You Don’t Need Fancy Gear or Endless Takes, You Need a Plan That Works
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Enrollment Closes Sat. Sept. 12 @midnight
First Coaching Call Friday, September 18
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Group Coaching Sessions 11 am to noon ET
9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23
You keep putting video off. And who can blame you?
It feels awkward. It takes forever. You watch it back and cringe.
Meanwhile, the clients who can't find you are hiring someone else.
Let's change that.
If you've been putting off video because it feels awkward and takes too much time . . .
I get it, because I was you
People say I’m a natural on camera, but the truth is I’m not.
I was a shy awkward kid in high school. The one who avoided being the center of attention or on camera at all costs
So I wasn’t happy when I found myself behind one of the “island” bars serving drinks. But I learned that when talking to strangers is your job you get over yourself fast.
😱 And that’s what it was like for me with video too. I hated seeing and hearing myself on camera. And my videos showed it.
One day I signed up for a group training. I learned a few techniques that saved me time.
And eventually just like standing behind a bar being stared at by strangers, I just stopped thinking about it. And I can promise you that you will too.
Annette
How the Bootcamp works
Here's what a week looks like
→ Watch one module (on your schedule)
→ Record one video using something you just learned
→ Bring it to Friday's coaching session for feedback
→ Post it
That's it. Six weeks, six videos, and a process you can keep using after we're done.
Enrollment closes September 12 on purpose. That gives you a week inside the program before our first call on the 18th, so you show up with a video and questions, not a blank slate.
🔥Live Group Coaching: 6 Fridays with Annette
Fridays, 11 am to noon ET. September 18 through October 23.
This is the part that makes the difference. A course teaches you techniques. Coaching is where you find out what's actually working in YOUR videos.
Every Friday you can:
→ Get feedback on the video you made that week
→ Ask anything about recording, editing, or what to post
→ Watch me review other people's videos and steal what works
→ Get unstuck on CapCut, lighting, scripts, or whatever tripped you up
Live video reviews every session. Bring a video and I'll go through it with you on the call, what's working and what to change.
Can't make a Friday? Send me your questions ahead of time. I'll answer them on the call, and the recording will be waiting for you in The Video Lab.
Small group, on purpose. You get real attention, not a webinar with 200 people on mute.
🚀The Video Lab: Your Private Community
Coaching happens on Fridays. The Video Lab is open 24/7.
→ Post a video and get feedback before Friday
→ Ask a quick question instead of waiting for the next session
→ See what others are making and what I say about it
→ Direct access to me between sessions
🎁 Extras I add along the way, like the 30-Day Video Challenge: 30 prompts for one short video a day, no editing, no pressure to post, so you build the habit while you work through the 14-day BOCA practice from Module 1
Right inside your Kajabi login. No Facebook group, nothing extra to join.
Smarter, Faster, Fun Video Online Program: 5 Modules, Start Today
You get immediate access the moment you enroll, and you keep it for as long as the program exists, updates included. Watch on your schedule, then bring what you made to Friday.
Inside the training program:
- ✅ Module 1: Video Creator Mindset → Think like a creator and calm your nerves before you hit record
- ✅ Module 2: Record Smarter → Save time with short scripts, B-roll footage, and 3X one video technique.
- ✅ Module 3: CapCut Basics → Get started and polish your first video fast.
- ✅ Module 4: Edit Faster → Video styles, templates, and music. Plus: Picture-in-picture and text overlay techniques.
- ✅ Module 5: Stay Consistent → The C.O.R.E. system, batch recording, and generating ideas with AI.
- 🎦 Advanced Video Techniques
→ Side-by-Side Cloning Technique
→ Engaging with Text Animations
→ Peek inside X-Ray Technique
💡Resources
Recording + Editing Checklist, Content Calendar, Social Media Video Guides
This Is Perfect For You If You Are:
✅ Spending hours recording and editing and still not loving the end result enough to post it.
