NanoFlick — Shot-by-Shot Video Guide
Airbnb Tour & Preview
Use this guide to quickly create a video for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, etc.
About This Video Story
Airbnb doesn’t allow videos in your listing BUT you can send a YouTube links after they’ve booked.
How to Make a Great Video
Shoot each of the shots and keep the duration to the bare minimum. We've included instructions for each shot to create a short, fast-moving video your friends and followers will love. When you're finished shooting, just combine all the shots and you're done.
Find this template in the free NanoFlick app.
Video Shot List
ShotDescriptionLength
1
Introduction & exterior
00:05Show the outside of the place from the best angle. Outdoor shots are best done with cloud cover instead of direct sun. Say hello, your name and the location.
2
Entry & Social Space
00:08Show the largest gathering/entertaining spot; the highlight area. Usually this is the kitchen, family room or great room. Talk about entertainment amenities.
3
Kitchen & Dining
00:08Show the kitchen and dining areas. Talk about various seating areas and all the appliances. Open appliances, drawers and cabinets to show contents.
4
Entertaining
00:06Give a bit more detail on the entertainment space. TV size, cable and streaming packages, board games and more.
5
General Bathroom
00:05Show the main bathroom used during the daytime.
6
Master Bedroom
00:06Tour the master. Move around and shot from the edges of the room to get the widest shot. Comment on the features.
7
Master Bath
00:07Enter the master bath. Again, shoot with the widest shot you can and avoid appearing in mirrors if you can. Show features like fixtures and comment on amenities like lush towels and toiletries included.
8
Next Bedroom & Bath
00:06Show the next bedroom and bath. Shoot and comment similar to the previous shot. You can add shots for additional bedrooms with the ⊕ button.
9
Other Amenities
00:08Show other areas or amenities inside or outside. Comment on what's unique about this property and what others have loved.
10
About The Area
00:07Share local favorites and the distance to key cities, areas or attractions. Any special local knowledge will personalize your place.
11
Need To Know
00:08Share a few details they should know: rules and unique considerations of staying at your place.
12
Sign Off
00:07Thank the viewer, tell them how best to contact you and that you look forward to their visit.
Top Video Tips
Keep it short...
...then cut it even shorter. Usually under 90 seconds for a serious video; under 30 for a fun one.
Keep it moving
Make sure each shot has a point...and get to it fast! No fluff or filler.
Tell a story
Stories need structure. Make sure you've got a beginning, middle and end.
Know the audience
Family will watch a 2:00 video. Everyone else gets bored after 45 seconds.
Focus on people
Go easy on transitions, filters, etc. The best content is people relating.
Time passages
Use transitions like Dissolve or Dip-to-Black to indicate passage of time
Multiple angles
Using multiple short shots with different angles is better than one longer shot.
Start wide...
...then move closer on subsequent shot for the scene.
Video Timeline
Timeline
This story template (and hundreds more) is built into the free NanoFlick iOS app. Download now for the fastest, easiest way to get this done. It'll coach you through every shot and automatically assemble your video for instant sharing — no editing required.
