Intermediate
Grow a YouTube Channel
Plan, film, title and publish videos that the algorithm pushes — and understand exactly how YouTube pays creators in the world.
1h 50m 9 lessons Intermediate level
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Course content
Module 1: Niche and positioning
Decide what your channel is about
- Picking a niche that pays11 min
- Channel setup that converts browsers9 min
- Researching topics with search demand10 min
Module 2: Packaging and the algorithm
Titles, thumbnails and retention
- How the algorithm actually works11 min
- Titles and thumbnails that earn the click11 min
- Retention: hooks, pacing and chapters10 min
Module 3: Monetisation
Getting paid for your work
- The YouTube Partner Programme10 min
- Income beyond ads9 min
- A 90-day publishing plan9 min