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Film
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

The Ultimate Guide to Using a Video Trimmer and Video Editor Free Tools

Free video trimming and editing tools make high-quality video production accessible, enabling creators and businesses to produce polished content without expensive software or advanced skills.
Social media marketing
fromFstoppers
1 day ago

Why Instagram Doesn't Reward Effort Anymore

Instagram's definition of "good" shifted: authenticity and trust now matter more than polished production; simple, imperfect posts often outperform high-production content.
#social-media
fromInc
2 months ago
Social media marketing

10 Social Media Tools Marketers Swear By

Assemble a tailored ecosystem of social media and content-creation tools to streamline production, prioritize AI-assisted video editing, and match functionality to business needs.
Business
fromFast Company
5 days ago

From unemployed to self-employed: Why the switch is more common than ever

Layoffs prompted a marketing professional to leave salaried employment and pursue full-time content creation and solopreneurship.
#side-hustles
fromAol
5 days ago
Digital life

19 Side Hustles You Can Start With Zero Investment in 2026

fromAol
1 week ago
E-Commerce

10 Side Hustles That Are Making Millennials More Money Than Their Day Jobs

fromAol
1 week ago
Digital life

10 Side Hustles That Are Making Millennials More Money Than Their Day Jobs

fromBenzinga
1 month ago
Online marketing

Kevin O'Leary Says Social Media Can Make Side Hustles Easier, Help Entrepreneurs Earn $1,000/Month - Shopify (NASDAQ:SHOP)

fromAol
5 days ago
Digital life

19 Side Hustles You Can Start With Zero Investment in 2026

fromAol
1 week ago
E-Commerce

10 Side Hustles That Are Making Millennials More Money Than Their Day Jobs

fromAol
1 week ago
Digital life

10 Side Hustles That Are Making Millennials More Money Than Their Day Jobs

fromBenzinga
1 month ago
Online marketing

Kevin O'Leary Says Social Media Can Make Side Hustles Easier, Help Entrepreneurs Earn $1,000/Month - Shopify (NASDAQ:SHOP)

#generative-ai
fromForbes
6 days ago
Artificial intelligence

The No.1 Fastest-Growing AI Skill Just Surged 234%. Here's Why

fromForbes
6 days ago
Artificial intelligence

The No.1 Fastest-Growing AI Skill Just Surged 234%. Here's Why

Online learning
fromeLearning
6 days ago

AI in eLearning: Making Content Original and Human-Friendly - eLearning

AI automates creation of original, human-friendly educational content, personalizes learning, and reduces instructors' time by generating outlines, summaries, and tailored practice.
Marketing tech
fromideamensch
1 week ago

Alec Celestin

Alec Celestin blends content creation, tour management, brand strategy, and emerging technology to deliver high-impact digital experiences and large-scale social engagement.
#personal-finance
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago
Online marketing

Content creators share the 2-step process anyone can use to start making money online

Build a clear niche, post original content consistently, grow a trusting audience, then monetize using low-cost tools and simple production methods.
fromSubstack
1 month ago
Retirement

2025: The Year I Got a Book Deal and Forgot How to Golf

Consistent daily content creation and hiring help produced prolific output and audience growth: about 250,000 words, 52 essays, a book, and roughly 4,400 weekly readers.
fromAol
1 week ago

10 Surprising Ways People Are Already Making Real Money With AI

The recent rise of AI may be controversial, but one thing is certain: it's here to stay. Ethical considerations aside, AI has quickly become a practical tool that everyday people are able use to earn extra income, even in retirement. From turning life experience into digital products to helping small businesses work smarter, AI could open doors to flexible, low-stress ways to make money without starting from scratch.
E-Commerce
Digital life
fromSocial Media Today
1 week ago

YouTube's CEO Outlines Key Areas of Focus for 2026

YouTube will expand generative AI tools for likeness-based Shorts, text-prompted games, and music while simplifying parental account setup and device-wide protections.
Social media marketing
fromPeople.com
2 weeks ago

Content Creator for Other Content Creators Makes Up to $45K for Her Unique Social Media Posts (Exclusive)

Jazmyn Smith preplanned her wedding content with an assistant-managed spreadsheet and multiple creators to capture brief, staged videos for social media throughout the day.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Influencers and OnlyFans models are dominating O-1 visa requests: This is the American dream now'

Influencers increasingly obtain O-1 visas as their commercial impact grows, with O-1 approvals rising 50% from 2014 to 2024.
Marketing
fromThe SportsRush
3 weeks ago

Natalie Decker's Perfect Case for Why NASCAR Drivers Cannot Ignore Social Media to Build Their Brand

A strong social media presence is essential for NASCAR drivers to build personal brands, secure sponsorships, and sustain their racing careers.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

