The Creator Co-op: Why the Future of VTubing Should Belong to the Talent
A talent-first look at VTubing, agency models and why creator-owned cooperation can build a healthier future for virtual entertainers.
Author
Leo Wattenberg
Author of kw.media blog posts about YouTube, creator strategy, VTubing and platform questions.
About Leo
Leo Wattenberg
Creative Director
- YouTube Certified
- YouTube Product Expert
- VTuber Specialist
Leo Wattenberg writes the blog posts for kw.media. His topics range from YouTube strategy and copyright to VTubing, platform policy and creator models.
He works across multimedia production, film, web design and VR, combining practical YouTube experience with a clear view of creator realities.
team@kw.mediaBlog posts by Leo Wattenberg
YouTube Channel Banner Template (UPDATED 2024)
Download and use a YouTube channel banner template with safe areas and dimensions for desktop, mobile, TV and profile layouts.
Getting Started with YouTube Live Streaming
A beginner-friendly walkthrough for setting up YouTube Live streams, creating events, choosing settings and going live with confidence.
Getting started with OBS: A beginner’s guide
Learn the OBS basics for recording and streaming, from scenes and sources to audio setup, resolution and first-stream preparation.
The best 7 methods of secondary stream usage
Seven practical ways to reuse live streams after broadcast, from highlight clips and Shorts to podcasts, archives and evergreen content.
The Wattenberg-Indicator
A practical content model for understanding audience intent on YouTube and planning videos beyond the old Hero-Hub-Help framework.
I got a strike. What now?
What to do after receiving a YouTube strike: stay calm, understand deadlines, prepare an appeal and avoid making the situation worse.
Be a YouTuber, not a NewTuber. Make great Content.
Why strong content matters more than growth hacks, and how creators can focus their energy on videos viewers actually want to watch.
How to get clicks on YouTube thumbnails: The AIDA model
Use the AIDA model to plan YouTube thumbnails that earn attention, create interest and improve click-through without misleading viewers.
AVerMedia NEXUS AX310 & Streamer MIC 330 – Review
A creator-focused review of the AVerMedia NEXUS AX310 and Streamer MIC 330 for streaming audio, control and production workflows.
How to use Social Media to grow your YouTube Channel
How to use social media to reach new viewers, revive older videos and support the growth of your YouTube channel without wasting effort.
Let’s talk about money & sponsorships!
A practical guide to sponsorships for YouTube creators, including pricing, negotiation, deliverables and valuing niche audiences.
The Audio Guide to Happiness, or: How to make your Streams & Videos sound good
A practical audio guide for creators covering microphones, levels, noise, room sound and the basics of making streams easier to hear.
Mobile Producion for Everyone
A practical guide to mobile production for YouTube and livestreaming, from phones and audio to setup choices for flexible creation.
Why Grinding is bad for you
Why constant grinding can hurt creators, and how smarter planning, healthier pacing and better ideas can support sustainable channel growth.
The “Fuck Copyright” guide: How to legally use things in your videos that other people made
A plain-language copyright guide for creators who want to use music, clips and other people's work without risking their channel.
Starting a Gaming Channel on a budget
How to start a gaming channel on a budget, including practical priorities for gear, audio, software and early production choices.
How to not fuck up your thumbnails – a YouTube Tutorial
A direct guide to better YouTube thumbnails, covering titles, contrast, readability and the mistakes that quietly cost creators clicks.
Simple YouTube SEO for Gaming Channels
A practical YouTube SEO guide for gaming channels, covering keywords, titles, descriptions, chapters, competition and search intent.