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How Can I Create an Au Pair Video to Impress Host Families?

To create a standout Au Pair introduction video that attracts Host Families:

Keep it short (2–3 minutes) and natural.
Speak clearly in English or the language you want to work in.
Introduce yourself: share your name, hobbies, childcare experience, and your motivation for becoming an Au Pair.
Film in a well-lit, quiet space.
Most importantly, be yourself—Host Families want to see your real personality!

A well-made video will help you stand out and increase your chances of finding the right Host Family.

Read our useful tips for recording a successful video!

A well-made Au Pair introduction video is a valuable addition to your Au Pair profile and can significantly increase the number of messages you receive, sometimes even more than photos or your written profile. It gives families the opportunity to see your personality, hear you speak, and get a more authentic impression of who you are.

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What To Include In Your Au Pair Introduction Video

Your video should come across as friendly, natural, and positive. Here are a few tips and ideas you can talk about in your video:

Plan in advance what you would like to say

Think about what you want to say, then outline your main points. Having a simple script will help you stay organised, but try not to read from paper.

Language

You can choose to talk in the language of your preferred host country you would like to work with or in English.

Present yourself briefly

Try not to repeat all the details from your profile, as most people watching the video have probably gone through the profile as well. Make a brief intro about you and share:

your name,
your age,
where you are from,
your current occupation (studying, working, etc.),
what you like, your hobbies and, most importantly,
why you decided to take part in the program.

Share your childcare or tutoring experience

Host Families really care about your experience in childcare, so make sure you talk openly about it. Mention any experience you have had with childcare, such as babysitting, spending time with younger siblings or cousins, volunteering at school or in youth groups, or providing any tutoring or mentoring. You can also mention other jobs you have had and what you have learned from them, for example communication skills, teamwork, responsibility, or problem-solving.

If possible, mention the ages of the children you worked with and what types of tasks you handled.

Virtual childcare or tutor

If you are applying as a tutor or for virtual childcare, describe your teaching methods and skills, the activities you would prepare and how you would engage with children online.

Explain your motivation

Tell families why you want to become an Au Pair, for example:

learning a new language or improving a languag
experiencing a new culture
working with children
personal growth and independence

Keep the video short and natural

Speak in a relaxed and friendly way and try not to just read your speech. The video should not be too long, 2-3 minutes is enough to give a good first impression to the families. Focus on the most important points, smile and just be yourself.

Optional: Introduce Include your family and friends

Let your friends and family say something about you to make the video more interactive. The third party opinion adds a special value.

Filming Tips

Use landscape mode and natural light

Record your video in landscape (horizontal) mode, as this format looks more professional and works best on most screens. Choose an area with enough light, natural light is best, by filming near a window or outside on a bright day. Good lighting will make your face look clearer, improve the quality of your video, and help Host Families to get a warm first impression of you. Avoid filming in dark rooms or with strong backlighting, as this can make the video appear grainy or shadowed.

Choose a clean and quiet background

You should avoid filming in a cluttered room with a lot of background noise. A simple background looks more professional and also makes a better impression on the families.

Speak slowly and clearly

Since many Host Families are non-native speakers, it is important to express yourself clearly. A good idea would be to rehearse what you want to say, as reading can worsen the quality of the video.

Dress appropriately

Choose casual but neat clothes. There's no need to look formal; just clean and friendly. Choose appropriate makeup as well.

Ask somebody to help you with the filming

Videos look better when they are filmed by someone else, but a tripod will also do. If you feel more comfortable recording the video yourself, you can also solely ask someone to help you at the beginning to get the right frame.

Be confident and natural

Face the camera and make sure to be the only person in the video. Bear all the tips in mind, but remember to be confident and natural! Show your true personality so that you will be remembered. Smile, relax and be yourself, families want authenticity, not perfection.

Don’t be afraid to be creative

You can also include pictures, short video clips, or a montage with music background.

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Do’s and Don’ts for your Au Pair Video

Do’s

Look friendly and approachable
Share about childcare experience, skills, and hobbies
Good lighting
Show your personality

Don’ts

Dressed provocatively
Share contact details
Messy backgrounds and background noise
Only reading from the paper
If you include pictures or video clips, avoid party photos or nightclub clips

How to Edit Your Au Pair Video

Nowadays, there are plenty of apps and softwares that can skyrock any visual material. From simple to professional, from desktop to cloud base options - you can find any editor of your taste.

Easy editing apps

CapCut
InShot
Canva
iMovie (iPhone)

Check out the list of simple and free video editors you can use.

Keep editing simple

Avoid adding heavy filters, extreme (or too many) transitions,or too much/loud music to your video. Videos that are clear and natural always make a better impression.

How to Upload Your Video to YouTube

You need to upload the video on YouTube and share the URL at AuPair.com so users can watch it! Read the detailed instructions on how you can upload the video on YouTube from different devices. If you, for example, want to upload it from the YouTube app on your phone, here is how it works:

Open the YouTube App
Click Upload > Video
Select your video and tap NEXT
Select 'Unlisted' if you only want AuPair.com users to be able to see it.
Copy the link and paste it into your AuPair.com profile.

FAQ: Au Pair Video Tips

How long should my Introduction video be?

Not longer than 2-3 minutes.

Should I speak English in my video?

Yes, you can speak English so most families will definitely understand. You can also choose to do the video in the language of your desired host country.

What do Host Families want to see?

Your personality, communication skills, childcare experience, and motivation for the Au Pair stay.

Do I need to share my childcare experience?

Yes! This is an important aspect for families and even small experiences (siblings, cousins, volunteering) matter.

Can I include music in my video?

Yes, you can, but make sure you keep it soft so that families can still hear you clearly. Also, avoid using any copyrighted tracks.

If you want to know more about the Au Pair experience, check out our Au Pair Wiki.

How to avoid scammers?

If you are contacted by someone who seems to be unreliable, pay attention to the following:

If there is an email address in the profile picture.
You have been asked to make a transfer through MoneyGram, Western Union, or to set up some deposit account.
You have been contacted by some agency or a lawyer. They might have sent you a visa application or sample contract.
Someone advises you to pay rent for a flat.
The Au Pair just asked you to pay for the flight ticket. Although some Au Pairs expect Host Families to help them with travel costs, there are certain rules of cost refund.
The Host Family contacts you on Facebook.

These are some of the most popular scam situations. If you encounter any of these before our administrators, or if you ever feel uneasy, please get in touch with us so we can take measures against scammers. Learn more about Au Pair scam schemes that might happen.

How can I contact a Host Family?: You need to visit the Host Family’s profile and drop a message there. If the family is a Premium Member, they will be able to read your message and answer it in no time. You can also add a Host Family to your hotlist. The families will immediately get notified that you are interested! Please find more information here.

Can you help me with the paperwork and the placement process?: Unfortunately, we can’t help you with it. We are an online matching agency, thus we can’t interfere in your searching or placing process. We are happy to provide you with all our searching and matching tools and the information about the Au Pair experience. As our platform is available worldwide, we are unable to take care of all the applications we get daily. Feel free to use our service to visit your dream destination and find a great Host Family. We will be also glad to get your feedback! If you have any ideas or comments, get in touch with us.

How can I contact an Au Pair?: You need to visit the Au Pair’s profile and drop a message there. You can also add an Au Pair to your hotlist. In both cases, the Au Pair will get notifications from you instantly. If you have a basic account, you can send standard invitations to Au Pairs. The Premium Membership allows personalized messages as well. Please get more information here.