Do you dream about becoming a successful social media star? Fancy yourself as a number one vlogger or blogger? Olivia Rodrigo and Madison Hu of Disney Channel’s ‘Bizaardvark’ share their top tips to help you on your way to social media stardom…
TIP ONE: WORK HARD!
Olivia: [Bizaardvark actor] Jake Paul is really famous on social media. It’s great to have him on set because he teaches us everything about the social media world and social media influences. Sometimes you don’t realise how tough people like Jake work, because you just see funny videos and think, ‘Oh, wow… That’s cool!’ But they work really, really hard. Hard work is definitely one of the biggest keys to social media success.
TIP TWO: PACE YOURSELF!
Madison: A lot of people do daily vlogs on YouTube and I’ve heard that’s really tough to keep up. It takes a toll on you after a while, so I think it’s important to pace yourself when you’re vlogging. Don’t push yourself for views. I see vloggers who are really tired because they are working so hard – but at times like that, it’s important to take a step back and breath. Remember, it’s supposed to be fun!
TIP THREE: FIND YOUR NICHE!
Olivia: When it comes to social media, Jake’s a big mentor to us. He said it’s important to find your niche. Blog about something that nobody else is covering. That’s a good idea if you want to stand out from other people online.
TIP FOUR: KEEP AN EYE ON THE COMPETITION!
Madison: I think it’s a good idea to watch what other YouTubers are doing. Draw inspiration from other YouTubers because it’s such a big community – but make sure you credit anyone you use for inspiration. Don’t just copy them!
TIP FIVE: BE CONSISTENT!
Olivia: It’s important to be consistent and be positive with your blog. Do it once a week or once every few days – but stick to the schedule. It’s a lot of work, but it’s important to try and be consistent with your posts. The internet can be a great place for inspiration and communicating with people in a positive way.
TIP SIX: PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT!
Madison: When it comes to vlogging, I truly believe that practice makes perfect. Rehearse your video in front of a mirror at home. Do some practice sessions on camera before you start posting. The more comfortable you feel in front of the camera, the better it’s going to be.
TIP SEVEN: COLLABS ARE COOL!
Olivia: In Bizaardvark, there’s an episode about collabs (or collaborations). Paige and Frankie discover that it’s a great way to get more subscribers if you can work with a popular blogger and get them to introduce you to their followers. And vice-versa.
TIP EIGHT: CHANGE IT UP!
Madison: I’ve never vlogged, but I think it’s a cool thing to do. If I wanted to create a cool vlog, I’d make sure I changed up the content so that it’s not the same thing every week. It’s not interesting when you see a daily vlog and it’s just about a trip to the shops; it’s much more fun if you’re doing something different. Try doing challenges with your friends and mix it up.
TIP NINE: LIGHTEN UP!
Olivia: If you’re on camera, look at the lighting and make sure your face can be seen. If you want to get more followers on Instagram, use bright, fun colours that draw the eye. Cool, bright photos really stand out!
TIP TEN: ASK FOR FEEDBACK!
Madison: Sometimes people can’t take criticism. They feel like feedback is a little too harsh – but I think it’s a good thing to hear the opinions of other people. I love feedback. Feedback is great! It’s good to hear what other people like and don’t like about your work. Anything that’s going to help boost your subscribers is a positive thing in my eyes. Good luck!
Catch Bizaardvaark, Thursdays at 17:50 on Disney Channel.
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