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The first step is to generate a script using ChatGPT. The example provided is for an ancient Egypt video, but the method can be applied to any topic. ChatGPT quickly creates a detailed script to form the backbone of the video.
Next, use Clipchamp, a free AI tool, to create a voiceover from the script. Users can choose from different voices and adjust pitch. The example demonstrates generating an intro voiceover and saving it to media.
CapCut is used for video editing. The AI-generated voiceover is imported, and its audio is separated. Stock footage from free sources like Pixabay and Pexels is then added and trimmed to coincide with the narration. It's recommended to change visuals every 3-4 seconds to maintain viewer engagement and retention.
A short video intro can be created using Canva templates. The example shows customizing a template with text related to ancient Egypt and shortening it to a few seconds.
CapCut's auto-caption feature is used to add captions to the video. Users can edit these captions and remove them from specific sections like the intro. Royalty-free background music can be sourced from platforms like YouTube Library or sites offering stock videos, and its volume should be lowered to just be in the background.
Before uploading, research potential video titles and analyze trending thumbnails using tools like VidIQ. This helps understand keyword competitiveness and what types of videos and thumbnails perform well in a given niche to ensure the video stands out.
Thumbnails are created using Blue Willow AI for image generation. Users can prompt Blue Willow to create images based on their video theme (e.g., 'ancient Egypt epic Rise of an Empire'). The generated image is then further customized in Canva by adding text if desired, creating an eye-catching thumbnail.
The video concludes by reiterating that YouTube automation requires some manual input for quality and success, rather than a fully automated 'press a button' approach. This manual effort in editing and customization significantly improves video quality, viewer engagement, and ultimately, views.