One can only do so much with traditional ways of creating quality and engaging content for a fanbase or viewership. However, with the implementation of modern and technologically advanced methods of sharing your identity, new horizons have opened up for people looking to start an online career in content creation.
Personal computers have changed the game, and society relies on them more than they depend on themselves nowadays. That isn’t always a bad thing, though, as these hardware and software combinations make for reliable business investment. If you invest time and resources to learn more about these programs, your career will thank you for it.
Open Broadcaster Studio (OBS)
OBS is a software developed for streaming and capturing game footage, but it doesn’t have to be used for that purpose only. There are also multiple ways to learn how to screen record efficiently using the platform as tutorials and guides exist all over the internet. OBS is famous among popular streamers and big-name YouTubers like Pewdiepie, Markiplier, and Jacksepticeye.
OBS can also directly stream and upload to Twitch, Facebook, and DailyMotion, making it convenient to use it as your primary recording software. Updates are regularly pushed out every year, with improvements being made to navigation, settings, and even visual overlays.
Kazam
Kazam is software made for Linux-based systems and is relatively easy to use even for beginners. Unified features such as the ability to record part of a screen or an entire window are some of the things you can do here. Their newest version includes an option to record mouse and keyboard clicking, a nifty little feature for those who need it. Simultaneous audio capture from your microphone, speakers, and desktop is possible too.
Peek
We believe in encouraging more people from less-popular systems to explore the possibilities of an online career by introducing more programs such as Peek for Linux. There are only a handful of features, one being the ability to create screencasts of screen areas then convert them to GIF for import. Conversion of screen recording to WebM or MP4 is also possible with this software.
Apple’s Screen Recording
Apple also has a screen recording feature that was implemented on devices that have iOS 12 and above. The option to do this is a great way to create mobile content. It’s quite a specific feature that can record the whole screen but excludes audio from calls or facetime.
Android Screen Recording
Android devices from different brands also have their way of screen recording, and they include more features than their Apple counterparts, which makes choosing an Android phone for content creation the better choice. Gaming, video calls, and live shows can be recorded and live-streamed using third-party applications.
SnagIt
Software built for screen capture on Macintosh systems is SnagIt, and it is quite advanced compared to other built-in Mac tools. If you have the sole purpose of recording alone, then SnagIt is a good alternative for downloadable third-party applications. Audio can be captured while screen recording, which makes for great content for presentations.
XSplit
A direct competitor to OBS, XSplit is more for the professional market with more features and fine-tuning capabilities that allow for higher quality editing and post-production. The negative side to using this software is that some of the premium features are hidden behind a paywall, their subscription fee.
Takeaway
You don’t have to worry if you’re new to the industry because content creation is more comfortable now that companies have noticed the need for more recording programs. You shouldn’t limit yourself to mediocre options but look for ways to upgrade and elevate your content to benefit the people following your career.
