome video! I tried this tonight with LED's in the background and they are all 'rolling' on my talking head video. Any ideas how to solve? You have LED's or lights in the background and it is crystal clear!
Hey David, try changing the shutter speed slightly. Alternatively try either ntsc or pal as well to see does that help. As the lights work on different frequencies in different regions.
Awesome video! Straight to the point and no fluff. You deserve more followers
:) Thank you
Thanks Vic! You’re insights are always helpful!
I’m guilty of so many of these errors!😂 So glad I watched this video. Great lessons!
Thanks dude! Appreciate the support and you taking the time to watch! Yeah, we're all guilty of these, but try and pick one error you've made, and make 100% sure it won't be in the next video. And just keep scaling it like that, and then refining!
Спасибо🙏💕
The best video on the topic!
Thanks so much Rafal
thank you, great value and great personality
Thanks so much Youssef, hope you find the video helpful?
@@VicBarry extremely so, thank you once again
Thank you, Mr. Barry
Thanks for this Vic! Great points! How about wide lens for taking head?
I'm tempted to get the zv-1 as it does seem to do it all for a starter device. There's something about the quality that is below an a6k series though. Love the hlg profiled look. Check out the look Lee Zavitz can get!
👋 sensor size can’t really compare with some like the 6400 or 6600 but it’s pretty close. I used the ZV1 entirely for this video with the exception of some broll but it’s the only camera I used for the talking head stuff and it works well to be fair.
Great tips, I need to really focus on talking to my audience and not to them.
Thanks Jon. Best of luck. Totally doable
Really needed this TLDR, you the man! Thank you!
Glad to help Arsalan
Great video, lots of stuff to work on and most of it reasonably straight forward to do
Great video! Thanks
Very helpful and encouraging. looking to do my first vids shortly and this is one of the best prep videos I've seen. Also nice to see a Cork man doin' the thang!
Nice wan Paul. Appreciate that. Out of curiosity what were you searching for when you found this vid? Best of luck with the vids
@@VicBarry I was looking for best ways to do a talking head video
Cool. Thanks for the play Paul.
This is an insanely info packed and useful video. 10/10
I especially liked the last point (watch your video). I always have mistakes in my lower thirds, and if I just upload, those mistakes become horribly embarrassing.
Thank you. I don’t know how many times that’s happened me. 🙈
Hi Vic - great video with really helpful comments and ideas. Thanks for making this. It’s very helpful to me to learn these techniques in a very accessible way. Cheers!!
Hey David, wow. That’s great feedback. Thank you
Great Video! Really concise tips! Thank you! :)
Awesome. Thanks for the feedback Solomon
Amazing video from a fellow Tube Ritual Member, brilliant stuff Vic 😎
Again Vic, you've hit the fix. Not only do you sound natural, your editing is superb. I'm learning oodles from your videos. I particularly like your 9-second mind-bore clip tip. I was always wondering how many and when to insert changes. Hey, quick question. I noticed you hac a second camera angle in this video. You had a quick side profile and leg-up viewing angle. How important are these inserts vs just doing b-roll + front shots? If using a second angle, will a main camera (mirroless Sony) and second smartphone work? Your thoughts?
Okay, that was two questions. Oh, and the not winging it was a brillant tip as well. BOOM!
Hey Bill, thanks for the kind words. Really appreciate. You can 500 camera angles but they won’t matter if the story / idea doesn’t exist. That aside though, yeah. It helps refresh the brain.
As for a smartphone doing second angle, absolutely but very much depends on the phone to be honest. If the quality or look of the video from the phone is totally different from the main camera then it’s going to be a jarring experience for the viewer and that’s not a good thing.
@@VicBarry Excellent! Thanks, Vic.
More great stuff Barry. Thanks so much
Hi Vic, so my question is - How can I use my teleprompter with sony ZV-1? Also Im interested in how to make the lens stop turning off
There is a dedicated teleprompter for the ZV-1 and small cameras. As long as the camera isn't recording the lens will shut down to conserve power. They're might be an autopower off setting that makes this unlimited, but off the top of my head I can't remember
Great video - great points!
