u/PaperboyComics

Back in June, I started a faceless YouTube channel focused on AI animated comedy. So far, the channel has gained over 60 subscribers. One video hit 31,000 views, and another reached 11,000 views. I promised myself I would keep making content for a full year, and I fully intend to stick to that plan. Even though I understand channel growth will naturally be slow after only two months, my motivation is fading.

​My lack of motivation has nothing to do with the workload. I actually love editing videos. It is my true passion. I ran a successful YouTube channel 10 years ago, but I stepped away after the first year. I still genuinely enjoy creating videos. This time, I chose to use AI and remain anonymous because I have a career that I do not want to risk.

​I love comedy and skits, so that is exactly what I want my channel to be about. Comedy always evolves, and it keeps up perfectly with current trends. I have a blast when I am editing, and I love the creative process behind it. For example, I came up with an idea about what robberies will look like five years from now. I had a clear picture in my head and used AI to bring the whole thing to life. It came out really well, and I was surprised. The editing blended everything together nicely. I know there is real creativity in what I do.

​However, it is hard to push forward when the majority of people refuse to support it. The lack of motivation comes from the negative backlash against AI, especially when it involves artistic work. YouTube is a platform built for creators and artists. When you use AI for art, it is heavily frowned upon. People call it "AI slop" and refuse to watch it because they believe AI is bad for the community.

​I love AI, but it seems like the artistic side might never receive positive feedback. That is my main concern. I am using AI on a content platform where art is always involved. I think people are much more accepting of using AI for tools like research, school, or work. When it comes to art, that is where people draw the line. I also struggle with the fact that these AI models learn from real artists who do not get credit or get paid. My high expectations are colliding with a harsh reality, and I honestly do not know what to do next.

​What are your thoughts on this situation, and how would you handle it?

I said BROCHURE.

I'd love some feedback. Let me know if you like it.

I am so happy that I found this community because I feel like AI gets a bad rap, especially in the YouTube world. I see a lot of people saying "AI slop" and "AI garbage," when in reality AI can be extremely useful as a tool. I make comedy video animations using still images and video clips. My videos usually last 30 to 40 seconds because they are meant to be shorts, but some of those videos have taken me 2 to 3 hours to edit.

Since my channel is mainly focused on jokes, I have to come up with a script, the correct images, the right video movement, appropriate sound effects, and fitting background music to put it all together. I really feel like this whole process requires a lot of creativity. I do not understand the hate, but I am happy that there are people out there who are embracing this technology.

I started a new channel three weeks ago and originally uploaded regular videos that were under a minute long, but I recently decided to switch to YouTube Shorts instead.

However, I want to know if I should maintain a balance between both formats. When viewers visit my channel page, they might notice that I haven't posted a traditional video in two weeks, even though my Shorts schedule is daily.

What are your thoughts on this approach?