{"id":1823,"date":"2021-06-24T09:50:59","date_gmt":"2021-06-24T09:50:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/?p=1823"},"modified":"2025-09-02T06:44:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T06:44:24","slug":"how-to-grow-your-youtube-channel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/how-to-grow-your-youtube-channel\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Tips on How to Grow Your YouTube Channel"},"content":{"rendered":"

The challenge of how to grow your YouTube channel in 2021 can certainly be a daunting one. Some days, it may even seem impossible. But we\u2019re here to tell you it\u2019s not.<\/p>\n

Chances are that if you read the Artlist blog, you\u2019re here because you want to learn more about filmmaking and, more specifically, how to grow your YouTube channel. Previously, we\u2019ve covered\u00a0everything you need to know about starting a YouTube channel<\/a>,\u00a0<\/strong>as well as a complete\u00a0YouTube SEO guide<\/a>. In these articles, you\u2019ll find plenty of tips on how to grow your channel, covering everything from basics and best practices to more nuanced, strategic planning with SEO.\u00a0If you haven\u2019t yet read these, they\u2019re a great place to start<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Despite the booming popularity of the platform (in many cases it has effectively replaced traditional broadcast TV, especially for younger generations), the flood of new, aspiring creators and that feeling that your content is getting lost in a very large ocean, it is very possible to grow on YouTube and build a successful channel.<\/p>\n

Building on the advice given in our previous articles, we\u2019ve got more knowledge and insight for you that will help accelerate the growth of your channel. Let\u2019s jump into these further pointers.<\/p>\n

Create a video series<\/h2>\n

We\u2019ve touched on it before, but\u00a0creating YouTube playlists<\/a>\u00a0is a very underrated tactic in how to grow your YouTube channel. Remember, \u2018session time\u2019 (the amount of time someone spends on YouTube after starting to watch your video) is a key factor in how the YouTube algorithm ranks your videos. Evidently, they really care about this. In the YouTube Creator Academy, they state that\u00a0\u201cYour channel also gets a boost when people watch anything anywhere in YouTube after watching your content\u2026and when you make content that makes people watch more from your channel, then you\u2019re helping us out.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Sometimes, the easiest answers to how to grow on YouTube are staring us right in the face. Creating a YouTube playlist is a great way to increase session time. Once one video has finished playing, the next one begins automatically and consequently, the audience is more likely to stick around for longer. Session time increased. Bingo.<\/p>\n

Linking into this, if you can create a series of videos that are compelling and follow on sequentially, you\u2019ll be able to keep people watching for longer and ensure that they\u2019re returning for the next installment.<\/p>\n

For example, right now, I\u2019m in the middle of creating a series of travel videos in Lombok, Indonesia. The content is long-form, but the idea is that when people watch, they\u2019re educated and entertained enough that they want to come back for the next episode!<\/p>\n

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Another great example of this is the popular filmmaking channel Film Riot. They organize their videos according to seasons as well as themes.That way, you can find playlists of videos dedicated to VFX, DIY tips, horror and many others.<\/p>\n

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Start doing giveaways<\/h2>\n

Wondering how to grow a YouTube channel fast? Well, everyone loves free stuff, right? Doing a giveaway on your channel is a sure-fire way of gaining a lot of new subscribers in a short amount of time. You can set the criteria for what people need to do, but something along the lines of asking your viewers to follow these 3 steps should help you in how to grow on YouTube:<\/p>\n

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  • Subscribe to the channel<\/li>\n
  • Like the video<\/li>\n
  • Leave a comment saying why you should win<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Of course, you should give away a prize that is A) relevant to your channel and B) an affordable investment for you. Don\u2019t break the bank if you can\u2019t afford to. Sometimes, you may be able to link up with a brand and organize a sponsored giveaway, but this comes back to point A. Make sure it\u2019s relevant. For example, if your channel is about travel and filmmaking, giving away a new backpack or a new camera is a good fit.<\/p>\n

    Matti Hapooja is a great example of someone who has continuously used giveaways to help grow his channel. The prizes are always relevant to his content and naturally fit the things that his audience want to win.<\/p>\n