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TikTok Video Planning: Storyboard & Setup Checklist
The step-by-step creator checklist for planning, lighting, shooting, and editing professional TikTok videos.
High-quality production value does not require expensive gear. Our video planning checklist helps you optimize your lighting, sound, and storyboards using standard home setups.
Key Takeaway
Plan your shoots by keeping your lighting bright, prioritizing clear audio, and creating simple storyboards before recording.
The Quick Shooting Setup Checklist
Complete these five quick checks before pressing record:
- 1. Lighting: Stand facing a bright window or use a soft ring light.
- 2. Audio: Clean your microphone lens and minimize background noise.
- 3. Camera Angle: Shoot vertically in 1080p at 30 or 60 frames per second.
- 4. Framing: Keep your eyes positioned in the top third of the frame.
- 5. Lens Clean: Wipe your phone lens to prevent blurry or smudged video.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camera settings are best for TikTok?
Always shoot vertically in 1080p at 60fps on your phone’s default camera app, then import into your editing software.
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