You want to make money as a content creator
You want more time for friends, family and travel
Your work or retirement lifestyle isn’t fulfilling
You know you’re not “too old” to try something new
You’re not alone. I was in the same place as you.
I was 50 and wanted a creative, well-paying way to support my family.
I found it in UGC - User Generated Content.
I make content for brands - videos they post on their social media pages or use as ads.
During my first full year as a UGC creator, I made just over $55,000.
To become a UGC creator, you need a brand-new skill set.
One that many people over 40 don’t have.
You need to write scripts, understand lighting, creative composition, video editing, be comfortable on camera … and tons of other things.
These are skills you probably haven’t learned.
Even if you know all of those things, it doesn’t get easier.
I should know. I made videos in corporate jobs for over 15 years.
During my first few months as a creator, I worked 50+ hours a week (brutal) and left thousands on the table from poorly negotiated brand deals.
It's no surprise that many older creators are overwhelmed and intimidated.
Many quit before they start.
That’s disappointing because there is a TREMENDOUS NEED AND OPPORTUNITY for UGC creators over-40.
Desperate for answers, I hired a business coach.
After explaining my struggles, he (gently) dropped a truth bomb - My entire approach was wrong.
I saw content creation as a freelance role - hopping from job-to-job.
I needed to think of myself as a business selling a service.
Businesses have SYSTEMS in place to keep things moving.
Everything clicked.
Soon after that, I was developing a steady roster of repeat clients, landing eye-popping rates ($1,000 for one video!) and working normal hours.
I developed a system that smoothed out the process.
This system will help you start your content creator journey FAST.
It’s a system that is getting results for other older creators.
Becoming an over-40 content creator can feel intimidating.
However, along my journey, I realized something:
Being a successful over-40 UGC creator isn’t complicated.
It’s just a matter of:
A) Making UGC videos that showcase your skills and personality
B) Posting them in your portfolio and on social media
C) Connecting with brands They’ll be looking for you as well
D) Skillfully negotiating brand deals
E) Over-communicate and be easy to work with
F) Repeat
This is not a years-long process. You can get going in just a few weeks.
You'll learn in-demand skills (brands NEED video content).
You’ll have uncapped earning potential.
You’ll have time flexibility to work around your family’s needs.
You’ll have a creatively challenging side job or full-time career.
Successful Older Creator System
Learn why creating an LLC is essential to your success
Set up your system for getting paid hassle-free
Establish a professional presence with a business e-mail
Learn how to take memorable headshots
Set up your social media profiles so brands will EASILY find you
Learn how to come up with creative and memorable video ideas
Discover the UGC Scriptwriting Format that makes scriptwriting easy
Use UGC creator resources to fast-track brainstorming and ideation
Learn how to craft killer hooks that people can’t ignore
Use powerful storytelling techniques to captivate viewers
Watch me write a script LIVE
EXERCISE - Write Your first UGC script
Unlock the secret to being on-camera confident QUICKLY
Learn how body language makes your performance BETTER
Discover performance methods that bring out your natural personality
Tame talking with a teleprompter
Learn how to film in public with ease
Ace roles where brands want you to do “Acting”
EXERCISE - Create Your On-Camera Persona
Confidently film with your phone's camera
Learn creative ways to film products
Develop an eye for creative camera angles
Master creative camera movement
Understand audio essentials
Lighting-The KEY to creating UGC videos
B-Roll filming tips to level-up your shots
Step-by-step walkthroughs of 6 UGC content styles
EXERCISE - Film your First UGC video
Learn the beginner-friendly but POWERFUL programs CapCut and Wondershare Filmora
Easily assemble your rough cut
Learn the importance of well-framed shots
Produce amazing voice overs
Learn the essential “Chroma Key” style that brands demand
Creating eye-catching captions
EXERCISE -Edit Your first UGC video
Create a domain name that sets you apart
Launch into the FREE design software Canva
Easily edit pages to reflect your style
Add videos and photos that WOW brands
Connect social channels that show you’re savvy
BONUS - FREE PORTFOLIO REVIEW
Learn how to identify brands that need older creators
Find how to contact the RIGHT brand reps
Set yourself apart on UGC platforms
Discover places where brands are hiring NOW
Set up your social media channels so brands come TO YOU
Discover the different kinds of deals you can present to brands
See how to expertly analyze a creative brief
Spot red flags in contracts that could destroy your business
Learn my 3 Golden Rules of Negotiation
Understand how to complete a collaboration that makes brands WANT to work with you over and over again.
