How to Make a Faceless YouTube Channel Using ChatGPT & Canva (tutorial)

Ben Mellor's Guide to Creating a YouTube Automation Channel with AI Tools

Welcome to How to AI, where we explore the world of YouTube automation channels and how artificial intelligence can make the process easier and more efficient. I'm Ben Mellor, and in today's video, I'll walk you through the steps of creating your own YouTube automation channel using nothing but AI tools, your creativity, and the will to succeed. Before we dive in, don't forget to hit that subscribe button and give this video a like. We truly appreciate the support from all of you.

Step 1: Choose a Niche for Your Channel

The first thing you need to do is decide on a niche for your YouTube channel. This means determining what your videos will be all about. When selecting a niche, it's important to ensure that there is a demand for it and that videos in that niche regularly receive at least a hundred thousand views. If you're unsure which niche to pursue, head over to Wikipedia and browse through a list of hobbies to get some ideas. You're bound to find something that interests you. In my opinion, the best niches to start with are making money online, finance, health, psychology, technology, and traveling. These niches have a high CPM (cost per milli), which means you can earn more money per thousand views due to advertisers' increased interest in the audience. CPM affects both the cost of ads and the revenue that content creators like you and me can generate through ad revenue.

If you're overwhelmed by the numerous niche options available, you can turn to AI for assistance. Visit chatsonic's website and chat with their AI chatbot, which is equipped with up-to-date data and can suggest profitable niches. For example, if you decide on the “make money online” niche, you can search for related videos on YouTube, filter the results to show videos uploaded in the current month with durations ranging from 4 to 20 minutes, and sort them by view count. This way, you'll identify the most popular recent videos in your niche, ensuring that they consistently reach the 100,000 view mark.

Step 2: Set Up Your YouTube Channel

Once you've chosen your niche, it's time to set up your YouTube channel. Start by focusing on your branding, including your channel name, logo, and banner. When selecting your channel name, you have a few options. One approach is to use keywords relevant to your niche and combine them for a better search engine optimization (SEO) score. If you need help coming up with channel name suggestions, AI tools like chatGPT or ChatSonic can assist you. Another option is to use websites like NameLix for ideas. It's important to check if any popular channels already use the name you want to avoid copyright issues.

Next, create your unique logo and banner for your channel. The logo is the small circular icon displayed under your videos, while the banner is the large image at the top of your channel page. Canva is a user-friendly tool with a variety of free templates that can help you create your logo and banner. If you prefer to save time and are willing to spend some money, you can hire a freelancer on Fiverr who specializes in YouTube channel art.

With your branding elements in place, it's time to create your YouTube channel. This process is simple and only requires a Gmail account. If you don't have a Gmail account yet, you can easily create one for free. Once you have a Gmail account, visit YouTube, click on “Create a Channel,” enter your channel name and username (optional), and click “Create Channel.” Voila! You now have a YouTube channel. However, it's not yet optimized for generating views, so let's move on to the next step.

Step 3: Optimize Your Channel

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To optimize your channel, click on “Customize Channel.” This will take you to the Channel Customization page, where you'll find various options for customization. Click on “Branding” and add your picture, banner, and even a video watermark, which is a small icon that appears at the bottom of your videos.

Next, navigate to the left-hand side and click on “Settings.” From there, select “Channel” and go to “Feature Eligibility.” To unlock some intermediate features, such as uploading videos longer than 15 minutes and adding custom thumbnails, you'll need to verify your phone number.

For further SEO optimization, turn on ChatSonic and request a channel description that includes keywords related to your niche. As the second-largest search engine, YouTube optimization is essential for ranking higher, especially considering that Google owns YouTube, meaning your videos can also rank in Google search results if optimized correctly.

Step 4: Video Production

Now that your channel is optimized, it's time to start uploading videos. However, keep in mind that quality is more important than quantity on YouTube. Uploading top-notch videos that stand out from the competition is crucial. Here's a breakdown of the video production process:

4.1 Idea Creation: Begin by brainstorming relevant keywords or topics related to your niche. For example, if your niche is making money online, you could explore topics such as Etsy, drop shipping, print on demand, and digital products. Take these keywords and enter them one by one into the YouTube search bar. Analyze the top-performing videos and take notes on what makes them interesting, such as their editing style or the way they explain things. This research will help you develop engaging video ideas.

4.2 Script Writing: Create an outline based on your chosen video idea. Whether it's a short or long video, the outline should cover all the key points you want to discuss. AI tools like ChatSonic can provide detailed outlines based on your topic, saving you time. Once you have the outline, use it as a guide to write your script. AI tools such as WriteSonic, Rytr, CopyMatic, and ChatGPT can assist you in creating the script, or you can hire a freelancer if you prefer a human touch. Given that this is a YouTube automation channel, automating the script writing process can be a wise choice.

