YouTube Automation Setup

Faceless YouTube channels are generating thousands in passive income. This tutorial shows you the exact workflow to create a fully automated channel using AI tools.

What You'll Learn:

• Choosing a profitable niche
• AI-powered content creation workflow
• Tools for scripts, voiceovers, and video
• Upload optimization for the algorithm

Time Required: 45 minutes

Step 1: Choose Your Niche (5 minutes)

High-CPM Niches (More $ Per 1,000 Views)

Low-Competition Picks for 2026

• AI tool tutorials
• Stoic philosophy explained
• Historical "what if" scenarios
• Business case studies
• Psychology/self-improvement

Choose Based On:

1. Your interest (you'll make 100+ videos)
2. Content availability (enough topics?)
3. Competition level (can you stand out?)

For this tutorial: Let's build a "Business Case Studies" channel.

✅ Checkpoint: You've picked your niche.

Step 2: Create Your Channel (5 minutes)

Quick Setup

1. Go to youtube.com
2. Sign in with Google
3. Click profile → "Create a channel"
4. Choose "Use a custom name"
5. Name your channel (e.g., "Business Breakdown")

Branding (AI-Assisted)

Use Canva with AI features for:

• Logo: Simple, iconic, memorable
• Banner: 2560x1440px, show your value prop
• Colors: Pick 2-3 consistent brand colors

Channel Description Template

Welcome to [Channel Name]! 

We break down the strategies behind the world's most 
successful companies. New videos every [schedule].

🔔 Subscribe for business insights that make you smarter.

Topics we cover:
✓ Company case studies
✓ Business strategies decoded
✓ Success and failure analysis
✓ Industry deep dives

Step 3: Research Video Topics (5 minutes)

Finding Winning Topics

Method 1: Competitor Analysis

1. Find 3-5 channels in your niche
2. Sort by "Popular" videos
3. List their top 10 videos each
4. Identify patterns and gaps

Method 2: VidIQ Free Tool

1. Install VidIQ browser extension
2. Search your topic on YouTube
3. Look for videos with:
   • High views
   • Low competition score
   • Recent upload dates

Method 3: ChatGPT Ideation

Generate 20 video ideas for a YouTube channel about 
business case studies. Focus on:
- Companies people have heard of
- Surprising success or failure stories
- Lessons applicable to entrepreneurs
- Topics that haven't been overdone

Format: Title | Why it would perform well

Your First 10 Videos (Example)

1. "How MrBeast Built a $500M Empire"
2. "Why Blockbuster Really Failed (It's Not Netflix)"
3. "The IKEA Effect: Genius Psychology in Business"
4. "How Costco Became a Cult (and $200B Company)"
5. "The $70B Mistake: WeWork's Collapse Explained"

Step 4: Write the Script (8 minutes)

The Hook (First 30 Seconds)

This determines if people stay. Use this structure:

[Shocking statement or question]
[Quick preview of what they'll learn]  
[Promise of value]

Example:

"In 2019, WeWork was valued at $47 billion. 
Twelve months later, it was nearly worthless—and 
its founder was out. This is the story of the 
biggest startup implosion in history, and the 
three fatal mistakes you NEED to avoid in your 
own business."

Full Script Prompt

Write a 1500-word YouTube script about [Topic].

Structure:
1. Hook (0:00-0:30): Shocking statement + preview
2. Context (0:30-2:00): Background story
3. Main Content (2:00-8:00): 3-5 key points with stories
4. Lesson (8:00-9:00): What viewers should take away
5. CTA (9:00-9:30): Subscribe + question for comments

Style:
- Conversational, like talking to a friend
- Use specific numbers and examples
- Include moments of surprise or tension
- Make it easy to visualize

Target length: 8-10 minute video (speaking pace: 150 wpm)

✅ Checkpoint: You have your first complete script.

Step 5: Generate Voiceover (5 minutes)

Best AI Voice Tools

ElevenLabs Workflow

1. Sign up at elevenlabs.io
2. Choose "Speech Synthesis"
3. Select a voice (Adam or Josh work well)
4. Paste your script
5. Generate and download MP3

Pro Tips

• Use the "Turbo" model for faster generation
• Add pauses: "..." creates natural breaks
• Emphasize words: CAPITALIZE for emphasis
• Split into sections if script is long

Step 6: Create the Video (10 minutes)

Fastest Method: Pictory

1. Go to pictory.ai
2. Choose "Script to Video"
3. Paste your script
4. Upload your voiceover audio
5. Select visual style
6. Generate video

Manual Method (More Control)

Stock Footage Sources:

• Pexels (free)
• Pixabay (free)
• Storyblocks ($30/mo, best library)
• Artgrid (cinematic quality)

Editing Workflow:

1. Import voiceover to timeline
2. Add b-roll that matches narration
3. Add text overlays for key points
4. Include transitions (subtle, not flashy)
5. Add background music (quiet, 10-15% volume)

Recommended Editor: CapCut (free) or DaVinci Resolve (free)

Step 7: Create Thumbnail (5 minutes)

Thumbnail Formula

[Face/Subject] + [Emotion] + [Big Text] + [Contrasting Colors]

Canva Workflow

1. Use template: YouTube Thumbnail (1280x720)
2. Find a striking image related to topic
3. Add 3-5 words MAX in big, bold font
4. Use high contrast (bright on dark)
5. Add subtle shadow/outline to text

A/B Testing

Upload 3 thumbnail variations and check CTR in analytics after 48 hours. Swap if one performs 20%+ better.

Step 8: Optimize and Upload (5 minutes)

Title Formula

[Curiosity/Benefit] | [Topic] | [Optional: Numbers]

Examples:

• "The $70 Billion Mistake | WeWork's Collapse Explained"
• "How Costco Tricks You Into Spending More"
• "Why Netflix Won and Blockbuster Lost (It's Not What You Think)"

Description Template

[First 2 lines: Compelling hook - this shows in search]

In this video, we break down [topic]...

🔥 KEY POINTS:
00:00 - Introduction
01:30 - [First main point]
04:20 - [Second main point]
07:15 - [Third main point]
09:00 - Key Lessons

📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
[Link to any tools/articles]

🔔 SUBSCRIBE for weekly business breakdowns!

#business #casestudy #entrepreneur

Upload Settings

• Schedule: Same day/time each week
• End Screen: Add subscribe button + next video
• Cards: Link to related videos
• Tags: Use VidIQ suggestions (10-15 tags)

✅ Checkpoint: Your first video is live!

Monetization Timeline

What's Next?

You have the complete workflow. Now it's about consistency.

Your Weekly Schedule:

• Day 1: Research + outline
• Day 2: Script writing
• Day 3: Voiceover + video creation
• Day 4: Thumbnail + upload + schedule
• Day 5-7: Promote on social media

Recommended Next Tutorials

• AI Video Creation: Make Money on YouTube — Full guide
• Scale to $5K/Month — Multi-channel strategies

Quick Stats

• Difficulty: Intermediate
• Time to Complete: 45 minutes
• Time to Monetization: 5-9 months
• Investment: ~$50-100/month (tools)
• Potential Earnings: $500-$5,000+/month