1. How to Choose Your YouTube Channel Type
YouTube Tips
Learn All About YouTubeWhen You`re customizing your YouTube channel you’re asked to
choose a Channel Type:
What about the Channels Types:
YouTuber Channel
“The default channel type…intended for the average user, who may post the occasional family
video but isn’t looking for an extended following. All other channel types allow the owner to put
in extended information about themselves.”
Director Channel
The Director channel was created to “encourage original content and discourage copyright
violation.
“The program is free, but users must agree that all their content is original in order to
participate. YouTube Directors may create video content longer than the usual ten minute
maximum, and they may specify prices for downloading video content.” Note that many
channels now allow longer than 10 minute videos, and it appears (anecdotally) that the more
videos you put up, the longer they may be
Musician Channel
The musician channel is “meant for performing musicians who record their own performances
and upload them to YouTube, not for someone who uploads other people’s performances.
“In addition to all the standard features of YouTube, a musician channel can create a custom
logo, specify tour or performance dates, and create links for CD sales.”
Comedian Channel
This channel is very similar to the musician channel as it’s “meant for comedians who want to
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2. promote their routines, not for users who upload other people’s routines.
“In addition to all the standard features of YouTube, a comedian channel can create a custom
logo, specify performance dates, and create links for CD sales.”
Guru Channel
“Gurus are experts who create YouTube videos designed to educate and inform their audience.
“Guru channels let you specify the genre of your expertise, create a custom logo, and add links
to your profile page.”
Reporter Channel
“A Reporter channel would be appropriate for anyone who makes news-oriented videos, no
matter how large or small their audience.
“In addition to all the standard features that come with YouTube channels, reporters get extra
space to describe their beat, their influences, and their favorite news sources.”
The channel type seemed to have little to no impact on the channel.©2012 YouTubeTips.org
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