YouTube revamped the site for content creators to teach new and seasoned content creators how to make the most of their channels, on Wednesday.
YouTube unveils new website for content creators
The knowledge and advice that will be shared on the new website will be adding to that of the Creators channel which includes expert advice to help content creators to tell their stories, build their community, and turn their passions into opportunities.
In 2020, the number of content creators earning five figures annually increased by 40 percent and more than 17 000 channels around the world had more than 100 000 subscribers, according to YouTube’s Susan Wojcicki. YouTube is a lucrative business for many content creators and more people are joining content creating as means to make more money.
The new site will help answer questions that content creators joining the industry might have, especially the question about how one can grow their channel enough to make money from it.
YouTube content creators: a list of some of the information that the website will cover
1. Getting started on YouTube
YouTube says that the site will cover tips about production, channel branding, and YouTube Studio. YouTube Studio is where you upload all your content and get analytics on how your channel is doing. Content creators will learn how to utilise the tools that this creative space offers.
2. Answer top YouTube content creator questions
YouTube wants creators to spend less time doing research about how to get things started. So, they will answer all the top questions creators might have on the site. In fact, top questions will appear on the homepage so they are easily accessible.
3. Policies and Guidelines
Content creators will be up-to-date with the latest policies. Policies and guidelines are there to make sure that the platform is safe and that no rules or community standards are broken.
4. Growing your channel
Creators will learn how to use YouTube’s set of tools — comment managing tips, and metadata best practices to find and connect with fans.
5. Making money on YouTube
Lastly, content creators will get tips on how to turn their creativity into income. They will learn about traditional ads, the YouTube Partner Program, Channel Memberships, and more.