129 Video Hooks and Voice Over Ideas for Introverts

Video is a great way to show off your brand and personality and short videos are taking over social media right now.

Not all of us are comfortable being on camera and would prefer to work behind the scenes in our content. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t make videos!

You just need some ideas for videos you can make that can easily be made with a voice over.

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Any video idea can be a faceless voice over. You just need photos, video clips or access to stock photos / stock videos like ours here at Ivory mix

Ready to give it a try? Here are 129 video hook examples and ways you can create short videos, like Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and TikTok videos, but without being on camera and doing voice overs instead:

Do a voice over video explaining how you do what you do

Do a voice over video explaining how you do what you do, such as drawing an illustration or making something in Canva. This type of video shows off your skills in a fun way that can also teach others how to do something similar, all without being on camera. 

@the_ivorymix 😊 have fun with it #canvatemplateshop #canvatips #canvatutorial #canvatemplatedesigner #canvahack #stockphotographer ♬ Roxanne – Instrumental – Califa Azul

23 Informative Value Video Hooks

1. This free tool is a game changer!
2. You need this free tool for ___
3. (Product / Tool / Category) Tip #__
4. Get more (value prop) in your day
5. Here’s how to get (value prop):
6. How to get __ in just 10 minutes
7. How to make time for __
8. I know this sounds crazy but…
9. Let me introduce you to (product/tool/tip)
10. Let me show you my biggest life hack for __
11. Now you can get __ delivered to your door
12. Questions I get about (product/tool/tip)
13. Thinking about trying (product/tool/tip type)?
14. What’s in (product/tool/tip)?
15. Did you know that ___?
16. Follow this step-by-step process to successfully ___
17. Here are ___ tips to get rid of ___
18. Here’s a simple hack to help you do ___
19. Here’s how I achieved ___ in only _ months/years!
20. things you can do right now to improve ___
21. Try this one hack to get ___
22. You don’t want to miss this!
23. This is a reminder to do ___

Create a product review video, where you talk about a product or tool in detail and show it off.

This type of video is great if you are an affiliate for a product or service. You can also create this type of video to talk about something you use every day and love that might relate to your products and services

This is especially effective if your target audience uses the same products or services that you do or is thinking about learning how to do what you do.

How to do it:

Talk about what you like and don’t like about the product, why you chose to buy it, how it works, or how to use it.

Show the product in action, without having to be on camera, and include a mention or call to action to a link to where people can purchase it

 

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18 Product Review Video Hooks

1. How to find affordable (service/product/tool)
2. I can’t believe this only costs (price)
3. Is (product/tool/tip) worth it? Let’s see!
4. Need affordable (product/tool/tip type)? Watch this!
5. Save time and money on (task)
6. Save time and money with (product/tool/tip)
7. Why is a good (product/tool/tip ) so expensive and hard to find?
8. The BEST ___ I’ve ever used!
9. You need this product/tool/tip in your life!
10. (product/tool/tip) changed how I do (task), and I’m never going back
11. After hours of researching, I found the best (product/tool/tip type) for (task)
12. I found the best (product/tool/tip ) for (value prop)
13. My skin has never looked better with (product/tool/tip)
14. The best way to (accomplish the goal of the product/tool/tip)
15. The best way to find __ in 2022
16. The internet’s #1 (product/tool/tip/category type)
17. What makes (the product/tool/tip type) the best?
18. Why is (product/tool/tip) so good though?

Make a “how to” video that shows your audience how to use your product to solve a problem.

This type of video is great because it shows your audience that you’re an expert in what you do and that your products are easy to use.

For example, if you’re a blogger and sell an email list building course, show your audience how to build their own email list using your product.

How to do it:

Start by talking about a problem or pain point that your audience has, then show how using your product solves that problem.

If you’re feeling brave, end by showing them how much better their life will be after they do—or even better yet, give them some free samples so they can try before they buy!

https://youtu.be/j4K76SGc99g

Give an alternative view in a fun and approachable way.

Your audience is looking for an expert opinion. But they don’t want to be preached at.

Instead of telling them what to think, give your audience a different point of view on the same topic and let them decide which one they like better (or even why both are right).

How to do it: Start by talking about a popular opinion or belief that your audience has heard before. Then say something along the lines of “I’m not sure everyone agrees with this, but here’s what I think.”

@the_ivorymix 🤷‍♀️ it’s so hard to find blank planners so I just ignore dates 🤣 #adhdbusinessowner #adhdhumor #adhdplanners #adhdplanning #businessplanner #adhdproblems ♬ original sound – Kayla • Ivory Mix • Templates

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29 Alternative Opinion Video Hooks

1. (value prop) without the (negative side effect)
2. (Worse alternative) can be hard to deal with
3. Before you try (product/tool/tip type), watch this:
4. Dealing with (negative experience)? I used (product/tool/tip) to help
5. Don’t buy __ that won’t work. Instead, try this
6. Hate (the worse alternative)? Try this!
7. How to do __ without (worse alternative)
8. I don’t buy my (product/tool/tip ) from (worse alternative)
9. I kept (pain point), so I tried this instead!
10. I ONLY get my (product/tool/tip ) from (brand name)
11. I tried every (product/tool/tip ) so you don’t have to: here’s what I found
12. I wanted to stop doing __, so I tried this instead
13. If you (pain point) — you need to see this!
14. Instead of doing (worse alternative), try this:
15. Something that’s always bothered me about __
16. Still (the worse alternative to the product/tool/tip)? Watch this:
17. Stop doing (worse alternative). Try (product/tool/tip):
18. Thinking about (worse alternative)?
19. Why millennials are switching to (product/tool/tip)
20. Your new __ alternative
21. Everything you knew about ___ is __% WRONG!
22. Instead of buying this, buy this!
23. Is it just me, or ___
24. Other ___ are lying to you!
25. Red flags to look for in ___
26. This may be controversial but ___
27. Why does no one talk about this?
28. You need to stop doing this!
29. You will look at ___ differently by the end of this video!

