{"id":2214,"date":"2021-09-21T09:55:57","date_gmt":"2021-09-21T16:55:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/porkbun.com\/blog\/?p=2214"},"modified":"2021-09-21T09:55:57","modified_gmt":"2021-09-21T16:55:57","slug":"how-to-make-your-first-100-online-with-video-content","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/porkbun.com\/blog\/how-to-make-your-first-100-online-with-video-content\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Your First $100 Online With Video Content<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You don\u2019t need the most expensive equipment available, or even millions of subscribers, in order to make money with video content. Nowadays, we can all be video creators simply by using our smartphones and talking to a niche group of people that share our interests. If you\u2019ve found yourself intrigued by YouTube (do content creators really <\/em>get paid per view?), but have no idea how to begin \u2014 or you think you simply don\u2019t have the audience or video creation chops to cut it \u2014 we\u2019re here to help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re angling to be the next vlogging superstar or you just want to supplement your income with a video-creation side gig, read on for simple steps to achieve video greatness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting is the Hardest Part<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This advice may sound self-evident, but hear us out: if you want to make any amount of money through video content, you need to actually create and upload videos. For many of us, there just isn\u2019t enough time in the day to shoot, edit, and upload; it\u2019s yet another task on an ever-increasing list. The good news is that your videos don\u2019t have to be perfect, they just need to be authentic. Remember, the only person who can offer your unique voice and perspective is you. So come from a place of authenticity, and just start making!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you already know what you want your videos to be about, you’re already ahead of the game! If you don\u2019t, let\u2019s start with a small brainstorming task. What are your interests? What are you passionate about? Is there some skill, craft, or advice you can offer others, like how to draw or how to build a website? Make a list of everything you enjoy, everything you\u2019re good at, and any gap in knowledge you could potentially fill. You\u2019ll start to see where your skills, interests, and greater public needs intersect. The more truthful you are with yourself during this process, the more authentic your video content will be.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve honed in on your video content, it\u2019s time to create a schedule for yourself to stay on track with regular shoots, edits, and uploads. Remember, you don\u2019t need a fancy, state-of-the-art camera, or even the latest video editing software to do this. Most smartphones today offer picture quality and editing capabilities comparable to sophisticated film equipment. Especially if you\u2019re just starting out, you shouldn\u2019t need expensive gear. Commit to regular uploads, so your audience knows what to expect. When in doubt, forgo the glitz and glam, and opt for consistency.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Build Your Audience<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve developed and maintained your content schedule, now let\u2019s figure out how to grow those subscriber numbers so you can monetize your YouTube channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is where your hard work in the first step really comes in handy \u2014 if you have a specific thing you can offer through your videos, you are more likely to find an audience. Don\u2019t worry about trying to cater to every taste, just speak to what you know and your audience will naturally find you. Stick to your voice and your content will inevitably be much stronger compared to those simply looking to placate the masses. Specialization doesn\u2019t need to come at the expense of growth! You can continue to reach new people by trying some of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n