Script or Improv?

Joined
Feb 2, 2013
Messages
9
Reaction score
5
For videos I have been advised to use a script so that I'm not constantly umming and ahhing, however I find that as long as I have a vague idea of what the vlog / sketch should be about I get along fine. Maybe I find it easier because I'm quite young and can edit out mistakes later. Which do you find easier?
 

Michael

I Love YTtalk
Joined
Aug 31, 2011
Messages
22,357
Reaction score
16,029
Channel Type
Youtuber
It depends on what I am doing but a lot of the time I just have notes that I print off so I remember to include everything that I wanted in the video. I find having notes at the very least ensures I include everything and if I do mess up I can check my notes and record a piece to edit into the video later, it also helps me stay on topic or if there's anything specific planned within the video. For vlogs though just a few points written down would work for many people.
 
  • Like
Reactions: PixelPosseKen

PixelPosseKen

Loving YTtalk
Joined
Jan 26, 2013
Messages
284
Reaction score
88
Location
Maryland, United States
Channel Type
Gamer
For the most part I do gaming videos with improvisations, but one series I do I use a organizer to keep track of what I say. I'd say an excellent compromise would be to make a list of things to talk about, or particular points you want to address and keep to that. That way if anything spur of the moment comes up you'll still have enough flexibility to use it. The goal is to create content that's natural and not forced, but also refined and not sloppy.
 
  • Like
Reactions: Michael

Itskamren

JEANYUSS
Joined
Aug 27, 2012
Messages
2,895
Reaction score
740
Location
North America
Channel Type
Comedian
scripted always has a better general output only thing that wouldnt really require scripts is vlogging i do sketches so i script everything you have to be very talented to pull off a sketch from improv alone
 
Joined
Feb 2, 2013
Messages
9
Reaction score
5
It depends on what I am doing but a lot of the time I just have notes that I print off so I remember to include everything that I wanted in the video. I find having notes at the very least ensures I include everything and if I do mess up I can check my notes and record a piece to edit into the video later, it also helps me stay on topic or if there's anything specific planned within the video. For vlogs though just a few points written down would work for many people.
There are times where I forget a certain thing I wanted to talk about, so making a list seems like a good idea. Thanks!

scripted always has a better general output only thing that wouldnt really require scripts is vlogging i do sketches so i script everything you have to be very talented to pull off a sketch from improv alone
I agree with the sketch improv, as doing immediate improv in drama alone is quite a challenge, and that's not even with a camera!

For the most part I do gaming videos with improvisations, but one series I do I use a organizer to keep track of what I say. I'd say an excellent compromise would be to make a list of things to talk about, or particular points you want to address and keep to that. That way if anything spur of the moment comes up you'll still have enough flexibility to use it. The goal is to create content that's natural and not forced, but also refined and not sloppy.
Forced content tends to make the entire video less fun, so writing down a list that can freely be used would be a great compromise.

Not completely scripted just jot down a few keywords before hand :p
That way it doesn't seem like such a strain :D
 

Itskamren

JEANYUSS
Joined
Aug 27, 2012
Messages
2,895
Reaction score
740
Location
North America
Channel Type
Comedian
I agree with the sketch improv, as doing immediate improv in drama alone is quite a challenge, and that's not even with a camera!
yeah im part of the improv crew in my drama club so believe me its tough ive learned first hand the auditions for it were brutal lol
 

Carl Hinton

Loving The Gameplay
Joined
Jan 16, 2013
Messages
916
Reaction score
297
Age
47
Location
York, UK
Channel Type
Gamer
Have to agree with Shane. I don't use a script at all except for pre recorded special intros or segments, but I can definitely see the wisdom in doing some prep with a comedy channel. Just try both ideas and see what works for you.

Just remember to have fun :)