- 29 Sep, 2024
How to Earn ₦10,000–₦50,000 Per UGC Video Without Being an Influencer
Hello Creators! You no need millions followers to start dey make money from videos. For UGC Hub Nigeria, brands dey pay for your creativity and quality content, not your follower count. With your smartphone, small editing skills, and our protected payment system, you fit start dey earn ₦10,000–₦50,000 per video as side hustle.
1. Brands Dey Pay for Content, Not Followers
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No be by followers: Brands want engagement—people wey go watch, like, comment and share. If your video dey tell better story, e get value pass follower number.
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Example: Small skincare brand dey pay ₦10,000 for 30-second tutorial showing their serum in action, even if you get only 500 active viewers.
2. Identify High-Demand Niches
To find gigs, know wetin market dey look for. Here some popular niches:
Niche |
Pay Range (per video) | Content Idea |
|---|---|---|
| Food & Recipes | ₦15,000–₦40,000 | Quick cooking demos, recipe hacks |
| Beauty & Skincare | ₦10,000–₦35,000 | Product demos, morning/night routines |
| Fashion & Style | ₦15,000–₦50,000 | Outfit hauls, “Get Ready with Me” clips |
| Tech & Gadgets | ₦20,000–₦50,000 | Unboxing, first impressions, how-tos |
| Home & DIY | ₦10,000–₦30,000 | Simple hacks, decor makeovers |
3. Build Your UGC Portfolio
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Pick 3–5 Niches you like.
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Record Short Samples (15–30 seconds) with good light and clear audio.
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Edit Simply: use free apps like InShot or CapCut. Add captions, call-to-action, and your handle.
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Upload your samples to UGC Hub Nigeria or a free Instagram/YouTube page.
Example:
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20-second makeup transition.
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25-second gadget unboxing highlighting key features.
4. Participate in More Campaign
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From a simple review clip. to tutorial or unboxing plus voice-over and multi-shot video with script, captions, and basic animation.
Tip: Put in time and efforts for shooting, editing, and revisions. This will help you ramp up review and your profile.
5. How Campaigns Work on UGC Hub
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Brand Sets Budget: Brands deposit funds into our secure escrow. Your protection na priority.
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Creators Browse Campaigns: See campaigns wey match your skills and rate.
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Apply to Participate: Click "Apply" on the campaign you like.
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Brand Approve or Reject: If approved, you go start create. If reject, no wahala—you fit apply another.
6. Pitch & Negotiate Like a Pro
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Short Intro: “Hi, I’m [Your Name], UGC creator for [niche]. I fit deliver a 20s demo video wey go boost your engagement.”
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Attach Samples: Show 1–2 videos from your portfolio.
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Offer Packages: e.g., ₦10k for 15s clip; +₦5k for captions; +₦10k for voice-over.
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Stay Confident: Brands respect creators wey sabi their worth.
7. Produce High-Quality Videos: Step-by-Step
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Plan Your Shot: List key features; decide angles.
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Set Up: Use tripod or stack books; ensure good lighting.
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Shoot: Record multiple takes: close-up, mid-shot, wide shot.
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Edit:
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Trim & stitch clips.
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Add royalty-free music.
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Overlay captions/highlights.
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Review & Export: Export in 1080p MP4.
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Submit: Upload via UGC Hub dashboard.
Real Example:
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Client: Local juice brand
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Task: 20s video showing 3 ways to enjoy their drink
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Payment: ₦15,000. Brand saw 12% increase in engagement.
8. Delivery & Payment
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Payment: After you deliver the approved video, UGCHub go disburse funds to your account. No wahala, you protected.
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Keep Records: If if you have done a good job, keep record as future reference.
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Ask for Feedback: Good reviews mean repeat gigs and referrals.
Conclusion & Next Steps Ready to start making money with your creativity? Sign up on UGC Hub Nigeria, set up your profile, pick your niches, and apply for campaigns. No follower count wahala—just your talent and our secure platform.
Cheers,
Peace Aruya, Business Operations, UGC Hub Nigeria
