Creator News
Instagram is launching long-form videos built to grow from your Reels
A new long-form format called Features gives your podcasts, interviews and vlogs a home on Instagram, with short clips that point viewers straight to the full video.
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Guides
How to Add Video Transitions (Step-by-Step Guides For Different Editors)
Give your footage a professional makeover and make smoother, more polished content with step-by-step instructions for adding video transitions.
Trends
Gaming Music for Videos: Find a Gaming Soundtrack That's Safe to Use
Level up content with the best royalty-free gaming music for creators and see how a game music soundtrack will enhance your videos.
Guides
The Best Microphones for YouTube Videos in 2026
Level up the audio across your content by checking out this list of the best microphones for YouTube videos in 2025 and finding your ideal gear.
Motion Graphics
Free LUTs and motion graphics sites for client work: 6 options compared
Discover which free LUT and motion graphics sites allow client work, what each license asks of you, and when a paid plan is the safer choice.
Creator Insights
Orbit For Creators: 5 Tips For Getting Brand Deals as a Content Creator
Your first brand deal is more achievable than you think, as long as you know how to approach it.
Guides
How to Use DaVinci Resolve: The First 8 Things To Know When You Start
Master the essentials of DaVinci Resolve with step-by-step instructions for everything from importing your footage to exporting your final video.
YouTube
Free YouTube Tools: 19 Must-Have Tools to Increase Views and Grow Your Channel
Become a better creator with these essential free YouTube tools that'll streamline your creative process, increase your views, and grow your audience.
Guides
Best YouTube Equipment for Beginners
Find out which equipment you actually need to bring your creative vision to life, with the best cameras, microphones and more for YouTube videos.
Creator News
YouTube is testing AI Ask YouTube answers in its video search results
A new test places AI answers above standard search results for how-to and open-ended questions, giving clearly structured videos a new way to reach viewers looking for help.
Guides
How to Make a Youtube Video: Produce Your Own Content in 7 Easy Steps
Learn how to make a YouTube video with this 7-step guide, covering coming up with video ideas, right through to uploading content to YouTube.
Music Licensing
Commercial music licensing for client videos: what freelancers need to check
Learn which music license covers the videos you make for clients, where your client can publish them, and what to check before you deliver.
Music Licensing
Copyright-safe music for Shorts, Reels and TikTok: How to post without claims or mutes
Learn which music is safe for YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels and TikTok, and how to use one track on all three without a single mute or claim.
Creator News
YouTube and TikTok are giving brands new ways to find your content
Your audience data and strongest videos are becoming easier for brands to see, which could help the right partners spot you sooner and give your next pitch more to stand on.
Creator Insights
Tomas Pollen Stavik: 6 Tips for Choosing the Right Equipment as a Content Creator
Think you need the latest gear to make great videos? Filmmaker and creator Tomas Pollen Stavik disagrees and his festival-ready short film proves it.
Trends
The Best Video Editing Software in 2026: From Beginner to Pro
Uncover good video editing software for every type of creator including free video editing programs for beginners through to the best editing tools for YouTube.
YouTube Shorts
How to Get More Views on YouTube Shorts
Discover how to get more views on YouTube Shorts with 14 simple tips guaranteed to give your videos the best chance of exploding.
TikTok
How to Make Money on TikTok: The Easy Guide for TikTokers in 2026
Learn how to make money on TIkTok with tips on earning cash from your videos, selling merchandise and making sponsored content for brands.
Creator News
YouTube’s Shorts algorithm now favors original content over reposted clips
YouTube is updating Shorts recommendations to favor original videos over reuploads, so the ideas, edits and commentary you bring to each Short now count for more.
Creator Insights
Tomas Pollen Stavik: 4 Lessons on How to Make Cinematic Videos on a Budget
You don't need expensive gear to make a cinematic short film. Instead it takes the right mindset, a simple kit, and a willingness to kill your darlings.
Guides
Arnaud from Filmbro: 6 Lessons on How To Grow Your Audience
See what it takes to consistently grow your audience and attract new followers, with tips from Filmbro's Arnaud Melis.
Guides
What Is Color Grading In Video Editing?
Master the basics of color grading in video editing and discover how to use it to enhance the tone, style, and consistency of your videos.
Guides
How to Get More Followers on TikTok in 2026: Easy Tips for TikTok Growth
Discover how to get more TikTok followers for free with easy tricks to help you build your audience fast and boost your TikTok growth.
YouTube
How to start a YouTube channel in 2026: A beginner’s checklist
Start your YouTube channel from scratch with essential tips for how to set up your channel nd give your videos the best chance of getting seen.
Creator News
Made on YouTube 2026: New YouTube tools announced for editing, earning and more
Made on YouTube is YouTube's yearly showcase of new creator tools, and this year's announcements will change how you edit, test, go live and earn over the months ahead.
