Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago

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I still remember how excited I was when I landed my very first brand deal on YouTube.
At the time, I had no idea what to charge, what brands were looking for, or how creators actually turned content into a career.

That first partnership helped me buy the camera I still use to film today, and it was one of those moments where I realized, “Oh, this could actually become something.”

If you’ve been looking for a sign to take YouTube seriously, especially if brand deals are one of your creator goals, this might be it.

One of the reasons I love @YouTube is because they continue to invest in creators at every stage of the journey. Whether it’s ad revenue, memberships, affiliate opportunities, or brand partnerships, there are so many ways to monetize beyond views.

And if brand deals feel confusing or intimidating, YouTube just launched a new series called The Brand Deal Desk to help creators better understand the process.

Watch more: yt.be/LevelUpYourBrand

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