Educational articles Can I download copyright-free music? You’ve probably heard the term ‘copyright-free music.’ But where does that phrase come from, is it correct, and can you download ‘copyright-free’ background music for your content?
Educational articles YouTube SEO: Everything you need to know SEO is essential for website traffic. But did you know that it applies to YouTube? Discover how to optimize your YouTube channel to rank higher and pull in more viewers.
Educational articles What is film grain, and how can you use it in your content? Once you dive into the world of content creation, film grain is something you might come across – but what is it? When people talk about film grain texture or film grain overlay, what do they mean?
Educational articles Your guide to lavalier microphones When it comes to audio gear, there’s so much choice out there. One option is the lavalier microphone, or the ‘lav mic.’ In this guide, we’ll explain what a lavalier microphone is, what it does, who it’s for, and what the best kit for the job is.
Educational articles 10 tips to get more subscribers on YouTube There are more than 37 million YouTube channels online, and just a fraction rake in more than 1,000 subscribers. So, how do you join them?
Educational articles What is the best streaming software? Streaming is one of the most common ways to enjoy content today. But if you want to stream yourself, there are lots of options to choose from. So which software is the best choice for you?
Educational articles What is TikTok and how does it work? What is TikTok, how does it work, is it worth spending your time on, and finally: what's the ultimate time to post on TikTok? Today, we’ll answer all the questions you might have about TikTok.
Educational articles How to make a YouTube thumbnail Thumbnails are an essential part of growing a YouTube channel as it’s the first thing people see when they are searching for content. Here's how to make one.
Educational articles Direct licensing: Explained Direct licensing covers all rights, including public performance. It's made possible by companies owning all of the financial rights to their music.
Educational articles How to create evergreen content Being able to create content that continues to provide value as time passes is a secret weapon for any creative. But how do you go about doing that? Storyteller Tristan Barrocks explains what evergreen content is, why it’s invaluable and how to create it.
Educational articles How to become a Twitch streamer The streaming market is thriving, and the first platform that might come to mind when talking about streaming is Twitch. But how do you become a Twitch streamer?
Educational articles How to add music to YouTube videos Enhancing your video with music can take it from good to great. Here’s how to add music to your YouTube videos, step by step.
Educational articles How to make passive income as a creative Passive income is money you earn that doesn’t require much 'active' work to continue making. However, it requires a lot of hours to get things moving. This article will explain how to make passive income as a creative.
Educational articles How to determine which content works best: KPIs to measure as a brand Tracking KPIs is a great way of pinpointing what content works, and what doesn't. But which ones should you track? Let's find out.
Educational articles How to make a YouTube banner Having a sleek YouTube banner is a great way to attract your audience’s attention. If you don’t know how to make a YouTube Banner, today we’re going to give you the ins and outs.
Educational articles How to manage your finances as a content creator Once you start making money on your content creation it’s crucial to get in control of your financial situation. Content creator and personal finance pro, Steve Antonioni, gives us his best tips on how to manage your money.
Educational articles Why we believe Epidemic Sound’s music licensing model is your best bet Here's a breakdown of why Epidemic Sound's direct license model might be your best choice when it comes to getting access to high-quality music and sound effects.
Educational articles How to add subtitles to your YouTube videos Adding subtitles to your YouTube videos will help with accessibility and help your videos rank higher and be recommended more often. Here's how to do it.
Educational articles 7 ways to grow your social media following today As an aspiring creator and influencer, starting to build your brand and following from zero might feel tough and, at times, even impossible. We’ve collected seven tips on how to grow your audience from 0.
Educational articles How we built a six-figure freelance filmmaking business from scratch Freelance filmmaker brothers Matti and Teppo Haapoja share their 10 freelancing tip with Epidemic Sound.
Educational articles 5 ways to improve your digital storytelling Tristan Barrocks, ‘The Digital Storyteller,’ guides us through the ABCs of great digital storytelling and provides five ways to improve your storytelling today.
Educational articles How to make the best videos for all social media platforms Video is the way of the future. It captures an audience's attention and allows you to connect with the people you're selling your product to. Here's how to make the best videos for all social media platforms.
Educational articles Afrobeat and the influence of America Our third and final genre deep dive in celebration of Black History Month is dedicated to afrobeat. Take it away, Kiara Lanier – actress, afrobeat singer, and CEO of Hits For Life Production Company.
Educational articles How to make a YouTube intro for your channel What does a great YouTube intro consist of? And how do you create one? Lizzie Peirce takes us through the different steps of how to make an effective intro for your YouTube channel. In collaboration with Adobe Stock and Epidemic Sound.
Educational articles Top 10 video and audio editing hacks you need to know As a content creator, having a few hacks up your sleeve to make your editing process quicker and easier – is priceless. Here's 10 new hacks for both audio and video editing. In collaboration with Adobe Stock and Epidemic Sound.