Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Ever wondered how to get a brand deal on YouTube with under 5,000 subscribers? In this video, I’m breaking down exactly how I landed my first paid sponsorship when I had just 3K subscribers. I’ll walk you through the behind-the-scenes of pitching to brands, what made my channel stand out even as a small creator, and what I included in my pitch that helped me secure the deal. If you're a small YouTuber who’s dreaming of monetizing your content and working with brands, this video will show you that it’s 100% possible — even if you’re just starting out. #branddeals #youtubemonetization #smallcontentcreator
Thanks for watching! 😊
❤️ Kristen
The best is yet to come.
-TIMESTAMPS-
00:00 How I got my first brand sponsorship
00:42 Target Audience
03:23 Have Examples
04:24 Consistency & Growth
07:24 How I got the first deal
10:43 Content Calendar
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FTC DISCLAIMER: This video is NOT sponsored. All opinions are my own.
✰I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. I earn a commission on qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.
✰Some links are affiliate links. If so, I will be given a small commission if you purchase items using my links. This helps support me & my channel! :)
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☞Business Inquiries: kristen@strollingthroughlife.com
Ever wondered how to get a brand deal on YouTube with under 5,000 subscribers? In this video, I’m breaking down exactly how I landed my first paid sponsorship when I had just 3K subscribers. I’ll walk you through the behind-the-scenes of pitching to brands, what made my channel stand out even as a small creator, and what I included in my pitch that helped me secure the deal. If you're a small YouTuber who’s dreaming of monetizing your content and working with brands, this video will show you that it’s 100% possible — even if you’re just starting out. #branddeals #youtubemonetization #smallcontentcreator
Thanks for watching! 😊
❤️ Kristen
The best is yet to come.
-TIMESTAMPS-
00:00 How I got my first brand sponsorship
00:42 Target Audience
03:23 Have Examples
04:24 Consistency & Growth
07:24 How I got the first deal
10:43 Content Calendar
✨New to YouTube? Schedule a 1:1 YouTube Strategy & Channel Audit Call here: calendly.com/strollingbiz/youtubestrategychannelaudit
✨Get my Content Calendar Notion template (FREE for a limited time): thankful-apricot-99624.myflodesk.com/ogifcs4glj
》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》
Some of my fav sustainable products (affiliates):
✰✰ KIND LAUNDRY (affiliate): kindlaundry.com/?ref=lm7c0lubkkg
Use code KRISTEN for 10% off!
✰✰ PLAINE PRODUCTS: plaineproducts.com/ref/strollingkristen
Use code STROLLING for 20% off your purchase!
✰✰ amazon.com/shop/strollingthroughlife
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
C O N N E C T W I T H M E
➳TIKTOK: tiktok.com/@strollingthroughlife_
➳INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/strollingthroughlife_
➳WEBSITE: strollingthroughlife.com
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12,776 subscribed
MUSIC FROM EPIDEMIC SOUND & YouTube Music
✰✰ epidemicsound.com/referral/9n3okv
Get a free month of Epidemic Sound by using the link above! (referral link)
FTC DISCLAIMER: This video is NOT sponsored. All opinions are my own.
✰I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. I earn a commission on qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.
✰Some links are affiliate links. If so, I will be given a small commission if you purchase items using my links. This helps support me & my channel! :)
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☞Business Inquiries: kristen@strollingthroughlife.com
