How to Make Animation Stickman Videos Go Viral (AI Guide)
If you've spent any time on YouTube's "Explore" page recently, you might have noticed a surprising trend. It isn't high-budget travel vlogs or celebrity interviews dominating the algorithm—it's Stickman animations.
These seemingly simple videos are milking the YouTube Partner Program dry. Top channels in this niche are pulling in millions of views per month. With a realistic RPM (Revenue Per Mille) for storytelling and animation niches, creators can earn upwards of $4,000 per video on their highest-performing uploads.
The best part? You don't need to be an artist, an animator, or even have a drawing tablet. In 2024, the secret to success is knowing how to make animation stickman videos using an AI stack.
Here is the step-by-step breakdown of how to build a viral animation channel from scratch.
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Why Stickman Animations?
Before we dive into the tools, it is important to understand why these videos work.
1. Universal Appeal: Stick figures transcend language barriers. 2. High Retention: Fast-paced storytelling keeps viewers watching. 3. High RPM: Advertisers love safe, animated content, leading to higher payouts per 1,000 views.
Ready to start? Here is the 3-step AI workflow.
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Step 1: Ideation and Prompt Engineering with ChatGPT
The hardest part of animation used to be the storyboard. Now, it takes seconds.
To start, head over to ChatGPT.
1. Navigate to the "Explore" tab (the GPT store). 2. Search for a GPT called "Stickman Visuals." 3. Start a chat and type in a broad concept or trending topic.
"Chinese New Year celebration gone wrong."
In return, the AI will generate seven distinct, highly detailed text-to-image prompts tailored specifically for stickman aesthetics. Copy these prompts—they are the blueprint for your visuals.
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Step 2: Generating Characters with OpenArt
Now that you have your text prompts, you need to turn them into high-quality visuals. For this, we are using OpenArt, a powerhouse for consistent character generation.
1. Go to OpenArt.ai. 2. Crucial Step: Select the model "Nano Banana Pro." This model is excellent at capturing the simplistic yet stylized look required for high-quality stickman art. 3. Paste the prompts you copied from ChatGPT. 4. Hit Generate.
You will instantly get visuals that look like they were drawn by a professional digital artist—clean lines, expressive poses, and perfect backgrounds.
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Step 3: Animate with Kling AI
Static images won't get you monetization on YouTube; you need movement. This is where the new Kling Video Model comes in. It is currently one of the best tools for turning static images into fluid video.
1. Upload your OpenArt visuals into the Kling AI video interface. 2. Set your motion parameters (usually, the default works well for stickmen). 3. Generate.
The result? Your static stickman is now fighting, running, or celebrating. The AI handles the physics and the movement interpolation, leaving you with a clip ready for your timeline.
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Putting It All Together
Once you have your clips:
Learning how to make animation stickman videos is no longer about drawing frame-by-frame; it is about mastering this AI workflow.
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Want the Full Breakdown?
If you want a complete PDF guide that includes the specific prompt structures, the exact settings I use for Nano Banana Pro, and how to optimize your YouTube tags for this niche, drop a comment below or subscribe to our newsletter!
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