Glad it was helpful!
Underrated Video. Great stuff
Appreciate it! Thanks Mauro
Great tips Vic...you mentioned uploading in 4k even if not filming in 4K. So if you film in 1080p do you import the video into your video editing software as 4k then save it as 4K?
Yeah. The sequence is usually 1080p but the final render is actually 4k so you’re rendering at 4k
@@VicBarry just to clarify you're editing in 1080p then rendering at 4K?
I’m editing in a 1080p sequence / timeline
Great Great video! Always golden nuggets 😁👍
Thanks Mark. Which one resonated you the most?
@@VicBarry actually even the things I know... Was still a good "oh yeah" reminder... Darn it... Take notes Mark 😁😂... Thought every tip was great (now must apply... 😁👍)
Awesome. Thanks Mark
Thanks for the video
You’re welcome.
Great tips Vic. I definitely need to take some of that on board. With regards to shooting in manual, this is something I want to do, but doing hiking videos, I'm a talking head then doing scenery shots or b-roll, it just isn't practical to be shooting manual, or am I wrong?
Hey dude. Yeah I get that totally. Manual does need constant work. Decide on the look you want and then use either aperture or shutter priority. Aperture priority will get you a blurry background while a 1/50 shutter speed in shutter priority will get you that cinematic motion blur. Potentially keep iso on auto. Definitely experiment and see which one works best but in either case the camera does a fair whack of the heavy lifting. Does this make sense?
@@VicBarry it does mate, cheers. Definitely something I need to practice with. Maybe when I'm on my own though. 😂
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Wow you are amazingly on point and very helpful
You are so welcome. Glad the video helped 🙏
Super video Vic, thanks for the tips.
Glad it was helpful. Thanks Paul
Vic, this is very helpful for someone new to this game! I am looking to do recording of myself (college professor) for video lectures and just want it to be a bit more sophisticated (and keep the students interested!) for 3-7 minute videos to introduce the topic each week. Also, as I have a Zoom meeting a couple of times a semester, thought these skills could help there as well. I have a Sony A9 for my regular photography (like to shoot wildlife) and have been thinking about the new Sony A7IV, but worry that if I use those two cameras together I could have color science issues. I have been thinking about getting 2 Sony ZV-E10s so that things are the same (setup, color science, etc.) and this would be considerably cheaper ($2498 vs. $1400) which would give me money for other things (lighting, stands, mics, etc.).
Hey Robert, thank you. There will be subtle differences but I’d argue that the majority of folks won’t notice them too much if at all. Just make sure you’re using the same picture profiles between the two cameras.
Zve-10 is a great camera. Unless there is a specific need for the other one then the 10
Is defiantly worth seriously considering. Hope this helps
@@VicBarry Vic I appreciate it, that makes some sense to me - not going to be a Hollywood production by I still want to make it look decent for the students!
New subscriber... Excellent.
Thank you for subbing 🙏
Epic video!
Thank you 🙏
Very helpful tips. Thank you
You're so welcome!
Really useful tips. Thank you.
Awesome. Thanks Matthew. Any tip in particular you really thought was super helpful?
Great video again.👍🏻 Very useful tips, and I think I should pick some of those for my videos.🤔 I've just subscribed, but I've been following your ZV-1 videos. I think that will be my next gear update for my channel.
Hey 👋 awesome. Thanks for the sub. Which tip do you reckon was the most useful?
@@VicBarry I think those lightning tips and also editing tips for panning and cropping for making videos more interesting was something that I should use more.
Awesome. Thanks 🙏
Cant lie...its hard the learning curve is crazy not knowing anyone that does this stuff. Also, Mind open...depending on the subject, I talk to the camera picturing certain people.
Totally. It is hard. But put in the work and just keep going. Aim to get improve one little thing in each video. Or even 10 vids. And go from there. One step at a time.
Picturing certain people is a great idea too. Best of luck.
Sir can you also tell us, what lens are you using right now in this video ? and at around how much distance from camera ?
