Audit and strategy
Channel review across 30+ metrics: video SEO, retention, CTR, traffic sources, topics, publication rhythm. Outcome – action plan.
YouTube SEO · Channel growth · Analytics
YouTube channel growth and video SEO driven by data
I run comprehensive YouTube channel growth: video SEO, retention and CTR optimisation, content plan based on demand analysis, competitor parsing, and AI tools for faster production. No «million subscribers in a week» promises – stable organic growth.
1.4M views
69.9K watch hours
+5.6K subscribers
What's included in channel growth
Six work directions, each can be ordered separately or in combination. Strongest effect – when they work together.
YouTube SEO
Optimisation of title, description, tags, transcript, thumbnails, cards. Channel structure, playlists, cross-linking between videos.
Retention and CTR
Hooks (first 30 seconds), video rhythm, A/B tests of titles and thumbnails, retention graphs, viewer drop-off points.
Data-driven content plan
Topics from real demand, publication schedule, series and playlist formats. Not «guessing», data-based decisions.
Competitor parsing
Data collection by niches, keywords, competitor videos and channels. Finding growth points and undercovered topics.
AI for production
Claude/ChatGPT for scripts, descriptions, translations. Midjourney for thumbnail drafts. Parsing and analytics via API.
Work formats and timelines
I work with three base formats. You can start with a one-off audit, then decide based on results.
| Format | When it fits | What's included | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel audit | Want to understand what's wrong and where growth points are. | Channel review, report on 30+ metrics, 30-day plan. | 3-5 days |
| Basic optimisation | Channel exists, videos are okay, but views are low. | SEO of 10-20 old videos, new content plan, thumbnails. | 1-2 weeks |
| Full growth program | Serious about growing the channel and monetising. | Full cycle: strategy, SEO, content optimisation, analytics, support. | from 1 month |
| AI video translation | Want to enter other language markets. | Transcription, subtitle translation, title/description localisation via AI. | 2-5 days / video |
* Exact timeline and quote – after a free channel review: PDF with concrete plan within 24 hours.
Tools and stack
Modern stack for YouTube work: native tools, SEO services and AI for accelerating routine.
YouTube Studio
Native channel analytics: retention, CTR, demographics, traffic sources. Primary data source.
- YouTube Studio
- Analytics
SEO services
VidIQ and TubeBuddy – for tag picking and competitor analysis. Additional analytics – for depth.
- VidIQ
- TubeBuddy
AI for content
Claude and ChatGPT for scripts, hook suggestions, descriptions, translations. High text quality.
- Claude
- ChatGPT
- Whisper
Thumbnails
Midjourney, DALL-E and Figma – for thumbnail design. A/B testing variants on YouTube directly.
- Midjourney
- DALL-E
- Figma
Data parsing
YouTube Data API + custom scripts for deep analysis of niches, competitors, keywords and trends.
- YouTube API
- Python
- Pandas
Video translation
Whisper for transcription, Claude/GPT for translation. AI voice-over on request – for catalog-scale translation.
- Whisper
- ElevenLabs
- Subtitle Edit
How I work
Transparent process with concrete result checkpoints. No «growing forever» – specific steps and deadlines.
Channel audit
I go through the channel on a 30+ metrics checklist: video SEO, retention, CTR, content, traffic sources, publication rhythm.
Strategy and plan
What we implement first, what within a month, where the highest growth potential is. We agree – then work.
SEO implementation
Optimising 10-20 old videos + new videos with proper structure from start. Thumbnails, titles, descriptions.
Content and tests
A/B testing titles and thumbnails, new formats, YouTube native tests. Watching what works, doubling down.
Analytics and iterations
Every 2 weeks – metrics report, what we change next. The channel is a live project – we grow it regularly.
Related services
YouTube works well linked with a website and automation: channel brings subscribers, site converts to clients.
Frequently asked questions
Not finding yours? Ask in the website chat and I'll respond with specifics.
What does YouTube SEO include?
Optimisation of title, description, tags, transcript (subtitles), thumbnails, cards, end screens, channel description and playlists. Also – work on channel structure, cross-linking between videos, optimisation for YouTube search and recommendations. Not a one-time step but ongoing work: every new video should be optimised.
How long until channel growth?
Depends on the current channel state and niche. If the channel was «abandoned» – the first effect of SEO-optimising old videos is visible in 2-4 weeks (30-100% view growth). Stable organic subscriber growth – from 2-3 months of regular publications. No promises of «overnight rocket growth».
Which channels can't be promoted?
Channels in oversaturated niches without a unique angle. Channels with low video/audio quality – base must be solved first. Channels with serious YouTube rule violations – account health must be restored first. I'll honestly say «not taking it» if I see effect will be minimal.
Can a new channel be promoted?
Yes, and often easier than «healing» an old one. New channels have an advantage – YouTube actively tests them on small audiences. The key – correct structure from day one: proper tags and descriptions, unified thumbnail style, clear theme. Then first videos already work for SEO.
Do you use AI for content?
Yes, AI is a modern tool in YouTube work. I use Claude/ChatGPT for script generation, ideas, descriptions and translations. Midjourney and DALL-E – for thumbnail drafts. I prep drafts and analytics; the final voice and delivery stay with you.
Do you guarantee subscribers or views?
No, and no one really can. No agency controls YouTube algorithms or niche competition. I guarantee quality work by checklist. The rest depends on regularity and video quality. My experience: 1.4M views on one of my channels.
Can you work with a channel in another language?
Yes. I work with channels in Russian, English, German, Polish. I know each market's specifics. Translating existing videos via AI is a separate service that opens the old catalog to new audiences.
Where do I start?
Best option – a free SEO-review of the channel. Send a link, I'll go through the checklist: what's weak in SEO, where retention drops, which topics are undercovered. PDF with concrete plan within 24 hours.
Start with a free channel review
Send a channel link – I'll send a PDF within 24 hours: what's weak in SEO, where retention drops, which topics are undercovered, what to improve first. No commitment to continue.