AMD Puts Its Ryzen 7 7700X on Clearance at Nearly 40% Off, the Lowest Price for 8-Core and 16-Thread Unlocked Desktop CPU - Kotaku

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X offers eight cores and sixteen threads delivering high-performance gaming and creative workloads, currently discounted to $252 from $399 on Amazon.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

Influencers and OnlyFans Models Turn to Artist Visas to Enter US

Social media influencers and content creators increasingly obtain O-1B visas by presenting follower metrics, earnings, and brand deals as evidence of extraordinary artistic ability.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
3 weeks ago

Amazon's CPU Clearance Kicks Off With the AMD Ryzen 9 9900X at Its Lowest Price (12-Core, 24-Thread Unlocked Desktop Processor) - Kotaku

AMD Ryzen 9 9900X 12-core, 24-thread CPU is on sale for $389.99 and offers strong gaming, multitasking, and creative-work performance for upgrade-friendly PC builds.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
4 weeks ago

The Shure MV88 USB-C stereo mic mounts directly to your phone

Shure's MV88 USB-C is a compact, smartphone-mountable condenser microphone offering four polar patterns, onboard processing, and app controls, aimed at content creators.
Online marketing
fromMoneyLion
1 month ago

I'm a Passive Income Expert: How To Make $27K Every Week

Passive income can be generated through investing, content creation (YouTube, podcasts), affiliate marketing, and selling digital products, each with different effort and scalability.
fromKotaku
1 month ago

DJI Mic Mini Bundle Enters Clearance at 53% Off, With Direct Osmo Action Camera Connectivity - Kotaku

It's easy to see how the DJI Mic Mini (2 TX + 1 RX + Charging Case), a portable and lightweight wireless microphone system will help your video, vlog, interview, and live streaming have professional-quality sound. No longer do you need to be bothered by having cables getting in the way of capturing your best shots; the DJI Mic Mini has got you covered by bringing clear, top-notch sound directly to your smartphone, camera, or laptop.
Gadgets
Mental health
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Weirdly Refreshing Honesty of the Oscars of TikTok

Social media platforms, especially TikTok, amplify addictive behaviors and mental-health harms while normalizing the conversion of everyday life into consumable content.
Food & drink
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I grew my side hustle to become a full-time food influencer. Here's the breakdown of where my money comes from.

Davon Moseley turned Royale Eats from a graduate-school hobby into a full-time, sustainable food-content business by diversifying income and building a small production team.
#ai-writing
fromDigiday
1 month ago

Despite the hype, agentic AI isn't ready to take the brand controls just yet

For the better part of 2025, agentic AI has been the industry's buzzword. It's defined as "a situation where multiple AI agents work together to complete complex tasks, with minimal oversight or intervention from a human user," as Digiday explains it. The minimal oversight from a human user, however, seems to be the hangup keeping marketers from embracing agentic AI's full autonomy.
Artificial intelligence
#mountain-biking
fromBikeMag
1 month ago
Bicycling

Nukeproof Makes Its World Cup Downhill Comeback with Axess Racing

Graham produced global-scale photo and video content for YT Industries, working with top MTB athletes to shape the brand and promote the Live Uncaged motto.
fromBikeMag
1 month ago
Bicycling

After Catasrophic Hardline Injury: Edgar Briole is Reborn

Graham produced global-scale MTB photo and video content for YT Industries, shaping the Live Uncaged brand by blending art, adventure, and freeride culture.
#creator-economy
fromDigiday
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Why creator Bashel Lewis ditched a five-year corporate career for the full-time creator grind

fromFortune
3 months ago
Social media marketing

YouTuber Hank Green warns Gen Z that being an influencer isn't all lazy mornings and free trips: 'The vast majority of your life is typing' | Fortune

fromDigiday
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Why creator Bashel Lewis ditched a five-year corporate career for the full-time creator grind

fromFortune
3 months ago
Social media marketing

YouTuber Hank Green warns Gen Z that being an influencer isn't all lazy mornings and free trips: 'The vast majority of your life is typing' | Fortune

Artificial intelligence
fromRolling Out
1 month ago

These ChatGPT prompts are generating real income

Specific, market-focused prompts enable entrepreneurs, freelancers, and creators to monetize ChatGPT by producing sellable content, business services, and digital products.
Online learning
fromTalentLMS Blog
1 month ago

TalentLMS Product in Review 2025: A Year of Customer-Driven Innovation

TalentLMS enhanced speed, personalization, AI-driven content creation, translations, assessments, and integrations to deliver smarter, faster, and more scalable workplace learning.
Marketing
fromInc
1 month ago

Marketing Expert Says Brands Must Hire This Little-Known Role to Win Social Media in 2026

