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I know how hard it is for new bloggers to find paid opportunities and how overwhelming all this information is. Everyone starts off in the same boat, this is why I wanted to write this blog, beginner guide, a list of the absolute best sponsorship networks for paid blogging jobs.
Im a new blogger myself, and exploring new opportunities and still doing my research, so this page is constantly under construction.
What is a sponsorship network?
A sponsorship network is a platform that connects brands with influencers/individuals who can help promote their brand/products.
Most times in order to sign up as a blogger for a sponsorship network you have to fill out a profile detailing all of your information. This generally includes your social channels, follower counts, engagement info, contact info, etc.
I really hope this blog beginner guide will give you some pointers.
Sometimes networks require you to have a certain amount of followers before you can even apply. Unfortunately, this has kept me from a few networks that I would really love to be a part of right now.
But, it’s ok, I will get there one day soon and that is exactly why I decided to come up with this list of blogging sponsorship networks for newbie bloggers to join. Everyone has to start somewhere, right?
Linqia is GREAT if you’re in the parenting/lifestyle blog niche. There are great campaigns geared towards these niches and depending on your reach and (after your first campaign) previous performance, the pay can be really good.
The pay is based on a pay-per-click scale. Update* – Linqia now also offers set-rate campaigns.
At the beginning of each campaign, you are given a personal link to use in all your social shares as well as a “click goal” (how many clicks you need to achieve to reach the highest payout possible). If this doesn't help you with your blog, beginner guideline?
A click goal is based on a few things.
If it is your first campaign they give you a click goal based on what they feel is proper for your following.
If you have already completed a campaign then your click goal is based on your reach AS WELL AS your previous performance.
For example, if your first campaign had a click goal of 100 clicks and you received 150 clicks then your next campaign is likely going to have a higher click goal. The higher the click goal the higher the pay.
2.) Social Native
Social Native is great for new bloggers because it has campaigns available for so many niches. Not only that, but Social Native campaigns (generally) only require 1 Instagram photo. No blog post, no social shares, etc, so this fits my guide for blogging perfectly.
While the pay is very low it’s still a great way to get your foot in the door to start working with some big brands like Lays, Lululemon, Clinique, Sucrets, and more.
It’s so good for your blogging experience to work with brands like these!
3.) Heartbeat.co
This platform pays the absolute lowest and to many, it’s not worth the time. However, if you’re a brand new blogger with no past campaign history it’s a great way to get started.
The campaign requirements are generally very simple (all mine have been 1 Instagram post) and they will email you when they think you are a perfect fit for an upcoming opportunity.
If you don't like the road you're walking, start paving another one - source unknown.
This is why I've started affiliate and now the blog, beginner guide, lets start paving together!
4.) Activate
While this network is definitely a little tougher for a newbie blogger it is definitely still one to join. Many of the campaigns require a large following and/or blog pageviews however, not always.
5.) ShoppingLinks
This platform mostly offers payment in kind however, I have seen Nordstrom on there so it’s worth signing up if you’re a newer fashion/lifestyle blogger!
6.) Social Fabric
Social Fabric is one of my favorite platforms! If you’re a lifestyle/parenting blogger there are SO many opportunities.
There are quite a few important directions involved in each campaign but all the info you need is right in your dashboard so it’s very easy to go back in and check to make sure you’re completing your tasks properly.
Payment varies greatly from job to job
7.) Massive Sway
The pay isn’t amazing but it’s very organized and directions are laid out clearly.
I will be updating, and adding to this blog, beginner guideline, since I am new to blogging myself, this will be a learning by doing process, so I am looking forward reading all your ideas and input.
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