YouTube has become a popular platform for content creators, and optimizing your videos for search engines is essential to outrank your competition and attract more viewers. Therefore, if we can be more efficient when creating videos for our YouTube channel, we can drive more views. In addition, we can answer comments provide a better user experience for our subscribers. In this article, we will explore how to effectively use ChatGPT to drive organic traffic to your YouTube channel and achieve higher search rankings.
How can ChatGPT Be Used for YouTube?
ChatGPT can be used to come up with popular keywords, content ideas, video outlines, video scripts, video titles, video descriptions, video tags, and more. While ChatGPT won’t make your YouTube videos for you, when it comes to planning and publishing it is a great tool for Marketers. I personally use it to create outlines for my own videos and to come up with video ideas for certain topics. In addition, I use ChatGPT to come up with video title ideas and to write video descriptions, giving me more time to create videos and focus on other aspects of my business.
ChatGPT For YouTube Channel Growth Video Tutorial
You can watch my video tutorial embedded below or you can watch it directly on YouTube.
8 Ways to Use ChatGPT For YouTube Channel Growth
For the Surfside PPC YouTube channel, I put a major focus on driving more views and watch time with my videos. In addition, I try to grow my subscriber count as fast as possible. The methods below will help your YouTube channel if you are also using ChatGPT.
- Come up with Keywords & Topics for YouTube videos
Keyword research is the foundation of any successful SEO strategy. To start, we recommend using tools like Google Keyword Planner to identify relevant keywords and topics for your YouTube videos. These tools provide insights into search volume, competition, and related keywords, helping you to target the right keywords that align with your video content and audience. In addition, you can use ChatGPT to find popular keywords and topics. For example, if you create videos about baking, ChatGPT can generate 30 different popular cookies you can bake. If you make a video for each one and optimize your videos for YouTube SEO, you will drive more views for your channel.
If you look at the example prompt below, I asked for keywords that can be used for video topics:
- Use Keywords to Generate More Video Ideas
Once you have a list of targeted keywords, you can use them as a starting point to brainstorm even more video ideas. For example, if your channel is about copywriting and you have identified popular copywriting long-tail keywords, you can generate a video idea for each keyword. By leveraging keywords to generate new video ideas, you can create content that resonates with your audience and captures their attention.
In the prompt below, I asked for a series of video ideas and titles based on a list of keywords.
- Find Detailed Information For Your Videos
To create high-quality videos, it’s important to provide detailed and accurate information. ChatGPT can help you generate relevant and informative content for your videos. You can use ChatGPT to research and gather information on your chosen topic, including statistics and facts. This can help you add value to your videos by providing valuable insights and engaging your viewers with valuable information that they can’t find elsewhere.
In the prompt below, I was able to come up with some research for a video topic. I can turn this information into a detailed video with examples.
- Generate Video Outlines & Video Scripts
Before you start recording your videos, it’s important to have a clear outline or script in place. ChatGPT can assist you in generating video outlines and scripts based on your chosen topic and keywords. You can use ChatGPT to organize your ideas, structure your content, and create a compelling narrative that keeps your viewers engaged. A well-structured video with a clear script can help you deliver your message effectively and keep your audience hooked throughout the video.
In the ChatGPT prompt below, I asked for a video outline so I know I cover a topic in detail.
- Use Video Scripts for AI Text-to-Speech or Text-to-Video
Once you have a script for your video, you can use ChatGPT to convert it into AI Text-to-Speech or Text-to-Video. ChatGPT can help you generate realistic voiceovers or create video scripts that can be turned into engaging videos. By using AI-generated voiceovers or videos, you can save time and resources while ensuring a professional and polished finish for your videos.
One option for a text to speech video maker is Synthesia.
Another option to convert text into videos using AI is Rephrase.ai.
- Generate Video Titles, Descriptions, and Tags
Optimizing your video titles, descriptions, and tags is crucial for SEO. ChatGPT can help you generate optimized titles, descriptions, and tags that are keyword-rich and relevant to your video content. You can use ChatGPT to create catchy and compelling titles that capture the attention of viewers and encourage them to click on your videos. Additionally, ChatGPT can help you create detailed descriptions that provide valuable information about your video content and include relevant keywords. Finally, ChatGPT can assist you in generating tags that are relevant to your video content and can help your videos rank higher in search results.
In the prompt below, I used ChatGPT to generate video titles, a video description, and video tags for a video about a specific topic.
- Answer Questions from the Comments Section
Engaging with your audience is key to building a loyal following on YouTube. If you can create helpful videos and also answer questions in the comments, your ability to problem-solve will help you gain subscribers. One way to outsource the questions in your comments section is to use ChatGPT. Simply round up questions that your audience has asked and get answers directly from ChatGPT.
Look at the prompt below – You can use the same strategy and answer comments in a fraction of the time.
- Playlist and Video Series Ideas
Video series can be one of the best ways to keep viewers engaged with the videos on your channel. For example, if I am covering a new topic, I can provide more detail by creating a series of videos. However, coming up with a series for a specific topic can be challenging. With ChatGPT, you can put together a step-by-step video playlist for your subscribers.
Look at the example prompt below where I ask for a 15-part video series related to Pinterest Ads. You can remove any part that seems unrelated and ask for a longer series.
In Summary
ChatGPT is a great tool and it can be very useful for YouTube channel owners. If you are trying to grow a YouTube channel or you are thinking about creating a YouTube channel, use the ideas above. Not only can you come up with content ideas, you can plan outlines for specific videos and a complete series. I have been using it for my own channel with a lot of success since early 2023.
