Faceless YouTube Channel

A.R.C. Freshness Analysis

Tool Stack

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   Write a scroll-stopping script with Claude

   Every successful faceless video lives or dies by its script. Use Claude to write a script optimized for audience retention: a strong hook in the first 30 seconds, clear chapter breaks, and a CTA at the 70% mark. Give Claude your topic, target audience, target length (8–12 minutes is the YouTube sweet spot for ad revenue), and any key facts or data points you want included.
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   Generate AI voiceover with ElevenLabs

   Paste your script into ElevenLabs and select a voice that matches your channel persona. ElevenLabs produces the most natural-sounding AI voices available. Use a consistent voice across all videos — this becomes your channel audio brand. Export as MP3 at the highest quality setting.
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   Build the video with InVideo AI

   Upload your script and voiceover to InVideo AI. It automatically matches stock footage, transitions, and text overlays to your script segments. Edit the footage selections manually for any section that feels off-topic or mismatched.
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   Generate cinematic b-roll with Runway

   For hero shots and unique visuals that stock footage cannot provide, use Runway Gen-3 to generate short cinematic clips. Describe scenes cinematically: aerial drone shot at golden hour over a futuristic city skyline, 4K, cinematic. Generate 5–10 second clips for your intro, transitions, and any topic-specific visuals — splice them into InVideo AI to make your video feel premium and original.
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   Design the thumbnail with Canva

   Your thumbnail is responsible for 80% of your click-through rate. Use Canva YouTube Thumbnail template: a bold number or claim as the primary text, high-contrast background, and minimal clutter. A/B test two thumbnail versions to find what works for your niche over time.
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   Schedule and analyze with Buffer

   Connect your YouTube channel to Buffer and schedule your video uploads during your audience peak activity window — usually Tuesday–Thursday, 12–3pm in your audience timezone. Use Buffer analytics to track click-through rate and average view duration.