Introduction

In this guide, I’ll show you how to start a YouTube automation business from scratch, enabling you to make a few thousand dollars per month passively. And when I say “passively,” I mean it—this business can be fully automated, as the name suggests.

 

The idea is simple: you create a faceless YouTube channel where tasks like scriptwriting, thumbnail creation, video editing, and posting are outsourced. Thanks to tools like AI and platforms like Fiverr, the heavy lifting can be done for you. Your primary responsibility is to create a YouTube channel in a profitable niche and consistently upload great content. Over time, the money starts flowing into your bank account.

 

Step 1: Picking a Profitable Niche

While it’s true you can make money in any niche, some niches are significantly more profitable than others. If you’re just starting out, I recommend focusing on one of these three:

 

Finance

Finance is by far the most profitable niche on YouTube because it offers the highest CPM (Cost Per Mille, or earnings per 1,000 views). For context:

 

• Comedy/lifestyle: $1–$3 per 1K views
• Makeup/beauty: $8–$12 per 1K views
• Finance: $15–$120 per 1K views

For example, I created a video about an investing app, and its CPM was $77. While creators receive the RPM (Revenue Per Mille), which is a portion of the CPM, my RPM for that video was $44—still far better than most niches.

 

Beyond YouTube ads, finance channels also attract high-paying sponsors, affiliate opportunities, and allow for promoting your own products like courses or books.

 

Technology

Tech is another lucrative niche with CPMs ranging from $8 to $40. Like finance, tech channels can attract sponsors, affiliates, or even pave the way for launching your own tech brand once you build a large audience.

 

Top 10 Channels

While top 10 channels don’t have the highest CPM, they can still be incredibly profitable due to the viral nature of their content. Videos like “Top 10 Scariest Movie Scenes” or “Top 10 Biggest Water Parks” have a high chance of going viral, driving massive views and revenue.

 

Step 2: Decide What Videos to Make

Once you’ve chosen your niche and created your YouTube channel, the next step is deciding the style of videos to produce. Since these will be faceless videos with B-roll footage and voiceovers, you’ll need to decide what kind of content will resonate most with your audience.

 

For instance, if you’re in the finance niche, you could focus on cryptocurrency, side hustles, or financial news. Research other successful channels in your niche, watch their videos, and note what you like and dislike. This will help you create better content.

 

Step 3: Create a Great Title and Thumbnail

Before producing any video, you must craft a compelling title and thumbnail. Without these, no one will click on your videos, no matter how good the content is.

 

• Titles: Look at similar viral videos in your niche and tweak their titles to fit your topic. For example, if you’re creating a video about “The 10 Scariest Ocean Animals,” you could title it “Top 10 Scariest Sea Creatures You’ve Never Heard Of.”
• Thumbnails: You can create thumbnails yourself using tools like Canva or pay a professional on Fiverr ($5–$15) to design a high-quality one. A strong thumbnail can significantly boost clicks.

Step 4: Write the Script

Writing the script is simple, thanks to AI tools like ChatGPT. You can ask the AI to write a script on your chosen topic, and it’ll deliver one in seconds. For example:

 

Prompt: “Write me a YouTube script about the 10 scariest sea animals.”

Once the AI generates the script, paste it into a Google Doc and make any necessary edits. You can even instruct the AI to adjust the tone, such as adding a “scary” vibe for a horror-themed video.

 

Step 5: Record the Voiceover

You have two options for voiceovers:

 

Record it yourself if you have a good voice.

Hire a freelancer on platforms like Fiverr for $10–$20.

When recording, ensure the tone matches the content. For example, if it’s a scary video, the narration should be intense and suspenseful to keep viewers engaged.

 

Step 6: Edit the Video

Editing is crucial, and tools like InVideo make it easy to create professional videos. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

 

• Import the Audio: Start by uploading your voiceover. Cut and align the audio for a seamless flow.
• Add Visuals: Use relevant stock footage or B-roll clips that match what you’re talking about. Platforms like InVideo provide millions of stock clips.
• Enhance with Music: Add background music that complements your video’s tone. Adjust the volume so it doesn’t overpower the voiceover.
• Include Text Overlays: Highlight key points with text on the screen.

Once your video is edited, export it in full HD. If you’re using InVideo, upgrading to a paid plan ensures high-quality exports without watermarks.

 

Step 7: Upload and Optimize

To upload your video:

 

• Write a Description: Add a few sentences summarizing the video. You can use AI to help.
• Add Tags: Include keywords relevant to your video to help YouTube recommend it to the right audience.
• Upload the Thumbnail: Drag and drop your thumbnail into the upload interface.
• After filling in these details, publish the video.

 

Rinse and Repeat

Consistency is key to growing a YouTube automation business. Keep creating and posting videos until your channel gains traction. Once your channel grows, the income will become more passive.

 

If YouTube automation doesn’t feel like the right fit, don’t worry—I have guides on other ways to earn $1,000 per day. Subscribe to stay updated, and good luck!