This guide shows you how to:
- Publish Episode 1 (the moment your show launches)
- Add new episodes each week so every fan automatically receives the latest file in their library
(Process is identical for any MP4 series—stand-up sets, sketch shows, vodcasts, etc.)
1. Prepare Your Assets
Needed |
Specs / Tips |
Episode 1 video file |
MP4 · H.264/H.265 · 1080p or higher |
Series cover art |
1920 × 1080 JPG/PNG |
15–60s trailer (optional) |
Upload as Preview File |
Caption file (optional) |
SRT or VTT — for accessibility & SEO |
Release cadence |
Choose a consistent drop time (e.g., every Wednesday) |
2. Publish Episode 1
- Log in at studio.curios.com
- Click ➕ New Project → name it “Laugh Riot Weekly”
- On the Project page, click + New Collection
Inside the Collection editor:
- Title: “Laugh Riot Weekly – Episode 1”
- Description: recap + “new episodes drop every Wednesday”
- Upload cover image
- Private Files: Upload Episode1.mp4 + SRT/VTT (if available)
- Preview Files: Upload teaser trailer
- Sales & Pricing: Set Buy Now at $4.99 (or bundle)
Click Create Collection, then Publish Project—Episode 1 is live.
3. How Fans Buy & Watch
- Click Buy Now → episode streams/downloads instantly
- Email + purchase info lands in your Orders tab
4. Add Episode 2 (and beyond)
- Open the Laugh Riot Weekly project → click Open next to the collection
- In Private Files, click Upload Media Files → drag in Episode2.mp4
- Rename file if desired (e.g., “Episode 2 – Heckler Edition”)
- Edit the Description: update to “Now includes Episodes 1–2”
- Click Update Collection
Curios delivers the new episode instantly to all previous buyers. New buyers see the full list of available files.
5. Optional Upgrades & Tips
Goal |
How-to |
Presell the full season |
Create collection early with no Private Files; upload Ep 1 on release day |
Offer rentals |
Add second listing: Rental – $1.99 – 48h |
Mid-season bundle |
Duplicate project → include Eps 1–6 → discount pricing |
Email updates |
Export Orders → send “New Episode!” via Mailchimp/ConvertKit |
Boost visibility |
Upgrade to Lite/PRO for homepage or carousel slots |
6. Launch-Day & Weekly Checklist
- Encode + check new episode
- Upload MP4 (+ captions) to Private Files
- Update description with episode count
- Click Update Collection
- Export buyer list → send “New episode live!” email
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