Grow a YouTube channel that actually pays. Learn everything from content planning to analytics. Get the exact strategies behind Curious Refuge's own channel, with coaching from a global community of creators and insights from the team that built YouTube's creator economy.

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THE FUTURE OF YOUTUBE GROWTH AND STRATEGY STARTS HERE.

Welcome to AI for YouTubers. This is the best course in the world for learning how to leverage artificial intelligence to grow an audience using one of the most popular streaming platform in history.

Our training will cover every part of the process. From pre-production to studio best practices, analytics, and more.

This course will teach you how to build, grow, and nurture an audience in the new era of YouTube, and find financial success along the way.

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YOUR 4-MODULE JOURNEY

MODULE 1

FUNDAMENTALS

Module One is all about the basics. We’ll cover everything from how the platform works to how you can utilize it to build a sustainable business.

MODULE 2

CONTENT

For Module Two, we’ll dive into content. We will look at pre-production, distribution, A/B testing, and more.

MODULE 3

GROWTH

In this module, we will look at the analytics and share how you can consistently grow your YouTube channel
by understanding the
trends and data.

MODULE 4

BEYOND YOUTUBE

In the final module, we’ll cover owning your audience along with leveraging this incredible platform to help grow your audience and business.

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INSIDE YOUR COURSE

  • This course gives you access to nearly 40 video lessons taught by industry-leading experts and professionals.

  • Get feedback, ask questions, and get critiques from real-world AI professionals.

  • A dedicated live-stream designed for you to have your pressing questions answered.

  • Gain exclusive access to Curious Refuge events, meetups, and online training for the whole year.

  • Explore meetups and events with the community both in-person and online.

  • Prove your skills with a completion certificate recognized by the industry

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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

CALEB WARD

Caleb Ward is the co-founder and CEO of Curious Refuge, the world’s first online home for AI storytellers. Curious Refuge is the most exciting storytelling site on the planet. Wielding the power of fun, Caleb has helped millions on their creative journey.

Caleb’s work has been viewed by over 100+ million people worldwide. You’ve probably read about his work in The New York Times,Forbes,The Hollywood Reporter, CNBC, or the USA Today. He has collaborated with some of the biggest creative brands including Netflix, Adobe, Sony, Vimeo, and Shutterstock.

With the emergence of AI tools, Caleb is focused on democratizing the filmmaking process. Using insightful lessons that anyone can follow, he’ll show you how to create your own films from scratch.

Caleb is who Hollywood calls to learn about the AI revolution and he’s excited to share his knowledge and expertise with you in this exciting course.

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ADAM NIERI

Adam Nieri is a motion designer and video editor with over a decade of experience crafting content across the advertising and entertainment world.

At Curious Refuge, Adam is one of the lead instructors helping the community of students and members stay up to date on the latest AI workflows and tools.

Adam is also the host of the weekly office hours, where Curious Refuge students get the opportunity to ask questions, learn what the newest tools are, and connect with the community.

With AI reshaping what's possible in post-production, Adam is focused on helping creatives adapt, not get left behind.

Adam has tons of experience helping people grow their own YouTube channels during his time as a motion designer and editor, and he is excited to help you do the same.

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

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SHELBY WARD
COO at Curious Refuge

Shelby is the Co-Founder and COO at Curious Refuge. She oversees operations, drives business growth, and helps shape the company's educational content and YouTube strategy, growing one of the leading channels focused on AI storytelling.

TYLER SMITH
Marketing Director at Curious Refuge

Tyler was employee number one at Curious Refuge, and has played multiple roles from editor to producer to now Marketing director. Tyler has helped scale our YouTube channel as well as others throughout his career.

JAMIE BYRNE
COO & President at Promise Studios

Jamie is currently the President and COO at Promise Studios. Jamie was a part of the team at YouTube for over 15 years. Jamie started at YouTube before it was acquired by Google, and was integral in the development of the creator Economy.

MICHAEL STEELE
CEO of Flywheel Digital

Michael Steele is the CEO of Flywheel Digital. He is well-versed in everything from organic growth to data analytics. Michael’s expertise in the area of paid advertising as it relates to YouTube is incredibly insightful for those wanting to leverage this platform for their business and marketing strategy.

TOPICS YOU’LL LEARN

COURSE BREAKDOWN

RETENTION FOCUSED EDITING

YOUTUBE FUNNEL DEVELOPMENT

AI for Youtubers | Content Repurposing

CONTENT REPURPOSING

AI for Youtubers | Keyword Opportunity Discovery

KEYWORD RESEARCH

AI for Youtubers | A/B Testing

A/B TESTING BEST PRACTICES

AI for Youtubers | Understanding the Algorithm

UNDERSTANDING THE ALGORITHM

PROFESSIONAL VIDEO PACKAGING

AI for Youtubers | Efficient Content Planning

EFFICIENT CONTENT PLANNING

ADVANCED YOUTUBE ANALYTICS

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FAQs

  • This course is designed to help you understand the strategic side of YouTube distribution and growing a channel, and less of the hands-on editing workflows and AI Filmmaking workflows.

    We will cover retention-based editing principles and the strategic side of what keeps viewers watching, but we won't be diving into specific editor software or showing you how to generate AI videos; that's covered in our editing and AI filmmaking courses.

  • This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn more about YouTube, whether you're building your own brand and audience, leveraging video for your marketing role, or just a hobbyist looking to package your passion projects like a pro.

    This course is perfect for all types of people and goals.

  • There is no software you need to purchase for this course.

    We will highlight some additional tools that have paid subscription offers, but there are free tiers as well.

  • No, the training is not live. You do not need to show up anywhere at any specific time. The lesson content will be released week-by-week starting on the first day of the course. It’s very flexible and can work around busy schedules and full-time jobs.

    We’ve designed our training to serve students in any location.

  • The lessons typically start towards the beginning of the month. Each week’s lesson content will be released every seven days for 4 weeks.

    We will share update videos periodically as the course progresses.

  • Yes, we offer team discounts for companies enrolling 3 or more artists. Please reach out to hello@curiousrefuge.com for more information.

  • Our program is designed to help you get learn everything you need to know in just 4 weeks. However, as the toolsets are changing, we allow for content access for 12 months past the start date of the course.

    This will give you plenty of time to learn and practice the concepts and explore new concepts as they are released. You will also have the option to continue learning with us and receive updates after the 12 months have passed.

  • Yes, in the course we will share the exact processes we utilize and leverage in our own content production pipelines for our YouTube channel.

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