BONUS MODULE - How To BOOST Your UGC Paydays
Creators Over 40 Community - Ask questions, get feedback and meet other older creators.
Step-by-step Action-Item List
Two E-mail pitching templates
Social media DM pitching template
Safe-zone editing guide
UGC Script template
I've never fit into the corporate world. I was a complete failure in the "traditional 9-5" system.
In 2022, I was fired from a job that I disliked. While I was making content, I had a belittling supervisor and made the exact same video six times a week.
I took the firing in stride. With my experience I'd have a new-full time job in no time.
A year later, I was still out of work. I'd had less than 4 interviews. I was was depressed. We struggled to pay the bills. My marriage suffered. The only job I could get was as an Uber driver.
I constantly applied for full-time jobs, because that's what a "responsible husband" does. Yet, deep down, I knew I was done with the 9-5 routine. I wanted freedom, flexibility and creativity. I felt that running my own creator business was the only way I'd have the family, marriage and life that I wanted.
In November 2023 I leaned about UGC. Making videos for brands while not needing followers? Sign me up!
In January of 2024, I put out my first UGC examples. Within a few days, I was paid $1,200 for four videos.
I started fast, but it was no joy ride. I struggled to balance my creative work with the tasks that come with running a small creator business. Contracts. Proposals. Pitching. Negotiating. Taxes!
They say that failure is the best teacher, and it's true. My mistakes were lessons. I started to develop a system that helped me constantly make good content, manage the business AND land bigger brand deals.
Eventually, this system helped me generate the goal I was after - time flexibility. I'm there for my family. I work when I want to. I don't stress over using sick days or PTO. It's the life I was working towards.
You can have the same thing.
You have the creativity and talent to become a UGC creator. That is what inspired me to launch CreatorLater.com and create an online course to help older creators live their dream lives. You can make great videos and get paid for it. I'm here to teach you everything I know.
While I'm proud of my story, the thing you care about is HOW I CAN HELP YOU? Well, I've poured my 16+ years of experience in writing ads and making videos into this framework. I'm a working UGC creator, and I keep on top of the latest trends and tactics. I'm constantly providing older creators with tips and advice on my YouTube and TikTok channels.
I'm excited that you've chosen to start your creator business journey through UGC . There is so much opportunity for you to make money and have a fulfilling life. UGC is just the beginning. I hope to meet you soon.
You want to learn how to make UGC videos that land you brand deals
You want your own content creator business
You want to make four or figures per month. Some people make WAY more
You enjoy creatively challenging work
You want more time for your marriage and family
You're tired of the corporate world
You're unappreciated by your boss
You worry about being unemployed (laid off or fired)
Your aren't willing to take instructions and prefer to figure things out on your own with trial and error.
People that enjoy letting other people control their schedule and time
People that want to get-rich overnight
You don't want to work hard, keep trying and learn from mistakes
You'll need a desktop/laptop for editing videos, writing e-mails, and creating your UGC portfolio. You CAN do that on your phone, but it's time consuming and I do not recommend it.
The editing app CapCut is free. However, all of the features we'll go over are on the Pro (paid) version.
As an alternative, there's Wondershare Filmora. Equally beginner friendly - AND powerful, this editing software is less expensive than CapCut.
In the course, there are some websites that will be used to create your portfolio and locate brand e-mail addresses. There are free/trail options available.
If you are not completely SATISFIED and THRILLED by UGC Blueprint For Creators Over 40, then contact us within14 Days for a full refund, no questions asked!