Official YouTube Blog: september 2009

Hackday Yields Easier Way of Sharing Private Videos

miðvikudagur, 30. september 2009

generate a special URL

So test it out: go here and click on Edit on any one of your videos. Scroll down to "Broadcasting and Sharing Options," and you should see the privacy settings there. Click on Private to unlock the different ways of sharing the video, including the option to generate a limited-access URL. You can find out more about private videos in this Help Center article.
Mike Lambert, Software Engineer, recently watched a friend's private video.

Warner Music Comes Back to YouTube

þriðjudagur, 29. september 2009

Chris Maxcy, Director of YouTube Partner Development

YouTube Musicians Launch a Label

mánudagur, 28. september 2009

We love to brag about successful projects that happen in our community, and so when we heard about DFTBA Records, the label that's all about acts that rose up on YouTube, run by YouTube stalwarts/songwriters Alan Lastufka (fallofautumndistro) and Hank Green (vlogbrothers), we just knew this had to be the subject of a Music Tuesday spotlight. Thus, on the homepage today is a DFTBA showcase, including a premiere of "Live on the Internet" from comedy duo Rhett & Link (cameo alert! a certain rapper appears in the video). You can also hear Hank and Alan talk about why they started DFTBA -- which, by the way, stands for "don't forget to be awesome" -- and experience a taste of their own music.

To date, DFTBA Records has released 10 CDs from YouTube stars like Dave Days, Venetian Princess, and Rhett & Link, and sales have surpassed $100,000. They operate as an independent distribution network, managing digital sales, CD production and (soon) merchandise for popular users like Michael Buckley. So if you're a talented YouTube user with an original song to sing, you may want to check out their site for more details on how to participate...and be even more awesome.
Michele Flannery, YouTube Music, recently favorited "Wildbirds & Peacedrums - My Heart"

The Facebook Challenge: Day 60 - The End!

mánudagur, 28. september 2009

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Ramya Raghavan, Nonprofits Manager, recently watched "George Clooney Wants to Hear From You."

Calling All Creative Types...

fimmtudagur, 24. september 2009

Creator's Cornerartiste

video tutorials about actions on YouTube, special effects techniques, tips on being successful on the site and much more

Help Center articles about editing videos, optimizing them for YouTube, and the basics of uploading

a "feature kit" of tools available to creators

tons of project ideas

a dedicated forum for creative discussions and collaboration

a blog focused on all the cool stuff you make on YouTube

discount offers on products you're most likely to covet as a video-maker (right now Apple is offering free shipping on all orders over $50)

cool graphics to place on your blog or site, to direct people back to your YouTube channel or video

read about tilt-shifting and timelapse"Metal Heart" videobadge gallerygive the site a whirlin the forumMia Quagliarello, Community Manager, recently watched "The Old City of Dubrovnik."

User Inspires Favicon Change

miðvikudagur, 23. september 2009

FaviconTypophilea post

So thank you, Miha at Typophile, for calling that out and being the catalyst behind this change. You are among the many users who've inspired us to do better, and for that we've got a thank you gift with your name on it heading your way.

Margaret Stewart, User Experience Manager, recently favorited "Twits: Episode 1 - P. Diddy, Lindsay Lohan, Brooke Hogan."

Join World Leaders on the Road to Copenhagen

þriðjudagur, 22. september 2009

In December, world leaders will meet in Copenhagen to discuss a global agreement on climate change as part of the United Nations’ Climate Change Convention (often referred to as COP15). The goal of the meeting is to reduce global warming emissions and ultimately chart a course that avoids the most severe impacts of climate change.

The road to Copenhagen begins now, as heads of state flock to the United Nations in hopes of laying the groundwork for COP15. That's why today, with the Danish government, we're launching the YouTube COP15 channel, where you can you can raise your thoughts and questions on climate change through an initiative called "Raise Your Voice."

We know that you've never been afraid to make your opinions heard on this important issue, from uploading footage of road trips to halt climate change in India to creating humorous educational videos about global warming:

Now here's your chance to submit your most pressing questions about climate change to world leaders through YouTube. All approved entries will be broadcast on screens around COP15 in December and rated by viewers of the channel. The top-rated entries will be put in front of a panel of experts at an interactive debate that will be globally aired by YouTube/CNN International. Two winners will also receive a trip to Copenhagen to be present at the debate.

