Alright, so I had this crazy idea to try and become the next big NBA YouTuber from Hong Kong. Sounds wild, right? I mean, who does that? But I figured, why not? Let’s dive into how I actually tried to make this happen.
Step 1: Getting the Gear (and Figuring it Out)
First things first, I needed stuff to record with. I didn’t have any fancy equipment, just my old phone and a dusty microphone I found in a drawer. I spent a good few hours just messing around with them, trying to figure out how to get decent audio and video. Let me tell you, it was a lot of trial and error. Seriously, my first few recordings sounded like I was talking through a tin can while underwater.
Step 2: Watching (and Learning From) the Pros
Okay, so I knew I needed to up my game. I started watching tons of NBA YouTube videos – you know, the big channels. I paid close attention to how they edited, how they talked, their energy, everything. I basically became a student of YouTube, trying to soak up as much knowledge as I could. I even took notes! Like, actual pen-and-paper notes.
Step 3: My First (Embarrassing) Attempts
Armed with my newfound “knowledge,” I started making my own videos. Oh boy. They were… rough. My commentary was all over the place, the editing was choppy, and I was super awkward on camera. But, you gotta start somewhere, right? I cringed watching them back, but I also saw little sparks of potential. Or maybe I was just being delusional.
Step 4: Finding My “Thing”
I knew I couldn’t just copy the big channels. I needed something to make me stand out. Being from Hong Kong, I thought maybe I could bring a unique perspective. So I started focusing on how the NBA is viewed here, the local fan culture, that kind of stuff. I tried to inject some Hong Kong flavor into my videos, talking about the games from a local’s point of view.
Step 5: The Grind (and the Frustration)
This is where the real work began. I was spending hours recording, editing, and uploading videos. And for what? Like, 5 views? Mostly from my mom, I think. It was incredibly frustrating. I started doubting myself, wondering if this whole thing was just a dumb idea. There were definitely moments where I wanted to just give up.
- Made a video about local basketball.
- Tried to make my English better in the video.
- Share videos with some of my friends.
Step 6: Small Wins (and a Glimmer of Hope)
But then, slowly, things started to change. I got a few positive comments. A couple of people actually subscribed! It was a tiny, tiny victory, but it was enough to keep me going. I started experimenting with different video formats, topics, and editing styles. Some things worked, some things flopped, but I was learning with every video.
Step 7: Where I’m At Now
So, am I a famous NBA YouTuber yet? Nope. Not even close. But I’m still at it. I’m still learning, still grinding, still trying to find my voice and my audience. It’s a long, slow process, but I’m actually enjoying it (most of the time). I’ve learned a ton about video editing, about basketball, and about myself. Who knows, maybe one day I’ll actually “make it.” But even if I don’t, it’s been a pretty wild ride.
I try to make some video that related to my personal view, and then, that is it.
