{"id":2338,"date":"2021-07-06T08:25:15","date_gmt":"2021-07-06T08:25:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/?p=2338"},"modified":"2024-01-10T13:20:20","modified_gmt":"2024-01-10T13:20:20","slug":"how-to-make-an-igtv-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/how-to-make-an-igtv-video\/","title":{"rendered":"The Essential Guide to Making IGTV Videos"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Instagram has several features creators can use to grow their following and promote their brand. IGTV is a great way to do all that. In this post, you&#8217;ll learn what IGTV is, why you should use IGTV in your video marketing strategy and how to make IGTV videos. we will also teach you how to upload them to IGTV and what you can do to perfect marketing them.<\/p>\n<h2>What is IGTV exactly?<\/h2>\n<p>Launched in June 2018, IGTV video is Instagram\u2019s in-app answer to YouTube, where any user can create a channel and share videos from one minute up to an hour long. IGTV videos are displayed in a separate tab on a user\u2019s profile, just like\u00a0<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/instagram-reels\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Instagram Reels<\/a>. However, these mobile-optimized videos are generally longer format than Posts or Reels and tend to be serial or episodic, such as travel vlogs or how-to videos.<\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-0\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CFKXMvABNWN\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=13&amp;wp=675&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fnew-blog.artlist.io&amp;rp=%2Fblog%2Fhow-to-make-an-igtv-video%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A1531.2000000178814%2C%22ls%22%3A797.8000000119209%2C%22le%22%3A798.7000000178814%7D\" height=\"1202\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-0\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also a great place to post your Instagram Live videos for those who missed it.<\/p>\n<p><iframe id=\"instagram-embed-1\" class=\"instagram-media instagram-media-rendered\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CP6CKtqFnbF\/embed\/captioned\/?cr=1&amp;v=13&amp;wp=675&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fnew-blog.artlist.io&amp;rp=%2Fblog%2Fhow-to-make-an-igtv-video%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A1534.2000000178814%2C%22ls%22%3A797.8000000119209%2C%22le%22%3A798.7000000178814%7D\" height=\"986\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-instgrm-payload-id=\"instagram-media-payload-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>How to market IGTV videos<\/h2>\n<p>The great thing about Instagram is its connectivity. You have multiple ways to cross-promote your content since Facebook owns Instagram and has made it seamless to post from one to the other.<\/p>\n<p>Even promoting your IGTV videos from within Instagram is easy. Content creators often use Stories to alert followers of a new IGTV video or series launch. Reels could be used the same way, as sort of a trailer or commercial to promote your IGTV video. The point is that\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/why-and-how-to-produce-a-tailor-made-social-media-video-for-each-channel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">social media videos<\/a>\u00a0should be cross-promoted on all your channels, and IGTV video is no exception.<\/p>\n<p>Do not expect your followers to see everything you post. Instead, make sure to alert them in multiple ways with creativity. For example, use Stories to get feedback on your IGTV videos by asking questions, doing polls and inviting followers to comment. You could even use <a href=\"https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/how-to-go-live-in-instagram\/\">Instagram Live<\/a> to do a Q&amp;A about your latest IGTV video.<\/p>\n<p>You should also consider cross-promotion with other users and channels. For example, many popular Instagrammers work hard to be featured on bigger profiles. Reach out both through direct messaging and to relevant corporate email addresses. Use LinkedIn to search for social media managers and marketing people who might be interested in your content, especially if it features their products or aligns with their key messages. Keep your correspondence brief and professional and include impressive stats and demographics, as well as links to content you think could be featured on their channels.<\/p>\n<p>Effectively use hashtags by researching trending tags or simply seeing what works for similar Instrammers (yes, your competition!).<\/p>\n<p>Already have a bunch of YouTube videos? Find out how to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/how-to-post-youtube-videos-on-instagram\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">share YouTube videos on Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>How to upload IGTV videos via the mobile app<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Open the Instagram app and tap on the \u2018plus sign (+)\u2019 in the top right corner of your profile page. Select the \u2018IGTV Video\u2019 option.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2342 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d07eb6e1ed2a722ca1ee9c8893e9bba169b2c8cd.jpg\" alt=\"step 1 in uploading video to igtv\" width=\"188\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d07eb6e1ed2a722ca1ee9c8893e9bba169b2c8cd.jpg 188w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d07eb6e1ed2a722ca1ee9c8893e9bba169b2c8cd-146x300.jpg 146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 188px) 100vw, 188px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Select the video you want to upload to IGTV. When the video is displayed, hit the \u2018Next\u2019 button.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Scroll through the video timeline to select a cover image or upload one by tapping \u2018Add from Camera Roll\u2019 (iPhone) or \u2018Add from Gallery\u2019 (Android). Then tap \u2018Next.\u2019<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2343 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/c644c923b8ef4e3843db18b7dbfa9ca226ec480a.jpg\" alt=\"194\" width=\"194\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/c644c923b8ef4e3843db18b7dbfa9ca226ec480a.jpg 194w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/c644c923b8ef4e3843db18b7dbfa9ca226ec480a-146x300.jpg 146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 194px) 100vw, 194px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Add title and description. Preview the post of your video to the Instagram feed. You can add the video to a series, edit the profile cover and make the video visible on Facebook. Advanced settings include adding a paid partnership level and auto-generating captions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: Next, tap the \u2018Post to IGTV\u2019 button.