Many Nigerians don’t know this, but being able to make and edit videos perfectly, is actually a digital skill. And in 2023, having a digital skill basically means having the ability to earn millions from the comfort of your home. Well in this article, I will provide three different ways you can monetize that skill. Chances are that, you know one or two of them But you most definitely do not know all three!
Want to earn money from just creating and making videos? If yes, then don’t skip any part of this article. Ensure you read to the end.
As amusing as this may sound, a lot of Nigerian video creators are actually wasting their talents. Some spend hours to create a video and then proceed to keep it to themselves. Others would make videos, post it on their WhatsApp status, and receive an acknowledge or two. What a waste.
As a video creator, you should be raking in hundreds of dollars monthly(or more). This is very much possible. Although not ‘too easy.’ But if done consistently, it becomes easy eventually.
Curious to know the different ways to earn money as a video creator in Nigeria? The answers are below.
1. Fiverr
Not many Nigerians are even aware of the platform called Fiverr. And for those who know about it, not all know that video creators can earn from the platform.
Well on Fiverr, there are many customers who are ready to pay video creators and editors for their skill.
Regardless of the kind of video you make, there will always be clients that are in need of your good skill.
Fiverr is really amazing, as it is not only for video creators. With any good digital skill, you can make money on the Fiverr platform.
So if you know little or nothing about it, then go do some research about it now!
2. YouTube
Many Nigerians spend hours on the Youtube app, but not many know that Youtube video creators are actually paid huge sums of money every month. And amazingly, it is a free program that anyone can join.
All internet users are welcome to join the Youtube monetization program for free, and if you can create quality videos then you will start earning in no time.
Hop on to the internet to read more about how earning on YouTube works.
3. Instagram
This may be surprising to you, but video creation on Instagram can actually earn you money as a Nigerian too.
Note: Instagram doesn’t pay its users for posting videos. However, there is a smart way you can earn.
It would involve having a lot of followers who are actively engaging on your video contents. Then once you have successfully created a huge fan base on the Instagram app, inform your followers that you now do sponsored posts(meaning that they can pay you to post an advertisement on your Instagram timeline). This is something lots of creators are already doing, and they make lots of money from it.
Have any questions? Then drop your comments.