The Blog

Plain-spoken guides for brands on working with creators — how to find them, what it costs, and how to turn one post into a partnership that pays back.

Creator sourcing

How to Find the Right Creators for Your Brand

We track 161,220 YouTube creators. The few worth paying match your customer, not just a big follower count. How to shortlist and vet them.

Strategy

Influencer Marketing for DTC Brands in 2026

The brands that win run creators like performance marketing. AG1 has run 1,209 creator deals, Gamersupps 1,438. Here's the loop that lowers CAC.

Programs

What a Brand Ambassador Program Is, and How to Run One

Across 44,715 brands we track, 46.6% come back for more creators. That repeat behavior is the ambassador program. How to build one.

Pricing

How Much Does It Cost to Sponsor a YouTube Creator?

Real rates from 541 priced creators: a $1,384 median at 50K–250K subs, $7,000 at 1M+. What to pay, and how to tell if a quote is fair.