Ramya Raghavan, Nonprofits & Activism, recently watched "Facing the Floods"

Five Stars Dominate Ratings

þriðjudagur, 22. september 2009

thisyouShiva Rajaraman, Product Manager, recently rated "Dr Who and the Daleks."

Extending the Olive Branch on YouTube

mánudagur, 21. september 2009

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My Take on PeaceJude LawLenny KravitzAlanis Morissettemoving storywickydkewl

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Ramya Raghavan, Nonprofits & Activism Manager, recently watched "Banner Deployed at Niagara Falls."

If Only Every Homework Assignment Had Prizes Like This...

mánudagur, 21. september 2009

Department of Education's YouTube channel

www.ed.gov/iamwhatilearn
Ramya Raghavan, News and Politics, recently watched "Media Multitaskers Pay Mental Price."

Release Notes: 9/17/09

fimmtudagur, 17. september 2009

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The Votes Are In: Fall TV's Most Anticipated Show

miðvikudagur, 16. september 2009

Fall TVMythbustersviral video mythsHouseThe Vampire DiariesmoviesGlee HeroesFall TVMark Day, YouTube Comedy, has "Caprica" on his Fall TV must-see list.

First Round of Democracy Definers Find Fame - Will You?

þriðjudagur, 15. september 2009

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State Department's YouTube channelDemocracy Video Challenge YouTube channelState Department's websiteSteve Grove, News & Politics, recently watched, "MTV VMAs Remix: Kanye West Interrupts Obama's Speech."

The Facebook Challenge: Day 46

þriðjudagur, 15. september 2009

the race for the most Facebook fansFacebook groupearlier blog posthereRamya Raghavan, Nonprofits & Activism Manager, recently favorited "President Clinton Wants You to Submit a Question."

A Year of Interactive Video Annotations

mánudagur, 14. september 2009

Choose a different ending

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Provide dynamic commentary: Basically, this means placing a layer of comments on a video; things like director comments, pet dubbing clips, and how-to tips for everything from origami to guitar lessons.

Add interactive links and menus: Many video-makers use the links to direct traffic to other videos and to create spatial video menus.

Create branching story-lines: Unlike the above two types, which maintain the individual video as the comprehensive story unit, this third group emphasizes a collection of videos organized in a hierarchical structure as a new format of storytelling. Here we find a wide spectrum of use cases, including interactive advertisements, murder mysteries and even wacky dating tips.

Play interactive games: The climax of interactive sophistication can be found in these intricate collections of interconnected video elements. Examples include spot the difference, break-dance competitions and this clever ad agency homepage that's actually a YouTube interactive video.

We really find it hard to imagine that all this happened in just one year, and can't wait to see how you might knock us out in 2010. So go ahead and choose your own ending…Michael Fink, Software Engineer, recently favorited "Annotize me!"

Looking Back on 9/11 in Remembrance and Service

föstudagur, 11. september 2009

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9-11 Day of Service

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Ramya Raghavan, Nonprofits & Activism, recently watched "102 Minutes That Changed America"

Coming Soon: Finding Your Friends on YouTube

miðvikudagur, 9. september 2009

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Elizabeth Windram, Senior User Experience Designer, recently watchedFolding-Time at Burning Man 2005: One Month at The Man."

Live on YouTube Today: President Obama's Address to Congress

miðvikudagur, 9. september 2009

Although the United States Congress was out on recess for most of August, the debate over health care reform was hotter than ever this last month, as the lively town hall meetings and non-stop stumping by politicians has shown.

You can watch President Obama address a joint session of Congress and the nation tonight at 8 pm ET to lay out the White House's plan for health care reform. We'll be live-streaming the address on YouTube on the White House channel (youtube.com/whitehouse), so make sure to tune in.

Olivia Ma, News Manager, recently watched Senator Al Franken draws map of USA

How Do We Build Better Schools? Ask the Students

þriðjudagur, 8. september 2009

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Ramya Raghavan, Nonprofits & Activism, recently watched "Jazz Guitar Lesson."

Adopt a Feature: All Hail MikeandToneRP

mánudagur, 7. september 2009

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Learn More About Insight featuring BeforeAndAfterTV's video

Subscribing to Videos featuring Yobachi2007's video

How to Add Closed Captions and Subtitles featuring SandburgSpartans' video

Hunter Walk, Director, Product Management, recently favorited "Metal Heart by Keith Loutit - in HD."

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