
An introduction to this course, Complete Content Creation & Content Marketing Guide.
In this section on Content Conceptualization, we will discuss:
Finding Your Niche
Reviewing Options for Written Content
Conceptualize Video Content
Planning Audio Content
At the end of this section, you will have the opportunity to work on a Content Planning Worksheet Assignment to help you get started creating content and your content marketing strategy.
In this lecture, we will discuss finding your niche. Before you can begin to write and produce content, you need to plan out what type of content you will make, your topics, who is your audience, and what they want.
In this lecture, we will discuss reviewing options for written content including creating a blog in WordPress, writing, and self-publishing an eBook, offering an information product and submitting articles to publications.
In this lecture, we will discuss how to conceptualize video content for YouTube including the most popular formats such as live video, screen sharing, animation, and streaming.
In this lecture, we will discuss planning audio content for various formats including podcasts, Twitter Spaces, and audio books.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Content Conceptualization.
In this lecture, I will walk you through how to create a content planning worksheet to kickstart your content creation and content marketing plan.
In this section on Creating Written Content, we will discuss:
Creating a WordPress Website with Bluehost
How to Write High-Quality Content for Blog Posts
Writing an eBook
Self-Publishing a Book
Offering an Information Product on a WordPress Website
Submitting Articles to Publications
There are several assignments throughout this section to walk you through creating your own WordPress website using Bluehost, outlining your eBook, and getting started with Canva.
In this lecture, we will discuss creating a WordPress website with Bluehost hosting services. This lecture and the following assignment include a full walkthrough so that you can create a WordPress website in under 10 minutes!
This lecture provides you with written step-by-step instructions to create a WordPress website.
In this lecture, we will discuss writing high-quality content for blog posts. This lecture includes a full walkthrough showing you how to create your first blog post for your WordPress website.
In this lecture, we will discuss writing an eBook. This lecture and the following assignment include a full walkthrough and outline assignment so that you can get started creating an eBook quickly.
In this lecture, I provide you with a format for you to start outlining your eBook.
In this lecture, we will discuss self-publishing a book or an eBook on Amazon. This lecture includes a detailed walkthrough to help you understand all of the options available when publishing books on Amazon.
In this lecture, we will discuss offering an information product on a WordPress website. This lecture and the following assignment include a full walkthrough of creating an information product using Canva and creating a download page on your WordPress website.
In this lecture, I will walk you through getting started with Canva and creating an information product for your website.
In this lecture, we will discuss submitting articles to publications. This lecture includes the process for submitting articles to the most popular publications including Entrepreneur.com, HBR.org, Mashable.com, and Forbes.com.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Creating Written Content.
In this section on Creating Audio Content, we will discuss:
Buying a Microphone and Equipment
Setting Up a Home Studio
Recording and Editing Audio Tracks Using Audacity
Publishing an Audio Book
This section will help you get set up with equipment for beginners so that you can start working on your own audio content quickly.
In this lecture, we will discuss buying a microphone and audio equipment. This lecture includes a full list of my favorite audio equipment that I have used over the years to help you get started with equipment for beginners and think about your advanced options for the future.
You can find a list with links to all of the microphones and audio equipment discussed in this lecture in the bonus section of this course.
In this lecture, we will discuss setting up a home studio to record and produce professional-quality audio.
In this lecture, we will discuss recording and editing audio tracks using Audacity which is a free tool that is popular among content creators. This lecture includes a full walkthrough of applying effects to increase the quality of your audio including removing background noise, normalizing your audio track, and applying a noise gate.
In this lecture, we will discuss your options for publishing an audiobook including Amazon ACX, Findaway Voices, Lantern Audio, Authors Republic, Kobo Writing Life, and Publish Drive.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Creating Audio Content.
In this section on Starting a Podcast, we will discuss:
Choosing Your Podcast Topic
Planning a Podcast
Scheduling Podcast Guests Using Calendly
Recording a Podcast
Publishing a Podcast
Adding Your Podcast to Your WordPress Website
This section includes detailed walkthroughs so that you can create your own podcast tailored for your audience, genre, and topic.
In this lecture, we will discuss choosing your podcast topic and some considerations for your subject matter, audience, and publication schedule.
In this lecture, we will discuss planning a podcast including choosing your format, listing talking points, and creating an intro and outro.
In this lecture, we will discuss scheduling podcast guests using Calendly which is a great automation tool that your guests can use to book a recording session that fits everyone's schedule.
In this lecture, we will discuss your options for recording a podcast including zoom and riverside.fm.
In this lecture, we will discuss publishing a podcast using Anchor.fm and best practices for publishing your first podcast episodes.
In this lecture, we will discuss adding your podcast to your WordPress website using the Podcast Player WordPress plugin.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Starting a Podcast.
In this section on Creating Video Content, we will discuss:
Setting Up Lighting for Recording Videos
Recording Live Video
Screen Recording Using Camtasia
Editing Video with Camtasia
Reviewing the Post-Production Process
This section includes detailed walkthroughs so that you can create your own video content using the most popular formats.
In this lecture, we will discuss best practices in setting up lighting for recording videos including a ring light, 3-point lighting, and studio lights. You can find a list with links to all of the lighting equipment discussed in this lecture in the bonus section of this course.
In this lecture, we will discuss recording live video using your phone or webcam and using recording software including Streamlabs OBS and Camtasia.
