Last month, I launched a brand-new faceless YouTube automation channel. I didn’t record a single video, didn’t show my face, and used a strategy that almost no one’s talking about. And guess what? In just 30 days, I made over $31,000.
One of my clients applied this same system and made $4,000 in a single month. On one particular day, I pulled in €610.
If that sounds insane, I get it. But stick around — I’m going to walk you through my entire 7-step YouTube automation process that’s working in 2025.
⚠️ Disclaimer: I’ve been doing YouTube for 14 years. I was broke once, working 14-hour days and getting nowhere. This isn’t some “get rich quick” scheme — it takes work. But it can absolutely change your life.
What Is YouTube Automation?
YouTube automation means taking a business-first approach. You build faceless content that generates income from:
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YouTube AdSense
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Sponsorships
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Affiliate products
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Your own digital offers
❌ It’s NOT just AI-generated “slop” videos like meditation loops, robotic top 10s, or rain sounds.
✅ It IS about building value-driven faceless brands like Alux, Kurzgesagt, or The Infographics Show.
Step 1: Pick a High-RPV (Revenue Per View) Niche
Most people go too broad. Instead, get weirdly specific.
Examples:
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Instead of “fitness,” go with “workouts for women over 40.”
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Instead of “make money online,” focus on “Amazon KDP low-content publishing.”
Ask yourself: “Would someone pay $1,000 to solve the problem my channel solves?”
👉 Here’s a list of 750+ faceless YouTube channels making over $5K/month (FREE, no email required): Download the list here
Step 2: Focus on Long-Form Videos Only
Forget shorts. I made over $30,000 with a small channel by creating long videos (some over 2 hours).
Pros of Long-Form:
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More ad placements = more income
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Can go viral easily if well made
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Better watch time and retention
Cons:
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Time-consuming
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Can cost money upfront (script, edit, voiceover)
But it’s possible to go viral on a budget — I did it at 12 years old with an animation channel I ran solo!
Step 3: Reverse-Engineer What’s Already Working
Here’s what I do:
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Create a Google Doc.
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Add 5 channels from your niche (e.g. “medieval history”).
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Use tools like:
Look for trending videos and keywords. Then, dig into the YouTube comments. What do people love? What do they hate?
I even use this AI trick: Paste comments into ChatGPT and ask what viewers are saying. This will help you improve what’s already working.
Also, check platforms like Instagram and TikTok — sometimes trends start there and haven’t hit YouTube yet.
Step 4: Real YouTube Automation (Not Push-Button AI Nonsense)
Most “automation” advice is junk. Here’s my real workflow:
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Research topics using VidIQ, Reddit, etc. (10 mins)
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Scriptwriting with my AI tool (or write it yourself to save money)
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Voiceover using 11Labs
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Editing via freelancers from Upwork
I hire video editors by posting this Upwork Job Template. I usually pay $35–$65 per video, and it takes me about 1 hour per day to run a channel that earns up to $1,000/day.
Step 5: Monetize from Day One with the Reverse Funnel Strategy
Most people build a channel, then think about monetizing later. I do the opposite.
I create or select a digital product first, and then build YouTube content around that.
Try sites like school.com/discovery to find high-converting communities or digital courses you can promote.
This way, even if your video only gets 5,000 views, it can earn $500+ from product sales.
Step 6: Maximize All Income Streams
Don’t just rely on ad revenue.
Other profitable strategies:
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Brand deals (create a media kit & cold pitch brands weekly)
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Affiliate marketing
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Your own digital offers or memberships
For example, I promote my own School communities (some $10/month, others $10,000/year). Just 50 new members from a video = $500–$5,000+ easily.
Step 7: Scale Your Faceless Channel Empire
Once you’ve built one successful channel, use the community tab to grow others.
I now run 16 faceless channels — all semi-automated. Keep your niches related to help cross-promote.
E.g. History → Medieval History → Ancient Rome
Step 8 (Bonus): Reinvest + Optimize for Long-Term Success
There is no such thing as a “set it and forget it” business. I constantly:
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Track analytics: CTR, retention, watch time
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Improve titles, thumbnails, and formats
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Reinvest 20% into better scripts, editing, or new channels
Avoid outdated guru advice — most of it will kill your channel before it even starts.
Final Thoughts: This Can Change Your Life, But Only If You Work Smart
This system works. Not just for me, but for my clients too. But remember — it’s not passive, and it’s not easy in the beginning.
