Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Working for Devin Stone at @LegalEagle was a dream job and an incredible learning opportunity as a video editor and motion graphic designer. Working behind the scenes of a successful Youtube channel gave me a unique perspective I was excited to share with other content creators when I branched out on my own. And in 2022, LegalEagle's endorsement of a video I made talking about that experience went VIRAL!
That video became a launch pad for growing my own Youtube channel, but viral success brought new insights and challenges that I wanted to share today. If you're an aspiring content creator on YouTube and struggling to grow and find an audience, I hope these lessons will help guide you on your own journey.
🥸 *BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER!*
_Get Access to Extra Perks!_
youtube.com/channel/UCcVlTg6iC7nX-Lxgh5r6LtQ/join
🚀 *BUY MY ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS TEMPLATES*
_Level up your production value with pre-made motion graphics!_
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✨ *PATREON*
patreon.com/AwkwardAnthems
🎬 MY GEAR
*CAMERA*
↳ _Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera (Body)_
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*LENSES*
↳ _Sony - FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS Standard Zoom Lens_
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↳ _Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G Full-Frame Ultra-Wide Angle G Lens_
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*CAMERA RIG + ACCESSORIES*
↳ _SmallRig Professional Camera Cage Kit for Sony A7 IV_
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↳ _SmallRig Cold Shoe Mount Adapter_
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*RECORDING MONITOR + ACCESSORIES*
↳ _Atomos Ninja V 5" 4K HDMI Recording Monitor_
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↳ _Atomos AtomFlex Pro HDMI Coiled Cable_
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↳ _SmallRig Field Monitor Mount Holder_
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*STORAGE*
↳ _Angelbird AtomX SSDmini 1 TB Drive_
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↳ _Sony CFexpress Type A Memory Card 80GB_
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↳ _Sony CFexpress Memory Card Reader_
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*BATTERIES*
↳ _Sony NPFZ100 Z-series Rechargeable Battery Pack_
amzn.to/4aeqmpi
↳ _Manfrotto Pro Cube Professional Twin Charger (Sony-Compatible)_
amzn.to/4bqWCXd
*LIGHTS*
↳ _LED Video Lighting Kit_
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*AUDIO*
↳ _Rode GO II Dual Channel Wireless Microphone System_
amzn.to/3QwOThY
↳ _Rode VideoMic NTG Camera-Mounted Shotgun Mic_
amzn.to/3UJ3Sbo
*COMPUTER*
↳ _Apple 2021 MacBook Pro_
amzn.to/4dkoaPw
*SOFTWARE*
↳ _Adobe Creative Cloud Subscription [Premiere and After Effects]_
https://prf.hn/l/QLBxNP2
💬 *GET IN TOUCH!*
awkwardanthems@gmail.com
👍 *SOCIALS*
TikTok | tiktok.com/@awkwardanthems
Instagram | instagram.com/awkwardanthems
🎥 *CHAPTERS:*
00:00 | Intro & Fake Sponsor for Vanity Metrics(TM)
00:31 | How I Went Viral on YouTube
00:51 | Defining Success and the Role that Social Influence Plays
02:06 | The Consequence of Taking Big Swings!
02:25 | Reflecting on Why I Play Small
03:55 | The Importance of Understanding Your Core Audience
04:39 | Where's Waldo? Editing!
04:44 | Channel Growth & New Lessons Learned
05:10 | How I Got Stuck in YouTube Purgatory
05:47 | Responding to a Troll's Astute Observation
07:31 | Lesson #1: Pick a Lane
07:54 | The Metrics that REALLY Matter
08:05 | Why Going Viral with an Outlier is Bittersweet
08:56 | Lesson #2: Make Friends! Invest in Connections.
09:22 | Lesson #3: Know Who You're Serving. Deliver Consistently!
09:42 | Lesson #4: Skill Without Focus Gets You Nowhere!
10:44 | How to Win with the Algorithm
11:20 | Encouragement for Future You!
👀 *WATCH THIS NEXT:*
LegalEagle's Former Editor Speaks Out youtu.be/2NvgNHo7CzI
The SHOCKING Truth about Clickbait! youtu.be/wtXm3NxQqsM
A Day in the Life of a YouTube Video Editor: youtu.be/H4-CJxOx_ok
Script Delivery for Awkward People youtu.be/z05wevBVX6o
Welcome to Awkward Anthems: the channel that combines motion graphic design with deep dives into the exciting world of content creation! Come for the edutainment. Stay for the musings of a socially-awkward woman in search of big dreams and the courage to pursue them!
_*DISCLAIMER: Amazon Links included in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service via this link, I may receive a small commission (at no additional charge to you)!_
Working for Devin Stone at @LegalEagle was a dream job and an incredible learning opportunity as a video editor and motion graphic designer. Working behind the scenes of a successful Youtube channel gave me a unique perspective I was excited to share with other content creators when I branched out on my own. And in 2022, LegalEagle's endorsement of a video I made talking about that experience went VIRAL!
