Generate a comprehensive production checklist tailored to your video type and length.
Bad audio. Viewers will tolerate average video quality but leave immediately if audio is poor. Invest in a decent microphone before upgrading your camera.
A rough rule is 3-5x the video length for beginners (a 10-minute video = 30-50 minutes editing). With practice and templates, this drops to 1-2x. Batch editing similar videos speeds up the process significantly.
Only if you're very early in your creator journey and need the structure. Most experienced creators use bullet-point outlines and speak naturally. Full scripts often sound stilted and reduce authenticity.