How to create more TikTok videos in less time

What to do:

💡Define your niche and stick to it. Your ideas become easier to get when you have a clear focus for your content. Knowing your niche – whether it's comedy skits, educational tech reviews for the Nigerian market, vibrant food vlogs showcasing local cuisine, or anything in between – gives you a guide as to what to create next.

💡 See What's Trending (in Your Space).

• Click on the search bar above the Discover page and search your niche to see what other creators in your space are doing.
• Also, check your Discover page to see top-performing content that you could put your own spin on. This is one of the easiest TikTok video hacks.

💡 Use an AI Assistant. Tools like ChatGPT can be a huge help when you need TikTok content ideas. Feed it information about your audience or a topic you're interested in, and watch it churn out creative concepts.

What to do:

💡 Plan your shoots down to your dress style, location, and setup. Think of your TikTok shoot like a mini-production.

• Your Outfit: What are you wearing? Does it fit the vibe of your content? Having this decided beforehand saves you from last-minute wardrobe crises.
• Location & Time: Where are you shooting? Is the lighting natural and consistent at that time? Minimize distractions by choosing your location wisely.
• Setup: What props or equipment do you need (tripod, microphone, etc.)? Have everything ready and in place before you start.

💡 Have a script. You don't need a word-for-word screenplay, but having a clear list of talking points will save you a ton of time on retakes. This is how pros quickly make TikTok videos.

💡 Get help if you need it. If you need a friend to hold the phone or a parent to adjust the light, make sure you have that support organized beforehand.

What to do:

💡 Set up for success before you press record. A few seconds of preparing your recording area and tools can save you hours of editing later.

• Ensure proper lighting. Good lighting makes every shot look better and more professional.
• Stabilize your phone camera. Avoid shaky footage by using a phone tripod or resting your phone on a stable surface.
• Clean your camera lens. This sounds obvious, but a smudged lens can make your whole video look blurry. Just wipe it with a microfiber cloth before you start.

💡 Shoot from at least three different angles. This gives you more options in the edit and makes your final video more dynamic.

What to do:

💡 Practice and learn your software. The more you edit, the faster you get. One secret to edit TikToks faster is to edit more TikToks. Over time you will get better at doing it. P.S. there is no shortcut to this.

💡 Understand CapCut's basic tools and layout. This app is an essential tool for many creators because even it's free plan is powerful and fast. It is also very beginner friendly. Get comfortable with the basics:

• Trimming and Splitting Clips: Essential for cutting out mistakes and creating shorter, punchier segments.
• Adding Text and Stickers: Key for on-screen information and engaging visuals.
• Music and Sound Effects: Learn how to layer audio effectively to enhance your video.
• Transitions: Experiment with simple, clean transitions to move smoothly between clips (the "fade" and "slide" are great starting points!).

💡 Watch tutorials on specific transitions. If you want to nail a certain effect, don't try to guess how to do it. There are tons of tutorials on YouTube that show you exactly how to do it quickly.

💡 Maintain a consistent editing style. Once you find a style that works for you, stick to it. This will make your editing process much faster, and it also helps your brand look cohesive.