In this lecture, we will discuss screen recording using Camtasia. This lecture includes a detailed walkthrough of Camtasia including a comparison with Streamlabs OBS.
In this lecture, we will discuss editing videos with Camtasia. This lecture includes a detailed walkthrough of the basic editing skills you need to produce high-quality videos.
In this lecture, we will discuss reviewing the post-production process using best practices and industry-standard methods.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Creating Video Content.
In this section on Publishing YouTube Videos and Streaming, we will discuss:
Creating a YouTube Channel
Posting Videos on YouTube
Creating YouTube Video Thumbnails in Canva
Selecting YouTube Video Tags
Streaming with Streamlabs OBS
This section includes detailed walkthroughs so that you can publish YouTube videos and do live streaming using best practices in engaging your audience.
In this lecture, we will discuss creating a YouTube channel. This lecture includes a detailed walkthrough to help you get started quickly and create a professional YouTube channel.
In this lecture, we will discuss posting videos on YouTube using best practices to ensure the highest level of engagement with your audience.
In this lecture, we will discuss creating YouTube video thumbnails in Canva to create clickable thumbnails that will attract more views.
In this lecture, we will discuss some free options you can use when selecting YouTube video tags to ensure that your videos get high search rankings and show up in organic search results.
In this lecture, we will discuss streaming with Streamlabs OBS. This lecture includes a detailed walkthrough to help you get set up quickly with live streaming on Twitch, YouTube, and other popular streaming services.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Publishing YouTube Videos and Streaming.
In this section on Understanding SEO Basics, we will discuss:
Learning How SEO Works
Understanding Your Audience
Finding Keywords Using Google Trends and Autocomplete
Using YoastSEO for WordPress
This section includes best practices in SEO for content marketing to ensure that your content earns a high search ranking to get more views from organic search results.
In this lecture, we will discuss learning how SEO works. We will cover the most important SEO concepts including relevancy, authority, and best practices for increasing your search ranking using SEO optimization.
In this lecture, we will discuss understanding your audience using Google Analytics. You need to understand who your audience is and what they want in order to tailor your content to their interests.
In this lecture, we will discuss finding keywords using Google Trends and autocomplete which are both free tools that you can use to improve your SEO score.
In this lecture, I will walk you through using YoastSEO for WordPress which is a very popular plugin used by content creators.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Understanding SEO Basics.
In this section on Promoting Your Content, we will discuss:
Repurposing Content
Scheduling Content Using Buffer
Getting Followers
Content Creator Etiquette
This section includes best practices in content marketing across all social media platforms to help you get your content seen by a wider audience.
In this lecture, we will talk about repurposing content to promote your personal brand or business on social media.
In this lecture, we will discuss scheduling content using buffer which is a great, inexpensive option for content creators who are just starting out.
In this lecture, we will discuss getting followers and engaging with your audience.
In this lecture, we will discuss a very important topic that a lot of content creators get wrong, and that is content creator etiquette.
In this lecture, we will have a short summary of this section, Promoting Your Content.
In this lecture, we will discuss valuable resources you can use as you continue studying content creation and content marketing.
A bonus lecture to help you as you continue your journey as a content creator.
Welcome to my course on content creation and content marketing, your complete guide to creating professional content for written, audio, and video formats and creating a successful content marketing plan.
My name is Shelley Benhoff and I have been a professional content creator since 2015. I make six figures creating very niche content without hundreds of thousands of followers. In this course, I will walk you through everything I have learned about creating content and a content marketing plan to help you create content that is high-quality and engaging for your audience.
By the end of this course, you will have the skills that you need to create and promote high-quality content.
In this course, we will review my entire process for content creation including:
Content Conceptualization: Selecting a topic and format including assignments and worksheets to help you get started quickly.
Creating Written Content: Creating a WordPress blog in under 10 minutes, designing your website using Canva, and publishing your first blog post.
Creating Audio Content: Buying a microphone and setting up a home studio, recording and editing audio tracks using Audacity, and publishing an audiobook.
Starting a Podcast: Planning your podcast format, scheduling guests using Calendly, recording a podcast using Riverside fm, and publishing your podcast to every popular network including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Audible using Anchor.
Creating Video Content: Setting up lighting, recording and editing video using Camtasia, and reviewing the post-production process.
Publishing Videos on YouTube and Streaming: Creating a YouTube Channel, publishing videos to YouTube, creating YouTube video thumbnails in Canva, selecting YouTube video tags, and streaming with Streamlabs OBS.
Understanding SEO Basics: Learning how SEO works, finding keywords using Google Trends and autocomplete, understanding your audience using Google Analytics, and using YoastSEO for WordPress.
Promoting Your Content: Repurposing content for social media, scheduling content using Buffer, getting followers, and most importantly, content creator etiquette!
This course includes several assignments, worksheets, and walkthroughs featuring my own tried-and-true methods in creating professional content. I will walk you through my entire studio setup and provide you with a list of equipment and software that I have used over the years to help you get started quickly.
This course covers my entire workflow for creating content, and you should walk away with the tools that you need to get started creating content that is high quality and promote your content using a professional content marketing plan. You can apply this knowledge to grow your personal brand, advertise your business, or get a job in content marketing.
With all of that in mind, I hope to see you inside!