Making It with George, Jamie, and Gwilym

Discover the secrets behind compelling YouTube scripts from a pro with over 25 million views. Learn why structure matters and how to engage audiences through storytelling. The discussion dives into the balance of planned scripts versus spontaneous creativity. They also tackle common challenges creators face and share personal tips for refining content. Get ready to unlock strategic payoffs that keep viewers hooked while ensuring your message remains memorable and visually appealing!

Thumbnails are the secret sauce for YouTube success! Dive into the psychology behind what makes viewers click. Discover creative strategies for impactful designs, from mood boards to the 'rule of three.' Learn how enticing visuals, even wacky ones, can spark interest. Sketching before digitizing is a game-changer for creativity. Balance efficiency with originality to craft eye-catching thumbnails that resonate with your audience. Plus, A/B testing is a must for refining your approach!

Jamie Whiffen, a YouTube content creator who nearly hit 100,000 subscribers, shares his journey from starting a channel at 12 to working alongside prominent creators like Ali Abdaal. He dives into crucial lessons on audience engagement, the financial potential of content creation, and the importance of hands-on experience. Jamie also discusses the evolving creator economy, offering insights on diversifying income sources beyond AdSense, and finding fulfillment amidst the pressures of strict uploading schedules. A must-listen for aspiring creators!

Jamie Whiffen, a dedicated YouTube content creator, joins engaging writer Gwilym and insightful creator George Blackman to share their experiences at VidSummit in Dallas. They discuss the power of networking and the inspiration ignited by the event. Interesting strategies for keeping the conference energy alive, like recording voice memos, are explored. The trio highlights the contrast in experiences for beginner and seasoned creators and dive into workshop takeaways, addressing the need for clear, actionable advice in the creator community.

We ranked every job you can have on YouTube... Follow Jamie: 🌐 Website - ⁠⁠https://jamiewhiffen.co.uk/ ⁠⁠✉️ Newsletter - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.thecreatorstream.com/⁠⁠ 🕊️ Twitter - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/WhiffenYT⁠⁠ Follow Gwilym: 🌐 Website - ⁠⁠https://gwilymsw.com/⁠⁠ ✉️ Newsletter - ⁠⁠https://gwilym.substack.com/⁠⁠ 🕊️ Twitter - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/gwilymsw⁠⁠ Follow George: 🌐 Website - ⁠⁠https://georgeblackman.com/ ⁠⁠✉️ Newsletter - ⁠⁠⁠https://georgeblackman.com/write-on-time/ ⁠⁠🕊️ Twitter - ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/GeorgeBlackman_⁠⁠

Explore the secrets behind a viral gardening YouTube series! Discover how urgency in titles and thumbnails can skyrocket viewer engagement. Learn the art of crafting evergreen content that remains captivating year after year. Uncover the importance of audience feedback in refining strategies. Plus, hear about the journey from a failed DIY series to a successful ginger growing masterclass, showcasing the power of innovation and adaptation in the ever-evolving YouTube landscape.

Exploration of creating genuine and captivating content on YouTube, evolution of social media platforms with a focus on XK CDs channel, engaging audience with interesting Q&A, success of short educational videos on YouTube

In this episode, we review our year-long podcast journey. Follow Jamie: 🌐 Website - ⁠https://jamiewhiffen.co.uk/⁠ 🕊️ Twitter - ⁠https://twitter.com/WhiffenYT⁠ ✉️ Newsletter - ⁠https://www.thecreatorstream.com/⁠ Follow Gwilym: 🌐 Website - ⁠https://gwilymsw.com/⁠ ✉️ Newsletter - ⁠https://gwilym.substack.com/⁠ 🕊️ Twitter - ⁠https://twitter.com/gwilymsw⁠ Follow George: 🌐 Website - ⁠https://georgeblackman.com/⁠ 🕊️ Twitter - ⁠https://twitter.com/GeorgeBlackman_⁠ ✉️ Newsletter - ⁠https://georgeblackman.com/write-on-time/

🧠 Get 20% off your 1of10 subscription (https://1of10.com) using the code "MAKINGIT". George launched The YouTube Scriptwriter’s Playbook in January. 72 hours later, it had generated $74,423 in revenue (from an email list of only 2500). Today, we break down the biggest lessons from the launch, and the unexpected challenges that arose in the build-up to launch day. Follow Jamie: 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/JamieWhiffen/featured 🌐 Website - https://jamiewhiffen.co.uk/ 🕊️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WhiffenYT ✉️ Newsletter - https://www.thecreatorstream.com/ Follow Gwilym: 🌐 Website - https://gwilymsw.com 🕊️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/gwilymsw ✉️ Newsletter - https://gwilym.substack.com Follow George: 🌐 Website - https://georgeblackman.com/ 🕊️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/GeorgeBlackman_ ✉️ Newsletter - https://georgeblackman.com/write-on-time/ Listen on: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-it-with-george-jamie-and-gwilym/id1721712087 Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/1OjMryLwJgzmxOepxcrXJA

What's the best way to hire for your creator business? And if you're the one applying... how do you make a good impression? Follow Jamie: 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/JamieWhiffen/featured 🌐 Website - https://jamiewhiffen.co.uk/ 🕊️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/WhiffenYT ✉️ Newsletter - https://www.thecreatorstream.com/ Follow Gwilym: 🌐 Website - https://gwilymsw.com 🕊️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/gwilymsw ✉️ Newsletter - https://gwilym.substack.com Follow George: 🌐 Website - https://georgeblackman.com/ 🕊️ Twitter - https://twitter.com/GeorgeBlackman_ ✉️ Newsletter - https://georgeblackman.com/write-on-time/