Hire a culture and social listening lead who uses AI and social listening tools to identify viral trends and keep brands culturally relevant.
Social media marketing
fromDigital Trends
1 month ago

I used Nano Banana Pro to create 20 social media posts, the response they got was shocking

Using AI image generation (Nano Banana Pro) with detailed prompts significantly increased LinkedIn engagement and impressions and also boosted Instagram resonance.
#disney
US news
fromMilitary.com
1 month ago

Inside Military Life: Johnny Vargas Shares How He Turned Social Media Curiosity Into Booming Side Business

Johnny Vargas builds a lucrative social media and consulting business while serving as an Army NCO and plans to continue after medical retirement.
Food & drink
fromEater
1 month ago

The Worst Food and Dining Trends of 2025, According to Eater Editors

Reduce hype and performative practices in dining: prioritize human hospitality, balanced menus, and privacy-respecting convenience over lines, apps, and content-first experiences.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

You be the judge: should my wannabe influencer friend stop using me for content?

A friendship is strained by one friend’s constant filming and expectation that the other serve as an unpaid videographer, creating embarrassment and boundary issues.
Television
fromFortune
1 month ago

After he 'fired himself' from a Fortune 100 job that paid up to $800k, the 'Mister Rogers' of Corporate America shows Gen Z how to handle toxic bosses | Fortune

Timm Chiusano left a high-paying VP role at Charter to become a content creator focused on workplace advice and appreciating everyday life on TikTok.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Google engineer said landing an AI role took a year and daily studying

When I started off as a software engineer, my dad, who also works in tech, kept telling me to get into AI. I brushed it offbecause I was just starting off my engineering career, and no one was really talking about AI in 2019, unless they were getting a PhD. Then in 2023, the tech industry changed and everyone started going into AI. That led me to want to start pursuing AI as a job, and alsocreating content about it.
Artificial intelligence
fromCGMagazine
2 months ago

Where Consumer Tech Meets Social Media: The New Digital Lifestyle

Seamless Device Integration Modern products aim for smooth links between gadgets and services. A cross platform syncing sits at the heart of this approach to keep content consistent. Designers focus on intuitive flows that let users pick up where they left off. Clear notifications guide action without creating overload or confusion. Small settings let people tune how their items share data. Security checks protect user items while keeping tasks simple and fast. This blend of ease and protection helps users stay productive and present.
Digital life
Writing
fromHer Campus
2 months ago

How Content Creation Helped Me Build Confidence and Connections

Anyone can start creating content with a phone camera and willingness, leading to opportunities like PR, personal growth, confidence building, and documenting life.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
2 months ago

This 6K Monitor Has More to Offer Than Just More Pixels

LG UltraFine Evo 6K is a 32-inch monitor offering exceptionally sharp 6K resolution, strong color accuracy, Mac-focused features, Thunderbolt 5, KVM, and loud built-in speakers.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Struggling for content ideas? How to keep your content marketing stream flowing

Ambitious agency owners can consistently publish impactful short, opinionated pieces by reacting to existing coverage, venting quickly, and editing after a brief pause.
Gadgets
fromKotaku
2 months ago

DJI Clears Out Mic Mini Bundle, Now Selling for Pennies for Content Creators' Top Choice Mic - Kotaku

The DJI Mic Mini delivers professional-quality wireless audio, extreme portability, long battery life, and a 400-meter range at a steep Black Friday discount of $79.
Marketing tech
fromInc
2 months ago

10 AI Tools Marketers Are Using Right Now

Marketing professionals widely adopt AI tools like ChatGPT for research, content creation, strategy, and operational tasks to boost efficiency.
Artificial intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The 7 Best Free Avatar Generator Tools to Create Custom Profiles in 2025

CapCut is the best free AI avatar generator for beginners, offering powerful, easy-to-use features and affordability for professional-quality avatars.
#ai-tools
fromThe Drum
2 months ago
Marketing tech

50% of consumers can detect AI-generated content - here's how to apply the human touch

AI tools significantly streamline content creation, but consumers increasingly detect AI-generated content, making human-centered authenticity essential for marketers.
frommashable.com
4 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Tons of AI tools for one low price

1min.AI provides lifetime access to multiple top AI models and tools for a one-time $79.99 payment with promo code SAVE20 through Nov. 2.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago
Marketing tech

50% of consumers can detect AI-generated content - here's how to apply the human touch

Music
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

The Voice of NYC: Ferris Wheel Jay takes a look back at his journey | amNewYork

Brooklyn-born Ferris Wheel Jay combines authentic creator voice with corporate strategy as Roc Nation brand strategist while preserving artistic identity and securing major brand deals.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 months ago

