BIZ KID: Jake Cook
BUSINESS: Jake’s Tutorials
AGE: 13
WEBSITE: www.jakestutorials.com
TWITTER: @jakestutorials
Making videos is what adults usually do as a living but kids are now starting the video production industry early. I met Jake’s mom, Sarah Cook, through twitter (@raisingCEOkids) when she interviewed me for a book she is working on. She introduced me to Jake and a few months ago, our families had a chance to meet in person and have dinner together. * Recently, Jake and his family took a business trip to the east coast. Guess where they toured? How cool would it be to have a Hershey’s bar that big!
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How long have you been making videos/how-to guides?
I started my business making videos at the end of August 2009.
How did you get the idea to start your business?
I really liked learning how to do things on the computer so I decided that I could share my knowledge and help other people around the world.
How long does it take to make a video?
It depends on what type of video. For a tutorial it takes around 1-3 hours from start to finish.
What editing software do you use?
I use iMovie. I recently got Final Cut so I will probably use that once I learn the program better.
Where do you find your information for your videos?
I find my information from places like Google, YouTube, and other sites online.
What is the coolest product you have reviewed?
I really enjoyed reviewing a product from Cyber Clean called “High Tech Cleaning Compound”.
How do you get the ideas for your videos?
A lot of the videos I make are requests from my viewers. They message me on my channel and ask me for help. Usually when I am asked for help, I make a video about so everyone can benefit. If there is just something that I find and want to make a video about, then I do that too.
How do you balance your business and school?
I have to put school first, but after that I am able to work on business related things.
Do you have plans to continue this after high school?
I am not sure yet, it depends how far I take the business and whether or not I want to continue with it.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Don’t be afraid to ask companies for items to review or to ask “big” business experts for their opinion on growing your business.
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