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By Gabe Moronta<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In today\u2019s competitive media landscape, video content is king<\/a>. People are more likely to watch a video than read an article or listen to a podcast, and social media has made publishing videos online easier than ever.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating quality video content is a great way to connect with audiences, boost brand awareness, and share important messages<\/strong> in a digestible way. That said, creating engaging videos isn\u2019t always easy. That\u2019s why we put together this list of eight tips for creating engaging videos your audience will want to watch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Know Your Audience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you want your audience to engage with your videos, get to know them first. Meticulous audience research helps creators understand the topics their viewers are interested in and which types of content they engage with most. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Google Analytics<\/a> and YouTube Analytics<\/a> offer insights into user demographics, views, and common traffic sources for video content. As you begin publishing videos, these tools can help inform your video strategy and determine which types of videos resonate best with your audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example, videos with higher views and watch times let you know which topics your audience engages with most. By analyzing common traffic sources, you can determine where your viewers spend the most time online and find the best channels to promote your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Tell a Story<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

People are more likely to engage with videos that tell a story. When planning your video, think about how you can structure your message as a story and add personal touches. For example, a product demo for a cybersecurity application could include the story of a real customer who used it successfully.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, your story should still be concise. People have short attention spans, and videos that are 2-4 minutes long generally perform the best<\/strong>. Once videos go past the four-minute mark<\/a>, engagement starts to drop. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have an idea for a video but aren\u2019t sure how to structure it, an AI video generator<\/a> can help get your project across the finish line. Our video generator turns your story idea into a complete video using public stock footage or footage from your personal library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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