Hello everyone! I'm one of the videographers at JetPens.
Today I'll be taking you through a full workday as I work from home.
First I plan out my tasks in a JetPens Kanso Noto. Here's how I set it up.
These are the items I reach for most when working.
In fresh notebooks, sometimes I make a pen swatching page in the back.
It's fun to see how all your pens and inks look on different papers.
I use the Zebra Vintage Sarasas for both daily writing and crafting.
The colors are subdued and work for many projects and occasions!
This gray Iconic 2Way marker is my favorite for drawing layouts.
In planner layouts, gray is more subtle than black
so it lets your other inks stand out on the page.
I'm trying out a different planning style.
Each day will be a two-page spread. The left side will have a schedule.
On the right side of the spread, I'll jot down notes and tasks.
I'll dedicate each quadrant for a different category.
To add some cuteness, let's stick on some Mark's Planner washi tape.
The tape is perforated, so it tears neatly.
I like to use it for creating date headers.
Oh, it's like a gift tag!
The tape is also writable, so you can use any water-based pen on it!
Creating an hourly schedule to better visualize time.
Do you guys like to plan your schedule this way?
I read about this time blocking method on Cal Newport's blog.
First you plan out your day in chunks of time.
If you get derailed from your original schedule,
you write a revised plan in the next column.
I made 3 columns just in case.
I blocked out today's team meeting first because it's important.
Now I am going to roughly estimate the time needed for my video tasks.
Planning this way helps me better see the time needed for certain tasks.
It gives me a more realistic idea of my workflow.
Now I'll fill out the four sections with Work, Personal, Idea, and Reflect.
I usually write down random thoughts here, so I can revisit them later.
It prevents distractions as I work because I'm not switching tasks as often.
Later I will reflect on my workday here.
It's show time!
I like to edit voiceover first to give me a better idea of how the video feels.
I usually edit sound with headphones on. Then I might use speakers later.
A mug of tea always accompanies my workspace.
Unintentional blue switch keyboard ASMR...
Picking the best takes and cleaning up the sound.
Editing audio took longer this time, so I'll make a note of it.
Now, I'm working on the motion graphics.
This video is about gift wrap, so I went with a cute banner for the numbers.
I used to think ideas came pretty slowly to me.
But writing random stuff down actually helps me generate more!
Sometimes I roughly sketch out ideas to help me see a better solution.
Here, I drew a few versions of the title before I animate it.
I went with this one because it matches the small banner from earlier.
My chamomile tea is all gone. Perfect time to take a lunch break.
A book or podcast is a wonderful lunchtime companion.
Today's menu: simmered tofu and root vegetables
with a side of sesame nori broccoli.
This book has interesting stories about street redesigns in New York City.
The before & after photos show how they made the streets safer for people.
Tidying up before working.
I keep lotion nearby because my hands get dry in the winter.
Moisturizing is my post-lunch ritual.
Getting some work done before the meeting.
Final sound check through my computer speakers.
Do you recognize this voice?
Meeting time!
I'll finish editing later.
I edited some more after the meeting, so I'm done for the day!
Let's review the to-do list to see what to work on tomorrow.
I accidentally smudged the gel pen in this section.
I'll clean it up with the Pentel Petit-Corre correction tape.
Today was pretty productive, but some tasks took longer than usual.
I'll keep that in mind when planning for tomorrow.
What does your planner setup look like?
How you do like to schedule your tasks for the day?
I love learning about other people's productivity systems!
Let's rest up for another productive day tomorrow.
See you next time!