So many new UGC creators get stuck thinking,
“Why would a brand hire me? I’m just starting out.”
But here’s the truth:
You don’t need a huge following, years of experience, or a fancy setup to get hired.
You do need to build trust.
And trust doesn’t come from being “famous.”
It comes from being reliable, clear, and professional—from day one.
Let’s break down how you can make brands feel confident working with you… even if it’s your first pitch.
Create a Polished, Focused Portfolio
Before a brand even opens your email, they’re wondering:
“Can this person deliver what we need?”
A clear, niche-specific portfolio answers that before they have to ask.
✅ Include:
3–6 short videos in the same industry (ex: skincare, coffee, wellness)
A mix of formats (voiceover, testimonial, demo)
Brief text descriptions so brands know what they’re watching
A visible email or CTA to hire you
Bonus tip: Inside my course, I include 4 done-for-you Canva portfolio templates to make this process so much easier.
Why it works:
A focused, easy-to-scan portfolio builds instant confidence. It tells brands:
“I’m ready. I know what I’m doing. You’re in good hands.”
Be the Easiest Person to Work With
Want to stand out immediately? Be organized.
Even in your emails, show you're professional by:
Using bullet points
Setting clear delivery timelines
Asking what the brand needs before they have to explain
Example message:
“Thanks so much! I can deliver a 30-second video in 5 days. Would you like any specific angles or messaging points included?”
Why it works:
Most brands are juggling dozens of tasks. When you make their job easier, they remember—and come back for more.
Show You “Get” Their Brand
In your pitch or first conversation, show that you’ve done your homework.
“I saw your recent reel about [product feature]—such a fun approach! I’d love to build on that with a short UGC demo or testimonial that speaks to your audience.”
Why it works:
Brands don’t want generic creators. They want people who understand their vibe and audience.
Respond Promptly and Professionally
This might sound small, but it’s HUGE:
Reply to brands quickly (within 24 hours), with short, friendly, typo-free messages.
✅ Use their name.
✅ Restate what you’re delivering.
✅ Confirm deadlines.
You can even use a simple tool like Gmail’s canned responses or templates to streamline.
Why it works:
Quick, professional communication builds confidence that you’ll also deliver the content on time and exactly as needed.
Meet Deadlines (and Label Your Files!)
One of the top reasons brands don’t rehire creators? Missed or messy deliveries.
Always deliver:
On time (or early)
Clearly labeled files (ex: BrandName_Hook_Video1.mov)
A short, polished delivery message:
“Hi [Brand], here’s the final video! Let me know if you'd like anything adjusted. I loved working on this!”
Why it works:
Clean delivery = trust = long-term work = $$$.
Final Thoughts
You don’t need to “prove” yourself with followers.
You prove yourself by showing up like a pro—even as a beginner.
📌 Join the course and become the kind of creator brands trust—again and again.
Because trust isn’t about clout.
It’s about consistency.
And that? You can start right now.
