How to Use Director Mode on Snapchat

Snapchat is filled with loads of options to share your favorite moments. And now, the platform has introduced a new feature called Director Mode that brings more advanced features to the mix. It is especially helpful for those with a large following who want to experiment with curating fresher content.

Interestingly, the Director Mode doesn’t require a Snapchat Plus subscription and is available for all users. In this post, we will show you how to enable and use the Director Mode on Snapchat on your iPhone and Android phone.

How to Enable Director Mode on Snapchat

Before moving ahead, we advise installing the updated version of Snapchat on your iPhone or Android phone. This will help to avoid any hiccups while using the feature.

Step 1: Open Snapchat on your iPhone or Android phone.

Step 2: Tap the Camera at the bottom and then tap the Plus icon on the right side.

Step 3: Select Director Mode.

Once Director Mode is enabled, you will have an array of advanced features at your disposal. Let’s learn about some of the coolest ones.

Use Green Screen in Director Mode on Snapchat

The Green Screen feature on Snapchat can add an eye-catching backdrop to your videos, similar to what you may have seen on various social media portals. You can choose a background image from your phone and use it as the backdrop whilst recording a video. This can be helpful if you need to explain something or want to conceal a messy room (we’ve all been there!). Here’s how to use the Green Screen feature.

Step 1: In the Director Mode, tap on Green Screen.

Step 2: Tap the Plus icon to select an image as your background. You can also add a video for your background.

Step 3: Once added, press the Record icon to start recording your video.

Step 4: After the recording is complete, preview and publish it on your profile.

You can also choose to save your Green Screen video to your device. Just tap Save at the bottom-left corner.

You can tap the Plus icon at the bottom-right corner to record and publish multiple videos together on your profile, too.

Change Camera Layout Using Director Mode on Snapchat

You can also change the camera layout for your Snapchat videos or photos using Director Mode. To that end, you can use both your phone’s front and rear cameras to shoot from two perspectives simultaneously.

Just tap the Dual Camera icon in the Director Mode on Snapchat. You will see the option for three different layouts of Dual Camera that you can use.

Tap on the layout of your choice and start recording your video, or click a picture.

As always, you can preview and post your video/photo after you are satisfied.

Add Lenses Using Director Mode on Snapchat

Snapchat keeps introducing different lenses for its users that enable different effects. And now, you can use the Director Mode on Snapchat to unlock even more lenses for your profile. Here’s how.

Step 1: In the Director Mode, tap on Lenses.

Step 2: Select the category of lenses that you are looking for. Then tap the lens that you like to start using it.

You can now use the lens to record your videos.

Mark Lenses as Favorite Using Director Mode

You can also mark lenses as Favorites in your profile and access them quickly for future use. Here’s how.

Step 1: In the Director Mode, tap on Lenses.

Step 2: Long-press one of the lenses that you like and tap the heart icon to add the lens to your list of favorites.

You can repeat the same process to keep adding lenses as Favorites. Your lenses can be viewed using the Favorites tab.

Remove Lenses From Favorites

Step 1: In the Director Mode, tap on Lenses.

Step 2: Tap the Favorites tab in the top-left corner.

Step 3: Tap and hold the name of the lens you want to delete, then select Remove Lens.

Step 4: Tap on Remove again to confirm.

You can also refer to our post to learn more about unlocking the famed Butterfly Lens on Snapchat.

Increase Video Length Using Director Mode

You can increase the length of your Snapchat videos by up to three minutes using the Director Mode. Here’s how.

Step 1: Open Snapchat and switch to Director Mode.

Step 2: Tap the Timer icon on the right side.

Step 3: Use the slider below to increase your video length. Then tap on Set Timer.

Now will now be able to record videos for an extended duration and post the same to your profile.

Use Advanced Snapchat Features

The Director Mode gives you access to advanced features on Snapchat to bring unique content to your followers. You can also use the Heat Map on Snapchat to explore content creators around your area. But then, if you wish to stay hidden on the Heat Map, you can choose to enable the Ghost Mode on Snapchat, too. Do let us know your favorite Snapchat tips and tricks in the comments below.