How to Become a UGC Creator: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
More and more brands are turning to UGC (User-Generated Content) creators to produce authentic, engaging content that truly resonates with their target audience. If you’re creative and comfortable in front of a camera, this is a massive opportunity.
Whether you want to turn your passion into a career or simply join the thriving community of content creators, here is the Influence4You step-by-step guide to becoming a successful UGC creator.
The Big Question: Do You Need a Following to Do UGC?
Not necessarily. While having a community is a plus for brands looking for distribution (posting on your social channels), it isn’t a requirement for “UGC-only” deals. If you have talent and creativity, you can succeed even with zero followers.
We distinguish between two types of UGC creators:
- Influencer UGC Creators: Creators with an existing community (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube).
- Pure UGC Creators: Creators who focus solely on content production and acting, regardless of their own follower count.
Tips for Influencer UGC (Creators with a Following)
If you already have—or want to build—an audience, follow these steps:
1. Identify Your Niche
The first step is finding your “North Star.” What are you passionate about? Whether it’s high-fashion, skincare, travel, tech, or even dwarf hamsters—focus on subjects where you can provide unique value and expertise.
2. Choose the Right Platforms
Pick the channels that best suit your niche. TikTok and Instagram Reels are currently the leaders for short-form UGC, while YouTube remains the king of long-form tutorials and reviews.
3. Produce High-Quality Content
Quality is non-negotiable. Invest time in planning, lighting, and clear audio. Learn the “product showcase” basics—how to film a skincare texture, a fashion “fit check,” or a tech unboxing. High production value leads to higher-paying partnerships.
4. Authenticity is Your Superpower
Audiences can smell “fake” from a mile away. Share honest opinions and real experiences. Engagement is a two-way street: reply to comments and ask your audience questions.
5. Master SEO and Hashtags
Use relevant keywords and hashtags to help brands and users discover your work. Research popular search terms in your niche to boost your discoverability.
6. Consistency & Persistence
Building a community takes time. Leading creators like Tibo InShape have posted over 3,700 videos—one a day for 10 years! While you don’t need to wait 10 years to start making money, persistence is the key to longevity.
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Tips for Pure UGC Creators (No Following Required)
You can start your UGC journey today with nothing but a smartphone, a ring light, and some editing software.
The Challenge: If you don’t have a “book” or a portfolio, how do you prove your talent to brands? The Solution: Influence4You is the only platform that offers Video Challenges.
On our platform, we don’t just look at your stats. You can browse brand briefs and submit your video directly. The brand chooses the content, not the follower count. This levels the playing field, giving a talented beginner the same chance as a top-tier creator.
Our advice for beginners:
- Sign up for free as a creator.
- Study the competition: Look at winning videos to see what hooks and transitions are working.
- Read the brief carefully: Following directions is the #1 way to get your video purchased.
- Be resilient: You might need to submit 5 or 10 videos before landing that first €300 check.
Why Start Your UGC Journey with Influence4You?
We bridge the gap between traditional influencer marketing and pure UGC. Our platform offers a mix of:
- Classic UGC: You apply, the brand selects you, sends the product, and you create the content.
- Video Challenges: You create the content first, and the brand buys the usage rights if they love it.
The Benefits for Creators:
- Transparency: Know exactly how much you will be paid before you start.
- Product Gifting: Receive a wide variety of products to test and keep.
- Simplicity: A streamlined dashboard to manage all your campaigns.
- Reliability: We’ve been a market leader since 2015!
Final Pro-Tips for Success
- Use Editing Tools: Master apps like CapCut or Premiere Rush to add professional transitions and captions.
- Study Success: Analyze top UGC creators in your niche to understand their “hooks” and “calls to action.”
- Be Professional: Meet your deadlines and follow the legal guidelines for disclosure (e.g., “Paid Partnership” labels).
The journey to becoming a professional UGC creator starts with a single video. Grab your smartphone and start creating today!
Becoming a UGC creator can be a rewarding and fulfilling journey. By following these expert tips, you can produce compelling content, build a loyal community, and partner with top-tier brands to share your passions with the world.
The barrier to entry has never been lower—so grab your camera or smartphone and start your UGC journey today!
Are you a brand looking for more information? Explore our professional UGC offers here!
