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Marielou M.

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Posted

10 Mar 12:54

March 10, 2025

Monday Video Creator Class will happen as normally scheduled at 2pm PT with livestreams being available on both Video Creator Club and on my YouTube channel.  Replay shared for members.  Monday Video Creator Class will be specifically for beginner - level creators. 

There will be no general zoom session afterwards as this time will be to cover our advanced group's current video challenge.

See you in class! Thank you!

Marielou 

Posted

05 Mar 13:27

March 5, 2025: We're back on today to make up for class missed on Monday! 2pm PT today https://videocreator.club/programs/live-z-t_evrf7qk

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03 Mar 12:11

March 3, 2025

I’m feeling super sick today friends and need to cancel today’s Video Creator Class and call. We will do makeup class on Wednesday - same time. Thank you for understanding 💕
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Posted

28 Feb 15:38

The editing workshop replay is up! I ended up not doing any edits so just jump through the countdown to get to the good stuff. <3 
02:09:07

WORKSHOP: Video Editing for Beginners

Mark my words: THIS IS THE YEAR YOU WILL LEARN TO EDIT! Want to learn video editing but don’t know where to start? Join our Video Editing for Beginners workshop! This session covers the very basics of cutting, transitions, captions, and more—helping you create better-quality videos with from any video editing program. Best if watched from your computer so you can try things along with the demonstration from your phone. 🔹 Included for all paid members🔹 Available for purchase à la carteWhether you're a content creator, business owner, or just starting out, this workshop will give you the skills to bring your vision to life.

Posted

26 Feb 09:57

Reminder! 

The Beginner Video Editing Workshop is tonight!

Wednesday Feb 26 at 5pm PT

Sign up for the workshop, put the reminder in your calendar, and tell your friends!

You will need these two clips: 

  • One with you talking to the camera

  • One of an object showing a process like making a cup of coffee. 

IF YOU CAN'T DO THIS BEFORE CLASS WE WILL USE WHAT YOU HAVE IT WILL BE FINE

Have installed

  • CapCut.  I will be teaching with the pro version

  • InShot. I will be teaching with the pro version

Make an account for

  • Uppbeat. Make an account for the free version 

Watch the workshop from your computer so your phone is free for you to do the exercises along with me 

Looking forward to editing with you! 
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Posted

12 Feb 09:41

Happy Birthday Alicia Thomas!! Hope you have a DELUXE day! <3 
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Posted

04 Feb 10:21

Creators Unstuck live audience recording right now! Come hang

Posted

02 Feb 12:59

Y’all! If anyone needs to learn about hooks, you need to check out this guide by Nicole Lamoureux
IT IS SO GOOD! Maybe if we ask real nice she will teach us more about it sometime in Video Creator Class 🤩
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Posted

29 Jan 20:36

🚀 The YouTube Algorithm in 2025 – What Creators Need to Know! 🎬

Hey Video Creators! If you’ve ever wondered how YouTube’s recommendation system actually works, here are the biggest takeaways from the latest deep dive with YouTube’s Creator Liaison, Rene, and Product Lead, Todd.

🔹 The algorithm doesn’t "push" your videos—it "pulls" them for the right viewers.
YouTube ranks videos for each individual user based on their preferences, not just how well a video performs overall.

🔹 Your analytics don’t tell the full story.
Click-through rate (CTR) and watch time matter, but YouTube considers personalized viewer behavior over raw metrics. Think of it as an "automated word-of-mouth" system.

🔹 Old videos can still take off.
Trends, nostalgia, news cycles, and search behavior can make older videos resurface. Keep optimizing your evergreen content!

🔹 Time of day and device influence recommendations.
Viewers get different recommendations in the morning vs. night, and what they see on mobile can differ from TV suggestions.

🔹 No single metric guarantees success.
Watch time, engagement, and satisfaction all play different roles depending on content type (e.g., podcasts vs. short-form videos). The key? Deliver real value!

🔹 Viewer satisfaction is the real algorithm hack.
YouTube actively surveys viewers and tracks their "not interested" feedback. The more value-per-minute your content delivers, the better your long-term performance.

🔹 Multi-language audio expands your reach.
If you're dubbing your videos, aim for at least 80% of your catalog in that language. Also, translate your titles and descriptions for better discovery.

🔹 Fluctuations in views are NORMAL.
Seasonality, trends, and shifts in audience interest can cause dips. Look at long-term data (90 days to a year) and Google Trends for better insights.

🔹 The subscription tab is your secret weapon.
It shows pure audience behavior without algorithm interference. Use it to analyze CTR and watch time from your core audience.

🔹 YouTube is now using AI-driven recommendations.
Large Language Models (like ChatGPT) are making recommendations smarter and more nuanced, going beyond just keywords.

💡 Key takeaway? Instead of chasing the "perfect metric," focus on creating valuable content, engaging your audience, and adapting based on insights. Growth is a long game!

What do you think? Have you noticed any of these shifts in your analytics? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️ 🎥🔥
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Posted

28 Jan 10:33

Doing a casual hang out and catch up on Creators Unstuck - come say hi!