Now is a pivotal moment in the creator economy.
With Amazon Prime and Netflix adding ads to their services, YouTube is quickly responding. YouTube's CEO is making big moves, especially one that directly challenges Prime and Netflix. A key part of these plans is YouTube's goal to be a main choice for TV watchers and to make their subscription service even better.
YouTube started as a dating app on Valentine's Day, but has grown into the top place for all kinds of videos, from how-tos to vlogs. Now, it wants to be part of the 'Netflix & chill' trend, trying to create a 'YouTube and chill' vibe with its own twist. more captivating phrase to capture the essence of leisurely streaming.
However, YouTube's way of reaching this goal is causing some concern. The platform is asking its video makers to make their videos more suitable for watching on TV, aiming for content that's worth subscribing to. Oddly, at the same time, YouTube has cut 100 jobs in its creator support team. This raises questions about how much help creators will get from YouTube to make their content better.
Here's what these changes could mean for the world of content creation:
Filling the Support Gap: With fewer people in YouTube's support team, there's a gap that needs filling. It's likely that other services will step in to offer the help that YouTube used to provide. This is a chance for creators to find new ways to improve their videos and get advice.
Algorithm boost for Longer Videos: If you make long, engaging videos, you might get a boost from YouTube's system. This encourages creators to spend more time making videos that keep viewers watching, which fits well with watching YouTube on your TV.
New YouTube Studios and Channels: With a focus on high-quality TV-worthy content, we might see new YouTube studios and specific channels. These could focus on producing top-notch videos and stories, making online videos feel more like traditional TV shows.
The big question is whether 'YouTube and chill' will catch on. With YouTube's huge variety of videos and its focus on making watching better, 'YouTube and chill' could very well become a thing.
Whether 'YouTube and chill' becomes as popular as Netflix's version, one thing is clear: the world of online content is changing. And with these changes, the way we watch and interact with videos is evolving too.