Try a Q&A video where you answer questions from your audience and provide helpful tips.

This is one of the simplest ways to get your audience involved in your content creation, which will help you build a relationship with them.

Gather up all the common questions your audience frequently asks and answer them in a voice over video.

Do a product unboxing video, where you show off your latest purchase or item that you got for free

Product Unboxing Videos are a good way to show off your latest purchase or item that you got for free.

Show it off and talk about it in the video. Tell why you bought it and what you love or don’t love about it.

16 “Story” Video Hooks

1. Come with me to do ___
2. This is why your ___ isn’t working!
3. This one simple mistake could be costing you ___
4. “Put a finger down” (product/tool/tip ) edition
5. (product/tool) ASMR
6. (product/tool) unboxing
7. A day in the life of __
8. Before/After
9. Get ready with me to do (task)
10. Guys, it’s here…..
11. Let’s make __ with (product/tool/tip)
12. My friend said __. So I tried (product/tool/tip)
13. My __ went from this… to this… with (product/tool/tip)
14. POV: You tried (product/tool/tip)
15. Trying home remedies to __
16. What I ordered vs. what I got

Create a “day in the life” video where you show your audience what your day looks like on a typical day.

A “day in the life” video is where you show your audience what your day looks like on a typical day.

In this video, you could show them how you spend your time and what types of things are important to you. In this video, you want to be authentic and real with your audience. Let them know that you’re a real person.

For example:

• If you love to read, show them the books that you’ve been reading lately.
• If you’re a busy mom, show them what your day looks like on a typical day.
• If you’re an entrepreneur and travel around for work, show them what airports or hotels look like from where you live.

Make a video that shows your audience a fun activity you’re doing with friends or family.

This type of video is really relatable and gives your audience a look into your life. Not every video has to be promotional or about your products. Your audience will appreciate a video they can relate to and enjoy.

For example:

• If you’re traveling with friends, show them what the trip looks like.
• If you’re hanging out with your family, show them what your favorite part of the day is.

Remember, you can also start with one of our REEL prompts inside the Ivory Mix Membership, where we give you the prompt, caption, audio to use and example.

Create a “first impressions” video where you show off something new and get people excited about it.

You can use this video to showcase a new product or service.

The idea is that you’re giving people a first impression of something, so tell them what it is and why they should care about it.

Talk about what you like about the product, but also mention things that might be less than ideal. If there are other products in the same category as your new thing, give some information on how yours compares with them (or why they shouldn’t buy those products).

19 Helpful (Make Something Easier) Video Hooks

1. 3 reasons to buy (product/tool/tip)
2. 3 reasons to try (service)
3. 5 Ways (product/tool/tip) Helps (pain point)
4. Get (value prop) in 3 steps:
5. Here are 3 ways (worse alternative) affects your life:
6. (product/tool/tip) made (task) so much easier! You’ve got to try it
7. (Task) has never been easier than with (product/tool/tip)
8. Are you (accomplishing the goal optimally)?
9. Easiest way to do (task)?
10. Here’s my favorite product/tool/tip for (task)
11. How to easily (task)
12. Life Hack: Try (product/tool/tip) for (pain point)
13. Make your week easier
14. My favorite (product/tool/tip) to make (hard task) easier
15. My go-to (product/tool/tip) for (pain point)
16. So, I’ve been struggling with (task), but (product/tool/tip) has really helped
17. Struggling to do (task)?
18. When I use (product/tool/tip), it’s one less thing I have to worry about
19. Why adults avoid (task)…. (product/tool/tip) makes it easy

 

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Do a video where you show off your workspace and talk about what it’s like to work there.

Talk about the space you work in, the equipment you use (if any), and the people who work with you.

Talk about the pros and cons of that space, and how it has changed over time.

Create a “behind the scenes” video where you show people how your business works from top to bottom.

You can show the audience what goes on behind the scenes, like how your business works from top to bottom, what you do during your day and how it all comes together.

You can also give viewers a tour of your office! How does it look? What’s in there? Is there anything special that makes this place unique? What do people working at this place look like?

24 Other Video Hooks

1. __  mistakes you are probably making when you ___
2. ___ type of people stop scrolling!
3. Are you tired of ___? Try this!
4. Do you have problems with ___? Well I just found the perfect solution!
5. Don’t believe this ___ myth!
6. Don’t make this mistake when doing ___
7. Don’t scroll!
8. Here are _ signs that you should ___
9. Hey, (customer type), you’ve got to try this
10. Imagine if __ was also __
11. People looking for (product/tool/tip ), stop scrolling
12. Stop scrolling if you want to do ___
13. Take control of your __ with (product/tool/tip)
14. Wait, have you tried __?
15. Watch this if you __
16. What would you do if ___?
17. Are you one of (fact about product/tool/tip ) people who do __
18. Did you know? (fact about product/tool/tip )
19. I didn’t know __ could be related to __
20. I just found out (fact about product/tool/tip )
21. New customers get (discount)
22. PSA: (statement about product/tool/tip )
23. Take (discount) off when you try (product/tool/tip)
24. Why is it important to (do product/tool/tip-related task)?

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