✅ Telling yourself you’ll start making videos “once you get better equipment,” (even though you know that’s not the real problem).
✅ Recording video but not happy with the results, and not sure what to fix.
You'll go from putting video off to a simple, repeatable process and six videos you're proud to share.
And maybe, for the first time, you'll even enjoy being on camera.
Enrollment closes Sat., Sept. 12 at midnight ET
First coaching call Friday, September 18
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Smarter, Faster, Fun Video Bootcamp Cohort $597
Smarter, Faster, Fun Video Bootcamp Cohort - 2X $325
What People Say About Working with Annette
Sara C. Timm, Bootcamp Grad
I honestly surprised myself by signing up for the Smarter, Faster, Fun Video Bootcamp because I never wanted to be on video. That was way outside my comfort zone.
What I love about Annette's course is that it makes the whole process feel doable. It doesn't expect you to be an expert. It gives you the tools, explains everything step by step, and makes you feel like you can actually do this.
One of my biggest takeaways has been that the magic isn't in the filming. It's in the editing. I recently made a sourdough bread video, and it was amazing to see how ordinary footage could turn into something I was proud of just by learning a few editing techniques.
Now I'm working on a project I'm really excited about, and for the first time I feel like I have all the tools I need to pull it off because of Annette's course. I'm still learning new tips as I go, but I can already see how much more confident I am than when I started.
I signed up thinking I'd learn how to make videos. What I didn't expect was to stop overthinking them. Now I just want to keep creating and see where it takes me.
Brenda Meller, Bootcamp Grad
I have been learning video tips from Annette for years and I was thrilled when I heard she was offering the "Smarter, Faster, Fun Video Bootcamp."
Now, if you follow me on LinkedIn, you know I'm pretty comfortable (and savvy) when it comes to video, but I knew I'd learn new techniques from Annette, to help me further elevate my messaging and video skills. And I was right!
I highly recommend enrolling in Annette's bootcamp or paying to work with her. If you, like me, have benefitted from all her free expertise over the years, imagine the value you'll get from paying to learn from her! You'll learn techniques from Annette and she'll provide you guidance and support along the way. Tell her Brenda sent you!
Not sure if this is for you? You might be thinking . . .
"I don't have time for this."
“I’ve tried video before and it just takes forever.”
“My videos never look or sound polished.”
“I can probably figure this out on my own.”
📌 QUICK NOTE: This is a hands-on program. You need to be ready to hit record. If you're brand new to video, that's fine. If you're not ready to try, this isn't the right fit.
FAQ
How much time does it take each week? About an hour for the module, 30 to 60 minutes to make your video, one hour on Friday. Two to three hours a week.
What if I can't make a Friday session? Every session is recorded and posted in The Video Lab. Send your questions in advance and I'll answer them on the call so you can watch later.
Do I need special equipment? No. Your phone and the free version of CapCut. If you have a computer, even better, but not required.
How long do I have access? The online program is yours for as long as it exists, including every update I add. The Video Lab and all coaching recordings stay open through November 8.
Is this the same as the live Bootcamp you ran before? It's built from it. I took three rounds of the live Bootcamp, edited every session into focused lessons, and added six weeks of coaching so you get feedback while you work through it. This is the version I wish I'd started with.
About Me
I’m a former magazine writer turned entrepreneur who went from camera shy to helping frustrated consultants, entrepreneurs, and teams feel more comfortable and confident on video.
As a business owner, I learned that sharing content on social media, particularly LinkedIn®️, was the best way to attract potential clients, referral partners, and colleagues to collaborate with.
When colleagues started asking me for help, I realized how much I enjoyed teaching others. And Black Dog Marketing Strategies was born.
I get that people are uncomfortable being on camera. They are afraid of being judged. I felt like that too.
Finally, I realized that nobody cared how I looked or sounded, their only interest was if my message was relevant to them.
I love teaching others that too.
Let's do this!