YouTube Video Essay Consulting
Overview
Video essays are a language. They have a logic and history. After doing this for nearly ten years, I am one of few people who intimately understands this niche corner of the internet. If you’re serious about creating video essays or online content as a full-time job, I will tell you how to do it and how to do it well. I’m passionate about helping emerging creative voices. Whether you’re an experienced creator or a newcomer, I offer nearly a decade of expertise to help build your audience and creative voice. This includes:
Imparting my personal philosophy on the video essay approach
Research tips and suggestions for your interests based on my work as a published researcher in sociology and as a research assistant on multiple teams.
Strategies for growth and branding on YouTube based on my 9 years of experience as a large creator.
Specific feedback on writing for video essays including organization, flow, tone, clarity, and other aspects based on your specific goals.
Tips on how to improve editing, production, and style personalized to your budget constraints.
Tips on how to improve presentation/speaking/narration based on my experience as a paid public speaker.
…and more!
Regular Consulting - $400 per month
Weekly 1 hour calls tailored to your goals, building towards an ongoing project
Weekly post-meeting written briefs with detailed versions of my feedback and further strategies for achieving your goals.
One-Time Meetings - $125 per meeting
A single 1 hour session where I can provide my expertise based on a specific goal
A written brief based on our meeting with detailed versions of my feedback and further strategies for achieving your goals
For availability, contact me at alex@itsall.gay with the subject “One Time Consulting”
Client Testimonials
“Alex is an incredible teacher. He gave me exactly what I needed to get better at making video essays for an incredible price. I would (and will) use pay for this service again. Don’t hesitate if you think it might be worthwhile!”
“I’m very grateful for my experience working with Alex! Making YouTube videos has been a goal of mine for years but actually getting started felt like such an intimidating task to tackle. I was pretty nervous going into this experience but Alex provided a comfortable and nonjudgmental space for me to find my creative voice and vision for the channel. All of my questions were answered thoughtfully and his critiques of my work were extremely detailed and helpful. I appreciated the structure of the meetings and felt that our time was always used to the fullest. If I was ever struggling with a task or needed extra time or clarification Alex was very understanding and flexible which was truly appreciated. Going forward I feel very confident knowing I’ve attained incredibly valuable tools and knowledge to begin my YouTube journey. If you’re looking to begin a YouTube channel, this service is truly an excellent start!”
“You can't put a price on the level and depth of experience that Alex comes to his consultations with! I have gained so much valuable information and am left so much clearer on what I want to create and how I want to go about it thanks to Alex's great insights and advice. Highly recommend!'‘