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Kevin E

The Monthly Cut

The Monthly Cut: How to make 'human' content

Kevin E shares five creators who are making content that's brilliantly human and full of life.

Maria Malinowski

Stock Video

The 7 Best Stock Video Sites for Creators in 2026 (Free and Paid)

Save yourself hours of searching for stock video with this definitive list of the best stock video platforms for content creators and filmmakers.

Sandy Beeson

Stock Video

How to pair stock video with music like a professional

Stock video and music only work when they're chosen with each other in mind. Here's how to ensure your visuals and sound work together instead of competing for attention.

Sandy Beeson

Creator News

YouTube is now labeling AI content automatically – here’s what that means for your channel

YouTube has changed how it identifies and labels AI content. Here's what's new, and what to keep in mind if you do use AI.

Sandy Beeson

Stock Video

What Is B-Roll? Your Guide to Cutaway Footage

B-roll is the footage that makes your edits flow, your stories land, and your videos look professional. Here's what it is, when to use it, and where to find it.

Sandy Beeson

YouTube Analytics

Average View Duration on YouTube: 7 Tips to Keep People Watching Longer

Discover what makes a good average view duration on YouTube, find out how to increase AVD on your videos and use this vital metric to get more views!

Sandy Beeson

YouTube

Free YouTube Tools: 18 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.

Sandy Beeson

TikTok

How to Add Music to TikTok: A Step-by-Step Guide

Bring your uploads to life and keep viewers hooked with this guide on how to add music to your TikTok videos and keep them safe from copyright issues.

Sandy Beeson

Stock Video

How to find stock footage that matches your shooting style

Stock footage only works when it blends with your own camera work. Here's how to drop clips into your edit without them distracting your viewers.

Sandy Beeson

YouTube Growth

How Much Does YouTube Pay for 1 million Views?

See how much YouTube pays for 1 million views and learn what affects the amount of ad revenue you can make from your YouTube channel.

Sandy Beeson

Creator News

YouTube's new unique reach metric shows you how many people are actually watching

A new metric accounts for co-viewing on TV and could give you a bigger number to pitch to brands, but it's worth understanding what it actually measures before you lead with it.

Sandy Beeson

YouTube Growth

The YouTube Algorithm: How It Works in 2026

Get your videos recommended to a bigger audience by learning how the YouTube algorithm ranks content and shares it with new viewers.

Maria Malinowski

The Uppload

The Uppload #17: Is YouTube the modern day film school?

A round-up of the latest creator news, including YouTube horror films at the box office and FIFA World Cup's short-form makeover.

Sandy Beeson

Creator Questions

How do you make YouTube thumbnails (without hiring a designer)?

You don't need a budget or a design background to make thumbnails that get clicks. You just need the right tool and a repeatable process.

Sandy Beeson

Creator News

Major label music is staying on TikTok, but AI rules are getting tighter

Universal Music Group's new deals with TikTok and Spotify keep big-name tracks available, but they also signal that music licensing is about to get more complex for creators.