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Creatorland Newsletter #34 | Exclusive Deal For You, TikTok Predicts the Future, Netflix Sidemen Show, & Black Friday Shopping Trends

In this edition, we highlight our latest Creatorland Insider deal, explore TikTok’s bold predictions for the future, spotlight Netflix’s approval of the Sidemen’s latest show, and uncover key Black Friday shopping trends shaping the creator economy!

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👋 Hey hey Creatorland Community!

In today’s newsletter

  • Ready For Your Black Friday Deal? Insider Membership Is Only $9.99!

  • TikTok Tells Creators the Future: At their LA Creator Summit, TikTok unveils bold predictions and tips to keep creators ahead of the game.

  • Black Friday Shopping Trends: Beyond the discounts, a deeper transformation is unfolding — creators are taking center stage as vital drivers of retail success.

  • Netflix Approves The Sidemen Show: Netflix is strengthening its connection to the creator economy by commissioning a new project with the hugely popular YouTube influencer group, The Sidemen.

Creatorland Insider: Designed For Creators & Brands

We’ve launched our own Black Friday deal: subscribe to Creatorland Insider for just $9.99/month!

This special pricing is designed to make Insider accessible to every creator, giving you the tools and benefits to take your career to the next level. Whether you’re looking to boost your earnings, strengthen connections, or secure more opportunities, now is the perfect time to join. Check out some of Insider’s top features below!

Get Inspired. Get Discovered. Get Hired!

Making good content alone isn’t enough to make a sustainable income anymore. As you’ve probably experienced already, the power of connection and network cannot be understated. That’s why we’ve built the ultimate premium feature suite for talent looking to win more deals.

Get Noticed by Appearing first in Search

Want to stand out? Ensure your profile gets the most possible attention by elevating yourself in search results on Creatorland.

Insiders receive a 20% boost in profile views on average.

Get your profile & resume in front of more decision makers.

Win more deals by letting hiring managers on Creatorland know what you’re capable of!

Insiders can craft custom outreach messages for Network Supercharge and members who are hiring or likely to hire.

See who is checking you out!

Never miss an opportunity with expanded access to Profile Viewers. People who’ve viewed you have already shown interest, so they’re more likely to respond when you reach out.

Access who’s viewed your profile over the last 90 days, and coming soon, browse other users profiles Icognito 🫣.

(Excludes anonymous viewers)

Top Insights, Every Month for all your socials.

See how you compare to other similar creators, view performance trends, deep analytics on your audiences, your top 50 most notable followers and likers, and a whole lot more. Blueprints are $12 a month when purchased separately, now included at no extra charge with your monthly Insider membership.

View Samples or Learn more about Insider Blueprints.

Insider comes with a ton of other amazing features like access to an AI-Powered Digital Talent Manager Co-Creator, Analytics privacy controls, up to 7 connected socials in Analytics*, access to exclusive deals, education, events & rewards, and advanced search controls*.

See the full breakdown here, or lock in Insider for $9.99 by clicking below. 👇

📰 Creator Economy News

🎬 Netflix and The Sidemen Team Up for Exclusive Series

Netflix is diving deeper into the creator economy with a major partnership featuring YouTube powerhouse The Sidemen. The global streaming giant has picked up Inside, The Sidemen’s hit long-form reality show, for a second season and is also launching a U.S. version of the format.

Here's the scoop:

  • The UK Series: Season 2 of Inside is bringing 12 creators together to compete for a £1M (~$1.26M) prize. Currently in production, it’ll premiere exclusively on Netflix. 💥

  • The U.S. Adaptation: A U.S. spin-off is also in the works, with production starting soon. 🎬

  • Executive Producers: The Sidemen team — including Ethan "Behzinga" Payne, KSI, and more — are leading both projects, marking their move from YouTube to mainstream media. 👏

So why does this matter?

With over 21 million YouTube subscribers and 6.5 billion views, The Sidemen are a dominant force in the creator economy. This collaboration signals Netflix’s growing interest in creator-led content: where traditional entertainment meets digital-first talent.

📱 TikTok's Future is Long – Long-Form Content, That Is!

The platform is doubling down on long-form content, high production value, and exclusive paywalled content for creators. With competition against YouTube heating up, TikTok is unveiling new strategies to attract creators while giving them the tools to earn more.

Here’s a little TLDR of what was shared at the summit:

  • 🎬 Long-Form Content Focus: TikTok’s pushing for longer videos, offering rewards for high-quality content. Creators can earn up to 15x more per month with well-crafted, detailed videos. 💰🎥

  • 🔒 Paywall & Subscriptions: TikTok’s launching paywalled feeds, letting creators build exclusive communities for a monthly fee. Time to turn your fans into paying subscribers! 💸🔑

  • 🎯 Content Tips: Want to level up? Nail your structure, hook viewers in the first 5 seconds, and use text/effects to keep it engaging. It’s all about that high-production vibe! ✨

TikTok is positioning itself as a destination for serious, high-production content. The future of TikTok could very well lie in content that's as polished and monetized as YouTube’s — just with a little more flair.

🛍️ Creator Economy Drives Black Friday Trends

Black Friday has shifted from one chaotic shopping day to a months-long event, and this year, creators are at the center of the action, driving major retail success. 📅💥

The Key Takeaways:

  1. Creator Traffic Surge: Linktree’s 2024 report shows a 150% increase in traffic driven by creator recommendations on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Creators are now essential to e-commerce success! 🚀

  2. Social Media Overhaul: TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are taking the lead in reshaping shopping trends, with consumers preferring creator-recommended products over traditional ads. 🔥

  3. Authenticity is Key: Consumers are relying more on trusted creators’ opinions, with 63% of creators refusing to endorse brands they don’t believe in. Honest endorsements build trust, and trust drives sales. 💸

  4. Big Numbers: Sephora saw a 75% increase in clicks from creator content during early sales. Other brands are also seeing huge boosts, thanks to influencer-driven shopping links. 📈

  5. Creator Struggles: Despite the success, creators face challenges like inconsistency and unpredictable algorithms, especially during high-pressure events like Black Friday. 🧠

The creator economy is shaping up to be a powerhouse this holiday season 🎁 

🔥 Hot Opportunities

🚨 Arcane x Boba Bear: Creators Wanted for Netflix's Award-Winning Show Pop-Up!

I’m super pumped about this one, one of the best show’s all time and Boba Bear is delicious! You can lock in a VIP experience in LA’s Koreatown with Boba Bear or apply for a UGC & commission opportunity anywhere in the country.

🦈 Shark Tank Winner Tenikle is Seeking TikTok Creators

🦷✨ World’s First & Only Teeth Whitening Kit Seeking Creators

That’s a wrap for Creatorland Newsletter #34! From all of us at Creatorland, we hope you had a fantastic Thanksgiving 🍂 We’ll see you in the next edition!

👋 Happy Networking!

~ Brian F.

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