Explode Your YouTube Channel with Shorts: Our Top Tips
Creating Vertical Videos
Vertical videos have become extremely popular, especially with the rise of platforms like TikTok and YouTube Shorts that are designed for viewing vertical content. When creating videos for these platforms, it’s important to film footage vertically.
Shooting videos vertically (in portrait mode) fills more of the screen on phones and feels more natural for viewers. Most people watch YouTube Shorts on their phones, so vertical videos create a more immersive experience. Landscape videos can end up with big black bars on the sides that look unappealing.
Filming vertically allows you to get closer to your subject and achieve better framing that works for small screens. The composition won’t have to be as wide. You can take advantage of the height to get creative with visuals.
It’s best to use cameras and equipment designed for shooting vertical videos. Make sure you have appropriate grip accessories and tripods suitable for portrait orientation. Frame shots intentionally for vertical viewing.
The editing process may also be different. Vertical videos are best taken at a 9:16 aspect ratio. Edit timelines and projects in your video editor should match this. Add vertical text or graphics that complement the shape.
Overall, embracing vertical is the way to go for Shorts. The viewer experience will be much better watching videos shot purposely for their device’s display. Shorts creators see increased viewership, likes, comments, and shares when taking the time to craft vertically oriented videos.