YouTube Growth
The 12 Most Profitable YouTube Niches Ranked by Highest CPM in 2026
Make more money from your videos by discovering the most profitable YouTube niches. Learn which niches have the highest CPM to boost your earnings.
Creator Insights
Ignace Aleya: 5 Tips for Coming Up With Video Ideas
Be inspired to create fresh new content ideas, with tips from VFX YouTuber Ignace Aleya.
Creator Insights
John Schoolmeesters: How to Choose the Right Equipment
See which gear you should invest in and what you should avoid, with tips from filmmaker John Schoolmeesters.
Guides
How to Find YouTube Keywords That Get Your Videos To Rank In 2026
Learn how to find keywords for YouTube videos and use them effectively to boost your video’s reach, rank higher, and attract more viewers.
Guides
How To Title YouTube Videos: 13 Tips To Boost Clicks and Views
Learn the free and easy way to get more clicks and views on your YouTube videos and write YouTube video titles to stop people scrolling and get them watching.
Music Licensing
Uppbeat vs Soundstripe: How Do They Compare?
See how Uppbeat and Soundstripe compare on licensing, pricing, and whether a bigger royalty-free music catalog really means a better one.
Creator News
TikTok is teaming up with other platforms to keep your youngest viewers safer
TikTok's US team has joined a cross-platform child safety program and made abuse reporting quicker, making the app a safer place for the younger people who watch your videos.
Guides
YouTube Watch Time: How to Reach 4,000 Hours and Monetize Your Content
Unlock more views and extra ad revenue for your content by learning what YouTube watch time is and following steps to help you can increase it.
Trends
22 Easy Travel Content Ideas for Travel Vloggers
Dive in to travel content ideas that'll spark inspiration for your next video. Explore our list of video ideas for creators with wanderlust.
Guides
YouTube SEO: How to Rank and Optimize YouTube Videos to Get More Views
Rank higher in searches and boost your views as a result with 25 simple tips to improve your YouTube SEO on every upload.
Creator Insights
Madame Myriad: How to plan your creative workflow
Stop big projects from turning into editing chaos with Madam Myriad's creative routine.
Guides
8 Easy Steps To Get More Views on YouTube
Get more views on YouTube for free with simple tips for making engaging videos, hooking in new viewers, and using analytics effectively.
Creator News
Australia wants to let users switch off the algorithm, and the rest of the world could follow
Australia's plan to let people opt out of algorithm feeds only covers Australian users for now, but if other countries adopt it, your loyal subscribers could become the most reliable way to reach your audience everywhere.
Guides
How to Increase Audience Retention on YouTube (11 Tips to Keep Viewers Watching)
Keep people watching your videos for longer and learn how increasing your audience retention on YouTube will help you rack up more views.
Creator Questions
Should your YouTube channel stick to a single niche?
You don't have to pick a single lane for your channel before you've even found your footing, but a little structure early on makes it much easier for viewers to know what to expect.
Guides
How to Avoid YouTube Copyright Claims
Protect your content from YouTube copyright claims by learning how YouTube copyright works and the steps you can take to avoid copyright issues.
Creator Insights
Arnaud from Filmbro: How to Make Money as a Content Creator
Learn what it takes to earn money as a creator, with tips from Filmbro's Arnaud Melis.
Guides
How to Get More Views on TikTok for Free: 11 Essential Tips
Reveal how to get more views on TikTok for free with 11 essential tips for creators. Level up your content without having to buy TikTok views.
Stock Video
Stock Video: What it is and How to Use it in Your Content
Everything you need to know about stock video including how to use it well, where to find it, and how to build it into your content workflow as a creator.
Creator Insights
By Kayleigh: 5 lessons on how to post content consistently
Kayleigh posts across four platforms at once. Here she breaks down the process that allows her to show up consistently.
Creator News
TikTok's new comment features give you more ways to connect with your audience
Polls, voice replies and multi photo comments turn your TikTok comment section into a proper two way conversation, and give you a faster read on what your audience wants next.
Creator Questions
How do you become more comfortable speaking on camera?
Camera nerves have nothing to do with how good you are as a creator. Just a few small changes to how you record can make talking to the lens feel a lot more natural.
Creator News
New AI labels on Instagram and YouTube tell your viewers what's real and tell you what's been flagged
Two separate platform updates give viewers clearer signals about what was made with AI and creators a faster answer when their own uploads are flagged.
Creator Insights
John Schoolmeesters: How to Approach Color Grading and Find Your Look
Develop your visual style by experimenting with color grading, thanks to tips from filmmaker John Schoolmeesters.
TikTok
How Much Does TikTok Pay for 1 Million Views in 2026?
Learn how to make more money from your TikTok content by seeing how much real-life creators earn for every million views they get on TikTok.