Skin tones are super important for talking head vids - Learn the basics of getting decent looking skin tones here - th-cam.com/video/nkKd6TI4aw0/w-d-xo.html
Can you make a video that's all about getting the most out of cheap microphones? I get that you need to stay close to the mic, you gotta avoid plosives, watch out for the proximity effect...
but what I struggle with is EQ'ing it and "knowing when to stop" with compression. It's easy not to do those things, but it doesn't sound great.
The mic I use is just the ModMic USB, and an omni-directional from a cheap headset. The omni directional doesn't sound bad, it doesn't have any filters built-in so it doesn't sound awful like most headsets. however, I don't know how to get more from it.
Bro you are awesome, you had my full attention the whole video, I laughed out loud 4-5 times, you explained so much and have helped me immensely. Such a great personality. I would kill to have your ability.
Great advice my man. Really trying with video, at 114 subscribers 🙏🏼
GREAT VID! Keep it up 👍
Thank you. Keep watching 😃
great video
Thanks Mike, appreciate that :)
Great help here Mark. Shooting the corner angle and a change every 9 seconds resonated with me.
I have a question please. Whilst working out a room and space, would using a green screen and creating my own back drop work in the interim?
Thank you for your videos,
Paul
It will but green screens can look terrible unless they’re lit evenly and you know what to do with them in post otherwise it’s just gonna look like a dodgy green screen which will add as more of a distraction to the audience than anything else
This fkn guy... Again with an excellent video from start to finish. Thanks for the tips Vic!
LOL!!! Thanks . Too kind :) Which tip you think you'll put into practice first?
Great tips!!
Thanks Brian, which one is the best you reckon?
This is fantastic video. Loved it.
Thank you very much! Any point in particular resonate with you PJ?
@@VicBarry it is a no bs how to guide. It made everything very simplistic.
Sweet! Thanks for the reply PJ
Amazing video 😮
Glad you think so! Thanks Ian
Do you recommend an 85mm lens over others?!
Hey there, 85mm is probably a bit too much for a talking head, but it can work but you'll have to be a long way away from the camera
@@VicBarry thank you!
Great ideas and advice. Thanks once again Barry. 👏🙏
My pleasure! Which tip is the best do you think?
@@VicBarry the lighting bit and also the pauses when speaking. Never thought about the pauses that causes silence.
Thanks dude
Great video thanks. Regarding Auto Focus settings, I am having issues with a sort of breathing in and out during the recording, even though I am not moving. I have a Sony A7S iii, 24mm G Master lens, and I am about the same distance as you are. I have tried all Auto Focus modes, spot mode, wide etc .. and it does it on all of them. Any ideas what I am doing wrong here? no worries if not .. but thought I would ask, as I have done all of the rest of your suggestions, so everything is great and ready to go, just this weird focus adjustment going on at times during the Video. thanks in advance and keep up the great content !
Hey Paul, I don’t have the zv-1 to hand at the minute but take a look for focus sensitivity and speed. Pretty sure the zv-1 has this option but I’m not 100%
@@VicBarry thanks !! perfect, I will check that out.
hi vic? can i make talking head videos with an iphone 13? its easier for me to edit on an iphone!
ABSOLUTELY!! Just make sure you've got well lit scene, and equally important is the audio! Make sure to use some sort of mic
@@VicBarry what’s a good iPhone mic and video edit app to edit on iPhone ?
Rode in particular do nice iPhone mics depending on the type of iPhone connection you have, as do Deity and Saramonic. Video editing app? All depends on your needs to be honest. iMovie can suffice for basic stuff, but I find Premiere Rush or Lumafusion to be more than capable these days If I need to do something on the phone!
@@VicBarry yay thanks a lot ! I’m a realtor and plan to make short educational talking head vids with some animations and simple edits to make the flow crisp
No probs. Awesome stuff. Best of luck 🙏
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Also wanted to ask you what the channel consultant had to say about your channel?
And I wanted to ask, what is your passion? :)
I’ve screens upon screens of notes so far too much to go into. But this video and the one before it have implemented a tonne of changes.
Spot any?
@@VicBarry no outro - and no asks for likes (thankful lol) - enjoyed what you had to say about the 9 seconds [goldfish] rule :)
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