NanoFlick — Shot-by-Shot Video Guide
My Long-Term Plan
Use this guide to quickly create a video for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, etc.
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
00:06Say your name and that you’ll be outlining your long-term plan
2
The Goal
00:10Describe the goal. How do you see yourself in the future as a result? Be specific in terms of vision and timeframe.
3
The Plan
00:10How are you going to get there? Describe the overall effort and major milestones. Be specific on milestones and dates.
4
The Obstacles
00:07What will be hard about achieving the plan?
5
Supporters & Adversaries
00:08Who's for you and against you? What support will you need?
6
The First Step
00:05What's the first step and the first milestone? When will you start the first step? When will you finish the first milestone?
7
Sign Off
00:08Thank the viewer and ask them to hold you accountable by checking in with you on a certain date.
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.
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.