YouTube Growth
How to Get 1,000 Subscribers on YouTube for Free in 15 Easy Steps
Discover how to quickly get 1,000 YouTube subscribers for free. Boost your YouTube channel's growth and start earning with these 15 easy steps.
TikTok
TikTok Copyright Explained: How to Use Copyrighted Music on TikTok
Avoid TikTok copyright claims and keep your account safe with this easy-to-follow checklist on how to use copyrighted music on TikTok.
TikTok
How Much Does TikTok Pay Creators Per View?
Find out how much you'll make from your videos as we break down how much TikTok pays per 1,000 views and the factors that affect your earnings.
Guides
8 Simple Steps To Make Cinematic Video (Pro Tips For Any Budget)
Achieve a polished cinematic look in your videos with that'll help you make cinematic video no matter your budget.
Guides
How to Change Your Video Background (With or Without a Green Screen)
Learn how to change your video background with step-by-step instructions to remove your background and swap it for a new one, whatever editor you use.
Creator Insights
Orbit For Creators: 6 Lessons on what makes a successful creator
Podcaster and filmmaker Valentin Farkasch spends his career hearing what success looks like for other creators – here’s what he’s learned from asking that question over and over again.
Creator News
Meta's $18 billion teen settlement changes when your youngest viewers can watch
New default settings for under-18s on Instagram and Facebook change when teen audiences can watch and find your content. Meta is pushing TikTok and YouTube to follow.
Creator Insights
Tomas Pollen Stavik: How Uppbeat Saved My Short Film
Audio mistakes happen. This interview breaks down the sound design moves that took a low-budget short to being festival-ready.
Guides
How to upload YouTube videos in 2026
Everything you need to know about how to upload YouTube videos in 2025, with simple tips that'll get your content seen by more people.
Music Licensing
Uppbeat vs Epidemic Sound: How Do They Compare?
Find out which platform comes out on top for catalog quality, pricing, licensing, and features for creators.
Guides
What Are YouTube Impressions? Plus 3 Easy Tips To Increase Them
Get YouTube to share your content further by understanding what YouTube impressions mean, and learning how to get more impressions for your videos.
Music Licensing
Uppbeat vs Artlist: How Do They Compare?
See how Uppbeat and Artlist compare side-by-side when it comes to downloading copyright-free music, sound effects, motion graphics and LUTs.
Guides
Music Licensing Explained: The 7 Different Types of Music Licenses for your Project
Find out how to license music, confidently pick the right music licenses and keep your projects safe with this guide to music licensing.
Guides
Ignace Aleya: 5 Tips For Video Intros That Hook Viewers Instantly
Grab your audience's attention from the get-go and convince them to watch your content for longer, with tips from VFX YouTuber Ignace Aleya.
Guides
How to Get Animated Backgrounds for Video
Everything you need to know about how to get animated backgrounds to use in your content, including where to download assets and how to use them.
Creator Insights
By Kayleigh: 5 lessons on turning content into a business
Kayleigh went from a makeup blog to a business built on a podcast, a YouTube channel, and a paying membership without ever setting out to make money from content at all.
Creator News
The way YouTube counts views is changing, but your earnings will stay exactly the same
Your views will now count from the first frame a YouTube video plays, giving you a clearer picture of your reach without changing how you get paid.
Creator News
YouTube's Partner Program is getting new ways to earn in 2027, but the bar to join is rising
YouTube is making its biggest Partner Program changes in years, raising how creators qualify while opening up new ways for Shorts creators to earn along the way.
Uppbeat News
The Uppbeat Creator Report 2026
We spoke to the Uppbeat creator community so find out how AI is actually changing their working lives, and what they’re protecting.
Creator Insights
Ignace Aleya: 4 Tips For Using Visual Effects to Elevate Your Content
Add professional-quality visuals to your edits that keep people hooked, with tips from VFX YouTuber Ignace Aleya.
Guides
How to Make a YouTube Thumbnail: Boost Your Views in 9 Easy Steps
Help attract more viewers to your content by learning how to make a YouTube thumbnail that stands out and find out the dimensions you need.
Guides
YouTube Shorts: How to make and upload YouTube Shorts in 2026
Everything you need to know about making Shorts videos, including how to upload YouTube Shorts and tips for using Shorts to grow on YouTube.
Creator Questions
Do faster comment replies actually boost your reach?
Lots of creators believe reply speed changes how far a post travels, but platforms tell a slightly different story. Here's what actually moves the needle.
Creator Insights
Orbit For Creators: 6 Tips for Designing Your Ideal Creator Setup
Orbit for Creators host Valentin Farkasch spent years chasing better gear before realizing the real upgrade was learning what to leave out.
Creator News
YouTube now lets you practice your Shorts livestream before anyone's watching
Rehearse your setup and preview your Shorts before any of it goes public, so your first impression is the one you actually want your audience to see.