That video became a launch pad for growing my own Youtube channel, but viral success brought new insights and challenges that I wanted to share today. If you're an aspiring content creator on YouTube and struggling to grow and find an audience, I hope these lessons will help guide you on your own journey.
🥸 *BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER!*
_Get Access to Extra Perks!_
youtube.com/channel/UCcVlTg6iC7nX-Lxgh5r6LtQ/join
🚀 *BUY MY ADOBE AFTER EFFECTS TEMPLATES*
_Level up your production value with pre-made motion graphics!_
bluewavetemplates.com
✨ *PATREON*
patreon.com/AwkwardAnthems
🎬 MY GEAR
*CAMERA*
↳ _Sony Alpha 7 IV Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera (Body)_
amzn.to/3yETBor
*LENSES*
↳ _Sony - FE 24-105mm F4 G OSS Standard Zoom Lens_
amzn.to/3whfhpm
↳ _Sony FE 20mm F1.8 G Full-Frame Ultra-Wide Angle G Lens_
amzn.to/3Qqb0Hc
*CAMERA RIG + ACCESSORIES*
↳ _SmallRig Professional Camera Cage Kit for Sony A7 IV_
amzn.to/4biPWKx
↳ _SmallRig Cold Shoe Mount Adapter_
amzn.to/3xZgDWl
*RECORDING MONITOR + ACCESSORIES*
↳ _Atomos Ninja V 5" 4K HDMI Recording Monitor_
amzn.to/44AlyJt
↳ _Atomos AtomFlex Pro HDMI Coiled Cable_
amzn.to/3QsJ2uc
↳ _SmallRig Field Monitor Mount Holder_
amzn.to/3Umk0y2
*STORAGE*
↳ _Angelbird AtomX SSDmini 1 TB Drive_
amzn.to/44uUhbo
↳ _Sony CFexpress Type A Memory Card 80GB_
amzn.to/4drSYhj
↳ _Sony CFexpress Memory Card Reader_
amzn.to/44sNK0K
*BATTERIES*
↳ _Sony NPFZ100 Z-series Rechargeable Battery Pack_
amzn.to/4aeqmpi
↳ _Manfrotto Pro Cube Professional Twin Charger (Sony-Compatible)_
amzn.to/4bqWCXd
*LIGHTS*
↳ _LED Video Lighting Kit_
amzn.to/3UrbFJA
*AUDIO*
↳ _Rode GO II Dual Channel Wireless Microphone System_
amzn.to/3QwOThY
↳ _Rode VideoMic NTG Camera-Mounted Shotgun Mic_
amzn.to/3UJ3Sbo
*COMPUTER*
↳ _Apple 2021 MacBook Pro_
amzn.to/4dkoaPw
*SOFTWARE*
↳ _Adobe Creative Cloud Subscription [Premiere and After Effects]_
https://prf.hn/l/QLBxNP2
💬 *GET IN TOUCH!*
awkwardanthems@gmail.com
👍 *SOCIALS*
TikTok | tiktok.com/@awkwardanthems
Instagram | instagram.com/awkwardanthems
🎥 *CHAPTERS:*
00:00 | Intro & Fake Sponsor for Vanity Metrics(TM)
00:31 | How I Went Viral on YouTube
00:51 | Defining Success and the Role that Social Influence Plays
02:06 | The Consequence of Taking Big Swings!
02:25 | Reflecting on Why I Play Small
03:55 | The Importance of Understanding Your Core Audience
04:39 | Where's Waldo? Editing!
04:44 | Channel Growth & New Lessons Learned
05:10 | How I Got Stuck in YouTube Purgatory
05:47 | Responding to a Troll's Astute Observation
07:31 | Lesson #1: Pick a Lane
07:54 | The Metrics that REALLY Matter
08:05 | Why Going Viral with an Outlier is Bittersweet
08:56 | Lesson #2: Make Friends! Invest in Connections.
09:22 | Lesson #3: Know Who You're Serving. Deliver Consistently!
09:42 | Lesson #4: Skill Without Focus Gets You Nowhere!
10:44 | How to Win with the Algorithm
11:20 | Encouragement for Future You!
👀 *WATCH THIS NEXT:*
LegalEagle's Former Editor Speaks Out youtu.be/2NvgNHo7CzI
The SHOCKING Truth about Clickbait! youtu.be/wtXm3NxQqsM
A Day in the Life of a YouTube Video Editor: youtu.be/H4-CJxOx_ok
Script Delivery for Awkward People youtu.be/z05wevBVX6o
Welcome to Awkward Anthems: the channel that combines motion graphic design with deep dives into the exciting world of content creation! Come for the edutainment. Stay for the musings of a socially-awkward woman in search of big dreams and the courage to pursue them!
_*DISCLAIMER: Amazon Links included in this description are affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service via this link, I may receive a small commission (at no additional charge to you)!_
