How to Start a Faceless YouTube Channel in 2024 (Step-by-Step)
Complete beginner guide to launching a faceless YouTube channel. From niche selection to your first upload.
Faceless YouTube channels are printing money in 2024. No camera, no editing skills, no showing your face. Just AI tools and consistency.
This guide will take you from zero to your first upload. Let's go.
Step 1: Pick Your Niche
Not all niches work for faceless content. You want something that:
- Doesn't require your face (obvious)
- Has proven demand (people are searching)
- Can be made with AI tools
- Has monetization potential
Proven Faceless Niches
| Niche | Difficulty | Revenue Potential |
|---|---|---|
| Reddit Stories | Easy | $2K-10K/mo |
| Horror/Scary Stories | Easy | $2K-10K/mo |
| Motivational Clips | Easy | $1K-5K/mo |
| AI News | Medium | $5K-20K/mo |
| Lo-Fi Music | Medium | $3K-15K/mo |
| Educational Content | Hard | $10K-50K/mo |
My recommendation for beginners: Start with Reddit Stories or Motivational Clips. Low barrier to entry, proven format, and you can start today.
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Step 2: Set Up Your Tools
Here's the minimum stack you need:
- Script Writing: ChatGPT (free)
- Voiceover: ElevenLabs ($5/mo) or free tier
- Video Editing: CapCut (free)
- Thumbnails: Canva (free)
Total monthly cost: $0-5. That's it.
Step 3: Create Your First Video
3.1 Find Your Content
For Reddit Stories: Browse r/AITA, r/relationship_advice, r/tifu for drama. For Motivational: Find podcast clips on YouTube.
3.2 Write/Edit the Script
Use ChatGPT to clean up and format the story. Prompt example:
Rewrite this Reddit story for a YouTube voiceover. Make it engaging, add dramatic pauses, and keep it under 3 minutes when read aloud. [paste story]3.3 Generate Voiceover
Paste your script into ElevenLabs. Pick a voice that matches your niche:
- Reddit Stories → Casual, relatable voice
- Horror → Deep, mysterious voice
- Motivational → Confident, energetic voice
3.4 Add Visuals
For beginners, use gameplay footage (Minecraft, Subway Surfers) or stock videos from Pexels. Import into CapCut, add the voiceover, and sync.
3.5 Add Captions
CapCut has auto-captions. Turn them on. 80% of viewers watch without sound.
3.6 Create Thumbnail
Use Canva. Formula: Big text + emotional image + bright colors.
Step 4: Upload and Optimize
Title Formula
[Emotion] + [Specific Detail] + [Curiosity Gap]
Example: "My Sister Stole My Wedding Dress... Then Blamed ME"
Description
First 2 lines are crucial (shown in search). Include keywords naturally.
Tags
Use TubeBuddy to find relevant tags. Include your niche + format + topic.
Step 5: Be Consistent
The #1 reason faceless channels fail: giving up too early.
- Minimum: 3 videos per week
- Optimal: 1 video per day
- Timeline: Expect 3-6 months before significant growth
The algorithm rewards consistency. Set a schedule and stick to it.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Robotic voices: Invest in ElevenLabs. Bad audio kills channels.
- No hook: First 3 seconds must grab attention.
- Boring thumbnails: Spend 15 minutes minimum on each thumbnail.
- Ignoring Shorts: Post your content as Shorts too. Free exposure.
- Copying exactly: Add your twist. Pure copies get flagged.
Next Steps
- Pick your niche from the table above
- Grab a ready-made stack
- Create your first video TODAY
- Post consistently for 90 days
- Analyze and improve
That's it. No more excuses. Go make your first video.