Guides
How to Use TikTok: The Beginner's Guide to Getting Started in 2026
Get started using TikTok with a step-by-step guide on how to make a TikTok account and everything you need to post your first TikTok video.
Guides
TikTok Analytics: 6 Tips to Grow on TikTok
Boost your TikTok follower count and help increase your TikTok views by using TikTok Analytics to find invaluable audience insights.
Guides
How the TikTok Algorithm Works in 2026 (8 Tips to go Viral)
Take a peek at how the TikTok algorithm works and see how small tweaks to your videos will help TikTok's algorithm share them with more people.
Guides
YouTube RPM: What Is RPM and How Can You Maximize It?
Earn more from your YouTube content by understanding what YouTube RPM is, what affects it, and what you can do to increase your channel's RPM.
Creator Insights
How to build atmosphere with music: 5 lessons from Madame Myriad
Pick sounds that will elevate your content, with 5 lessons from craft YouTuber Madame Myriad.
Guides
What is Rec709 and How Can You Apply It to Your Video Edits?
Keep the colors in your videos consistent across any device with this step-by-step guide and pro tips to easily apply Rec709 to your footage.
Creator News
Instagram now lets you replace the music on old posts without losing your likes
Swap the music on a published Instagram feed post or carousel without deleting it, so your likes, comments, and reach stay exactly where they were.
Creator Insights
Tomas Pollen Stavik: 6 Lessons on How to Approach Color Grading
Filmmaker Tomas Pollen Stavik has spent years teaching himself color grading, and it's carried his festival-bound short film, Ruins Ignite, all the way to the screen.
Guides
The Creator’s Cut: 4 Tips For Collaborating With Creators
Bring fresh ideas and new followers to your channel with top tips on how to approach collaboration from The Creator's Cut's Kevin E.
Guides
How to turn your passion into a channel people actually follow: 5 lessons from Madame Myriad
Make videos that tap into your interests, with 5 lessons from craft YouTuber Madame Myriad.
Guides
How to Make Money on YouTube in 2026
Make the most of YouTube monetization by learning how you can start monetizing your videos and Shorts through the YouTube Partner Program.
Creator Questions
What can you expect from your first brand collaboration?
Your first brand collab probably won't look like a big campaign, and that's exactly what makes it a good place to start.
Guides
What is VFX in Video Editing? (A Creator’s Guide to VFX Animations)
Bring eye-catching visuals to your edits the easy way by learning about VFX animations, including how creators use them to elevate their content.
Guides
How to Add VFX Animations to Video (A Creator’s Step-by-Step Guide)
Make footage feel more eye-catching and professional with this step-by-step guide explaining how to add VFX animations to your video content.
Guides
How to Create a YouTube Channel in 2026: Start From Scratch in 10 Easy Steps
Set your YouTube channel up for success with vital tips for customizing your channel and getting more people to watch your videos.
Trends
The 8 Best Video Cameras for YouTube
Find the right gear for your content with a list of the best cheap cameras for making YouTube videos and a guide on camera types.
Trends
23 Simple Gaming Video Ideas to Level-up Your Content in 2026
Check out easy gaming video ideas you can try out today to get more views, keep people watching longer, and grow your gaming channel.
Video Ideas
24 Faceless YouTube Channel Ideas
Dive into faceless YouTube channel ideas and find a format that'll allow you to become a YouTuber without having to get in front of a camera.
Creator News
YouTube Studio Adds Custom Shorts Thumbnails and AI Thumbnail Generation
You now have far more control over their thumbnails, though one creator's early testing suggests AI might already be winning out over human design more often than you'd expect.
Guides
Video Formats Explained: The Best File Types for YouTube and Beyond
Make sure every upload looks exactly how you want it by getting to know what different video formats are, and which you'll need for each platform.
Guides
How to Join the YouTube Partner Program and Make Money From Your Videos
Start making money from your channel & uncover how to join the YouTube Partner Program, with tips on what your channel needs and how to earn more.
Creator News
Social media bans for under-16s are spreading. Here's what it means for your channels.
Countries around the world are moving fast to restrict social media for under-16s. If any part of your audience falls into that age bracket, this is a fast-moving story worth tracking closely.
Music Licensing
Uppbeat vs Suno: How do they compare?
See how a curated, artist-made music library stacks up against AI-generated tracks when it comes to quality, licensing, and peace of mind.
Creator Questions
Why do two similar YouTube videos get totally different impressions?
The gap between picking up tons of early impressions or barely any usually comes down to how YouTube is testing your content, not how good it is.
TikTok
How to Go Live on TikTok (With Or Without 1,000 Followers)
Stream live to your TikTok followers with easy steps to follow, details on how many followers you need, and tips to make the most of TikTok LIVE.