Struggling to come up with new video content for Instagram Reels, TikTok, or YouTube Shorts?
You don’t always need to script, speak, or stress over production.
Sometimes, all you need is a little B-roll.
B-roll is the behind-the-scenes footage that shows your real life — and it’s one of the easiest ways to build connection and trust with your audience.
Here are 20 simple, authentic B-roll ideas you can shoot today with just your phone:
🧠 Everyday Work Life
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Working at Your Desk – Typing, organizing, or deep in thought
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Creative Brainstorming – Jotting ideas, sketching, or whiteboarding
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Editing Content – Show your screen while editing posts, photos, or video
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Planning Your Week – Highlight your calendar, journal, or to-do list
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Home Office Setup – Showcase your workspace aesthetics
👨👩👧👦 Real Life Moments
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Playing with Your Kids – Show your balance between business and family
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Pet Interactions – Quick clips of cuddles, fetch, or funny pet moments
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Making a Meal – Cook something simple and film the process
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Coffee or Tea Break – Slow moments that feel relatable
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Relaxation or Meditation – Show that mental health matters too
💪 Lifestyle & Health
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Morning Routine – Getting ready, reading, or making coffee
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Workout Session – A few seconds of your gym or home fitness
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Nature Walk – Record a peaceful outdoor moment
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Travel for Work – Packing a bag, riding in a car, or arriving at a hotel
💼 Business Behind-the-Scenes
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Team Meeting – Even a short clip of a Zoom call or in-person chat
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Customer Interaction – Serving a client, fulfilling an order, etc.
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Unboxing New Supplies – Highlight new tools or gear for your biz
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Shopping for Supplies – Visiting a store to pick up business essentials
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Artistic Creation – Filming yourself painting, crafting, or designing
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Reading & Research – Skimming articles or flipping through a book
📲 Pro Tip:
Upload these short clips into SocialPost.ai, pair them with auto-generated captions and trending audio, and schedule them in one click. It's never been easier to stay visible without being on camera every day.
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