4.3 Voiceover: When it comes to recording the voiceover, there are various text-to-speech AI tools available. Some recommended options are Murf and Synthesis. Additionally, if you have the Microsoft Edge browser installed on your computer, there's a built-in text-to-speech feature that allows you to choose from different voices, accents, and ages. You can record the audio using a Microsoft Edge browser extension called Audio Recorder. This combination of tools ensures high-quality voiceovers for your videos.

4.4 Visuals: If you want to enhance your videos with images related to the script, you can use AI art generated by Stable Difussion. Additionally, an AI music generator called Stroaf allows you to select the mood and generates a random track for your video. You can customize the track by changing instruments or adjusting the volume. The best part is that Stroaf offers free track generation, but downloading and using the tracks may require some coins. However, they provide you with enough free coins to get started.

4.5 Editing and Enhancements: Editing is a crucial aspect of video production, and it's important to dedicate time to perfecting your videos. Edit your videos to make them visually appealing and engaging. You can use Adobe's AI tools in Premiere Pro, such as Sensei, for adding subtitles, sound effects, and other cool enhancements. Sensei features an auto-captioning function that transcribes your audio into text, creating accurate captions synchronized with the spoken words. Veed.io is another useful online tool that generates visual content automatically based on your voiceover. It allows you to add background music from their library and automatically captions your entire video. With endless options for customization, Veed.io ensures precise and visually attractive videos.

4.6 Thumbnails and Titles: Thumbnails play a crucial role in attracting viewers and increasing clicks. Aim for a catchy thumbnail by using bright and inviting colors and keeping it simple. You can browse other creators' thumbnails for inspiration. However, since AI-generated thumbnails might not match the quality of human-made ones, it's recommended to hire a professional thumbnail designer on Fiverr for better results. Remember to adhere to the recommended dimensions of 1280 by 720 pixels.

4.7 Uploading: When uploading your video, utilize as many keywords as possible in the description and title to improve your SEO score. A helpful tool for optimizing your video is VidIQ, which offers a browser extension that provides recommended tags and keywords for specific topics. This tool helps you optimize your video to rank higher in search engines.

Step 5: Consistency and Mindset

Now that you've produced your video, it's important to acknowledge that there are no shortcuts or magic tricks to guarantee success on YouTube. It all comes down to creating the right video at the right time, employing the right techniques, and maintaining consistency. Without commitment and the right mindset, even the best videos won't get you anywhere. Consistency is key to gaining traction on YouTube. During the first few months, many channels experience minimal growth. However, if you continue to upload consistently and gradually increase your upload frequency, the algorithm will reward your efforts.

Bonus Tip for Long-Form Content Creators:

If you focus on long-form content and want to explore the potential of YouTube Shorts, Opus Clip, powered by OpenAI—known for creating ChatGPT—allows you to submit your YouTube video and generate unlimited shorts within minutes. Given that people's attention spans are shorter than ever, experimenting with short-form content can significantly boost your YouTube growth.

In conclusion, creating a YouTube automation channel using AI tools is an exciting venture that can generate a passive income stream. By following these steps and leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, you can streamline the process and enhance the quality of your videos. Remember, success on YouTube requires consistency, commitment, and the right mindset. We hope this guide has provided you with valuable insights and inspiration for your own YouTube automation channel. Before you go, remember to subscribe, leave a comment, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on our AI-related content and tech updates. Thank you for joining us, and we'll see you in the next video!

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Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What are some recommended niches for starting a YouTube automation channel?

Answer: Some recommended niches are making money online, finance, health, psychology, technology, and traveling.

2. How can I optimize my YouTube channel for better views and rankings?

Answer: To optimize your channel, you can add a channel logo and banner, verify your phone number for additional features, use keywords in your channel description, and make sure to rank higher in search engines by utilizing tools like VidIQ.

3. What are the steps involved in video production for a YouTube automation channel?

Answer: The steps involved in video production include idea creation, scriptwriting, voiceover, visuals, and editing. It is also important to pay attention to video titles, thumbnails, and optimizing your video with keywords.

4. What tools and AI technologies can I use for video creation and editing?

Answer: Some recommended tools and AI technologies for video creation and editing include Write Sonic, Chat GPT, Microsoft Edge browser's text-to-speech feature, Stroaf for background music generation, and Veed.io for captioning and visual content generation.

5. What is the key to success on YouTube?

Answer: The key to success on YouTube includes creating the right video at the right time, using the right techniques, having consistency in video uploads, and maintaining the right mindset and commitment to succeed.