Introduction
This right here is proof that you don’t need a lot of views to make your first $1,000 on YouTube without showing your face and without recording any videos. It’s all because of this thing called RPM. In this video, we will be talking about how to actually increase your RPM, how to choose the right niche, and how to make your first $1,000 on YouTube. My name is Dave Nick, and let me show you something very, very interesting.
Case Studies of Successful Faceless Channels
I found this faceless YouTube channel which I believe is in the “make money online” niche. They talk about how to create viral AI videos like they are doing. This is the AI guy, and they only have about 72 videos but have already gotten 75,000 subscribers. Now you might say, “That’s not really impressive,” but look at this: this person has a school community with their own paid program at $50 a month. They already have 262 paid members, which means they could be making about $133,000 a month just from this school community, not to mention the ad revenue from this channel.
Another example is this faceless channel called The Market Whisperer, which only has one video. Their first video got 2.4 million views, earning them about 41,000 subscribers. Here’s yet another channel that posted viral videos; their first video, published a year ago, got 24 million views. These are all faceless.
What is RPM?
First of all, what’s RPM? RPM is “revenue per mille,” or how much you’re being paid per 1,000 views. This depends on many factors, including:
- The geography of your viewers.
- Your niche.
- The length of your video.
How to Increase Your RPM
There are effectively three ways to increase your RPM:
- Create Longer Videos: Longer videos allow for more mid-roll ads, which increases revenue. Some creators place ads every 30-60 seconds. YouTube doesn’t always run ads that frequently, but it helps boost RPM.
- Choose the Right Niche: Niches with higher CPM (Cost Per Mille) perform better.
- Use the Right Keywords: Even within a good niche, the right keywords can significantly impact your RPM.
Diversifying Revenue Sources
To make your first $1,000 a month on YouTube as quickly as possible, don’t rely solely on ad revenue. While ad revenue is great, it’s just one of many ways to monetize a channel. Additional revenue sources include affiliate marketing, paid communities, and selling digital products.
Steps to Creating Viral Faceless YouTube Videos
Step 1: Research and Idea Generation
- Reddit: Use subreddits like “Unpopular Opinions” to find trending topics.
- Blinkist: Listen to book summaries and convert key ideas into video content.
- Twitter: Follow value-packed accounts for inspiration.
- Listicles and Blogs: Turn popular blog content into video scripts.
- AI Tools: Use tools like ChatGPT to brainstorm ideas.
Step 2: Crafting High-Quality Titles
Titles are crucial for CTR (Click-Through Rate). Use frameworks from successful creators or tools like YouTube title generators, though AI-generated titles may need manual refinement.
Step 3: Writing Effective Scripts
Focus on a compelling hook within the first 15 seconds. Structure your script with a clear intro, valuable content, and interlink to other videos without signaling the end prematurely.
Step 4: Generating Content with AI
Use tools like Hyper AI to create unique, copyright-free footage. Pair these with free editing tools like CapCut for professional results.
Step 5: Designing Thumbnails
Leverage AI tools like Leonardo AI to create avatars and Canva for customizable templates. Pro accounts allow features like background removal for polished thumbnails.
Optimizing SEO and Keywords
Utilize tools like VidIQ to find high-performing keywords with low competition. Analyze trends and viewer queries to create content that meets demand.
Monetization Beyond Ad Revenue
- School Communities: Create paid memberships for recurring revenue.
- Affiliate Marketing: Promote products through affiliate links for commissions.
Conclusion
Let me know if this video was useful to you in the comments below. I hope you got some value. If you did, drop a like, and I’ll see you next time!
