How to Make Top 10 List Videos with AI (Fast & Easy)

Top 10 list videos are perfect for faceless channels: easy to script, endlessly repeatable, and highly watchable. Here's how to make them efficiently.

Why Top 10 Videos Work

• Clear structure: Viewers know what to expect
• High retention: People watch to see #1
• Easy SEO: "Top 10 X" is highly searchable
• Repeatable: Endless topics in any niche

The Production Workflow

Step 1: Research (30 min)

1. Find trending topics with vidIQ
2. Check what's ranking for "Top 10 [your niche]"
3. Gather facts/sources for your list

Step 2: Script (30 min)

Use ChatGPT with this prompt:

Write a Top 10 list script about [TOPIC].

Structure for each item:
- Number and name
- 2-3 interesting facts
- Why it deserves this ranking
- Transition to next item

Start with a hook, end with CTA.
Total length: 8-10 minutes when spoken.

Step 3: Voice (10 min)

• Generate with ElevenLabs
• Use an engaging, slightly dramatic voice
• Add pauses between items

Step 4: Visuals (45 min)

• Find relevant stock footage on Pexels
• Use 3-5 clips per list item
• Add text overlays for each number
• Include relevant images/graphics

Step 5: Edit (30 min)

• Sync visuals to voiceover in CapCut
• Add countdown graphics
• Include background music (low volume)
• Add subscribe reminder at #5

Total Time: ~2.5 hours

With practice, you can produce 2-3 Top 10 videos per day.

Title Formulas

• "Top 10 [Things] You Won't Believe Exist"
• "10 [Things] That Will Blow Your Mind"
• "Top 10 [Things] of All Time"
• "10 [Things] You Didn't Know About [Topic]"

Niches That Work

• Animals / Nature
• History / Facts
• Technology / Gadgets
• Sports moments
• Movies / TV
• Mysteries / Unsolved

Common Mistakes

• Too short: Aim for 8-12 minutes for ad revenue
• Boring intro: Start with your most interesting fact
• No variety: Mix up visuals, don't just show static images
• #1 is weak: Save your best item for last