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2344 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/94de4c1dd419c22d1ef311b4c061d0589490f4ff.jpg\" alt=\"193\" width=\"193\" height=\"397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/94de4c1dd419c22d1ef311b4c061d0589490f4ff.jpg 193w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/94de4c1dd419c22d1ef311b4c061d0589490f4ff-146x300.jpg 146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 193px) 100vw, 193px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>How to upload IGTV videos from a desktop<\/h2>\n<p>Instagram requires that you have uploaded one IGTV video via the app before you can do it from a desktop. Pay attention to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/how-to-upload-the-best-quality-instagram-videos\/\">Instagram video format<\/a>\u00a0requirements for the best quality upload.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Navigate to the IGTV tab on your profile page. Click \u2018Upload.\u2019 Your IGTV video length must be between 1 and 60 minutes. IGTV dimensions can be landscape or portrait, and the IGTV video size must be less than 3.6 GB.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2346 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d68f44412925b7ccd5639a2086acef9aee8f7a31.png\" alt=\"344\" width=\"344\" height=\"303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d68f44412925b7ccd5639a2086acef9aee8f7a31.png 344w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d68f44412925b7ccd5639a2086acef9aee8f7a31-300x264.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 344px) 100vw, 344px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Click the plus sign to upload your IGTV video.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Type a title and description.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Upload the cover, which must be a JPG or PNG file. The minimum recommended IGTV thumbnail size is 492 x 762 pixels.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: Choose whether or not you want a preview and auto-generated captions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6<\/strong>: Click \u2018Save Draft\u2019 or \u2018Post.\u2019<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2347 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/a4e5394dba2e19d635ed538dc0f1037ee946bdb0.png\" alt=\"how to post igtv video from desktop\" width=\"339\" height=\"283\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/a4e5394dba2e19d635ed538dc0f1037ee946bdb0.png 339w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/a4e5394dba2e19d635ed538dc0f1037ee946bdb0-300x250.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 339px) 100vw, 339px\" \/><\/p>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"183\" class=\"elementor elementor-183\" 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For example, is it a how-to series featuring some DIY projects you\u2019ve mastered? Are you a comedian with a recurring character? Or a musician who posts behind-the-scenes videos from rehearsals, music video shoots or performances? Are you a host who interviews interesting characters? Any and all of these are great themes for an IGTV series.<\/p>\n<p>Pay attention to the branding you use for each video in your series. Hire a designer to create a logo (something that looks good on mobile), come up with a catchy title, and be consistent. You\u2019ll find a formula that works, but don\u2019t underestimate what trial and error does for research purposes.<\/p>\n<p>And now to the actual steps of creating a video within an IGTV series:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: To add your video to a series, you\u2019ll need to create one first. Tap \u2018New Series,\u2019 enter a series name, then tap \u2018Create.\u2019 To finish, tap \u2018Done\u2019 in the top right.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2348 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/055d5f44f96861403d410c251d5d699076b2adbd.jpg\" alt=\"create new igtv series\" width=\"191\" height=\"393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/055d5f44f96861403d410c251d5d699076b2adbd.jpg 191w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/055d5f44f96861403d410c251d5d699076b2adbd-146x300.jpg 146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: If you want to show a preview of your video in Feed and on your profile, tap \u2018Post a preview.\u2019 Previews will automatically be the first 15 seconds of your video.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Tap \u2018Edit Preview\u2019 to adjust your preview (you only have this option if your video is vertical 9:16. If your video is 16:9 or landscape, it will show in full.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2349 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d8ba34483943af07a10de991879f910129a76173.jpg\" alt=\"add igtv series name and preview\" width=\"191\" height=\"393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d8ba34483943af07a10de991879f910129a76173.jpg 191w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/d8ba34483943af07a10de991879f910129a76173-146x300.jpg 146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Tap \u2018Save\u2019 in the top right.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5<\/strong>: Next, tap the \u2018Post to IGTV\u2019 button. And voila! Your first IGTV video is uploaded, and you now have a series channel.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2350 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2fe64a1e2bb5c8f3c8ef3b280c911d9617f33fa1.jpg\" alt=\"191\" width=\"191\" height=\"393\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2fe64a1e2bb5c8f3c8ef3b280c911d9617f33fa1.jpg 191w, https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/2fe64a1e2bb5c8f3c8ef3b280c911d9617f33fa1-146x300.jpg 146w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 191px) 100vw, 191px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>In conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>IGTV is a useful tool for content creators to promote their videos and brands. Now you know how to use IGTV to grow your audience and how to post on IGTV. Remember to use IGTV to post videos that truly warrant a longer run time (from 1 minute to 60). 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