NanoFlick — Shot-by-Shot Video Guide
Today's Chef Special
Use this guide to quickly create a video for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, etc.
👨🍳About This Video Story
Connect daily with your patrons and followers by sharing the inspiration and details of today's special. It's best if it's described by the chef or other kitchen staff in the kitchen. Make this while you have a sample available to shoot as a close-up. Consider making several at once.
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
00:04With the front/signage (or other vibrant background), greet the viewers, introduce yourself and say you'll be sharing today's special. Be brief.
2
The Special
00:05In the kitchen, have the presenter (preferably the chef or other kitchen staff) introduce themselves and announce today's special, while holding the plate.
3
The Details
00:08Place the dish on the table and shoot a close-up. while the chef narrates a BRIEF description of the dish - ingredients and how it was prepared.
4
The Inspiration
00:08Have the chef BRIEFLY describe why this is special to them. Especially good if it's a personal story or tied to the local community or ingredients.
5
Wrap Up
00:07Thank the chef for sharing that detail. Mention how you can't wait to try it yourself, and invite the viewer to come by soon to sample that dish and the other great offerings.
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.
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.
