Start & Grow an ASMR YouTube Channel | 2025 ASMRtist Guide

The essentials for starting, plus my recommendations for beginner gear on a relative budget.

Affiliate links to great beginner equipment are attached to this lecture's resources.

All the bare necessities to get started, in terms of software. Recording, editing, sound, thumbnail creation.

A full practical walkthrough of the YouTube creator dashboard. This lecture includes tips on how to set up your channel so it can be recognized and BOOSTED by the YouTube algorithm.

This includes:

• Essential settings;

• Bio;

• Channel layout;

• Keywords;

A full practical guide to uploading an ASMR video to YouTube. Including what settings to apply for maximum exposure.

If I'd known this piece of advice earlier, I wouldn't have quit YouTube... twice. This lecture will give you a PRACTICAL method for time management that will keep you motivated and less stressed about uploading.

If you want to get more views and build a community, here's the most important part of your ASMR channel that you MUST develop.

Many ASMRtists believe they are cursed because of their circumstances. This lecture will teach you how to actually take advantage of them and make the best of your situation.

This lecture contains advanced methods for coming up with ASMR video ideas. Some of these formulas make it likely to attract a wider audience, as they exploit YouTube's system for finding viewers' interests.

A crucial mistake that sets your ASMR channel up for failure 99% of the time.

If you want to earn money from ASMR videos, you must learn to write good YouTube video titles. This lecture will teach you to do this while providing actual examples.

Every click counts. A single thumbnail can win you a lifetime supporter.

In this class, we'll go over what makes a great thumbnail with plenty of real examples from my own videos and those of successful ASMR YouTubers.

You're here to learn how to record and make money from ASMR videos. But I won't be teaching you much about the actual triggers and ASMR techniques to use. Everyone's approach is different and that makes you unique!

But in this lecture, I'll tell you my personal tips and pet peeves for creating ASMR videos.

How long should an ASMR video be? Let's cover this.

This is an easy-to-understand guide to reading the most important numbers and analytics in your ASMR channel.

Understanding analytics is not only helpful but essential to maintaining steady growth in your ASMR content creation journey.

A quick guide to creating simple but effective thumbnails. This walkthrough is designed to give you a 1-minute solution that provides a premium thumbnail design.

If you don't have this covered, none of the other lessons in this module matter.

Some minor things you can do while your ASMR channel is still small that could make a huge difference... as it did with me.

Quickly touching on the power of playlists and their role in gaining views.

A new viewer means little to your success if you can't keep them around. Here's how to build an AWESOME community that will support you in the long-run.

How collaborations with other ASMR content creators can be a great way to introduce a whole new community to your content.

Why being an active part of the ASMR community is not only wholesome but very helpful.

Shorts, TikToks... everyone is watching them. This means they can help you grow. This lecture covers their use and efficacy.

A lecture on social media and how it can help your ASMR channel for higher engagement and views.

Maximizing the effectiveness of your successful videos. Doing THIS will help you accelerate your growth by a HUGE margin.

SEO stands for Search Engine Optimization. It's used heavily in online marketing,  including YouTube. SEO is responsible for about 3-4% of my views.

While it may not skyrocket your channel instantly, it's incredibly useful to know. This is because SEO-friendly channels have a better chance of being recommended by YouTube's algorithm.

How YouTube rewards their content creators. This lecture includes the specifics when it comes to ASMR video monetization.

FYI, before you're able to earn money from YouTube ad revenue, you need:

• 1,000 subscribers;

• 4,000 watch hours in the last 12 months;

This course includes tips on how to reach these numbers fast.

Here's an unfortunate fact. YouTube ad revenue alone is often not enough for ASMRtists to make a living, especially if you live in the West.

Thankfully, there are additional ways to make money with ASMR videos, and they are not as obvious as Patreon. This lecture will list all of your options and give you tips on how to use them effectively.

While this will happen down the road, it's still important to understand. Sponsorships, if executed correctly, can be a great source of income. But to receive sponsorship requests, your channel needs to be advertiser-friendly.

Here's a cool thing about having an ASMR channel - it's basically your Voice Over Artist portfolio! Here's how you can use this to your advantage and turn ASMR into a career.

Your ASMR channel is your stage. As long as you respect your audience and their needs, you can promote your own passions, hobbies, and business endeavors. Here are some examples and best practices.

Spotify, iTunes, etc. This lecture explains the value of audio streaming platforms and why they're a fantastic additional source of income to have.

This lecture covers the importance of accessibility. Where and how you position your promotional links and messaging can influence your revenue by more than 30%.

There are creeps out there. Here's how to stay safe as an ASMR artist and an online creator in general.

The oldest teacher in the book.

Ever thought about ASMR livestreaming? It's a great option, but...

A short guide to YouTube's content guidelines - how to avoid copyright claims and strikes.

How to remove background in your ASMR video using Audacity (FREE SOFTWARE).

This is for people who do not wish to show their face. I'll cover different options such as using faceless footage, still images, and vtubing.

Videos FLOP. This will happen. There are 2 things you can do:

• Complain on Reddit... or

• Try to revive your video.

In this lecture, I'll tell you how you can give your video a second fighting chance.

Reviewing the YouTube channel "alwaysslightlysleepy" - what makes her stick out and what I believe brought her to success.

Analyzing Come To Rest ASMR's fast-growing ASMR channel that focuses on a fast & aggressive style of content.