5 Tools That Streamline Content Creation For Your Small Business

Accessible tools like Capcut, Buffer, Planable and Canva let small business owners create and schedule engaging content without a dedicated marketing team.
#meta-ray-ban
fromZDNET
3 months ago
Gadgets

Wearing the Meta Ray-Bans' successor left me with two verdicts (and you'll want to hear both)

fromZDNET
3 months ago
Wearables

I wore the Meta Ray-Bans' successor for a month, and my buying verdict is two-fold

fromZDNET
3 months ago
Gadgets

Wearing the Meta Ray-Bans' successor left me with two verdicts (and you'll want to hear both)

fromZDNET
3 months ago
Wearables

I wore the Meta Ray-Bans' successor for a month, and my buying verdict is two-fold

fromInsideHook
3 months ago

Anthony Robustiano: From Social Media to Stand-Up Comedy

I'm very grateful to be doing what I'm doing, and when I feel like I don't want to do a video, it's like, 'That's what you're upset about, you don't want to be silly today?' he says. 'Like I would be killing myself trying to finish financial statements or worrying about having to fire someone at the gym because they weren't doing their job where I could potentially be ruining their lives,
Mindfulness
fromZDNET
3 months ago

Adobe Firefly can generate royalty-free music for your videos in seconds now - here's how

Adobe said the Generate Soundtrack feature runs on the Firefly Audio Model. The feature creates commercially safe, fully licensed, studio-quality instrumental tracks that sync with your video footage in seconds, even offering multiple track variations. The commercially safe element of the feature is important, as creators don't have to worry about copyright strikes or takedowns on YouTube or Instagram.
Artificial intelligence
Social media marketing
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I interned for Jake Paul and landed a full-time job working for his brand. 2 things helped me stand out.

Dylan Chamberlain converted a summer internship into a full-time role at Jake Paul's body-care brand by creating a two-week video series and showing confidence.
fromDigital Photography School
3 months ago

Review: Freewell The Real Multi Tripod 5in1

The Freewell Real Multi Tripod 5-in-1 is a versatile, multi-function support system that's clearly aimed at photographers and content creators who want one piece of gear to do many jobs.
Photography
Education
fromeLearning Industry
3 months ago

No More Sunday Scramble: Reducing Teacher Burnout With Smart Content Creation

Smart content-creation tools reduce teachers' planning workload by automating design, formatting, and accessibility, saving time and stress.
#audio-quality
fromKotaku
3 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Clears Out Mic Combo With Transmitter and Receiver, Make Better Content With Superior Audio for Nearly Nothing - Kotaku

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Mic Mini Transmitter Is Going for Peanuts Just Like Its Size With a Never-Before-Seen Prime Day Discount - Kotaku

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Clears Out Mic Combo With Transmitter and Receiver, Make Better Content With Superior Audio for Nearly Nothing - Kotaku

fromKotaku
3 months ago
Gadgets

DJI Mic Mini Transmitter Is Going for Peanuts Just Like Its Size With a Never-Before-Seen Prime Day Discount - Kotaku

fromwww.digitalcameraworld.com
3 months ago

Chasing followers, not photographs: how social media is reshaping photography

But now, especially with social media, there's a growing expectation to constantly produce content: Reels, behind-the-scenes videos, Instagram posts, TikToks. It's no longer enough to just make great photographs; in one way or another, being visible online has become part of the job.
Photography
Digital life
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

OnlyFans' Skylar Mae Thinks She Works 'Harder' Than a 'Basic' 9-5 Employee

Skylar Mae works longer, harder hours than typical 9-to-5 employees, maintaining a 4:30 a.m. to late-night routine of trading, fitness, content creation, and client messaging.
Apple
fromCreative Bloq
3 months ago

The iPhone 17 Pro is tempting this Android user to the dark side

iPhone 17 Pro delivers a highly polished experience with an upgraded telephoto, strong video and gaming performance, long battery life, but comes at a high price with underwhelming AI.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Instagram head Adam Mosseri pushes back on Mr. Beast's AI fears, but admits society will have to adjust | TechCrunch

Instagram head Adam Mosseri said AI will change who can be creative, as the new tools and technology will give people who couldn't be creators before the ability to produce content at a certain quality and scale. However, he also admitted that bad actors will use the technology for "nefarious purposes" and that kids growing up today will have to be taught that you can't believe something just because you saw a video of it.
Artificial intelligence
Social media marketing
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

North Texas content creators: from side hustles to successful influencer careers

North Texas creators converted side hustles into full-time influencer careers by focusing on community, niche content, and diversified income streams.
Productivity
fromSocial Media Explorer
4 months ago

8 Best Voice Note Apps for Content Creation - Social Media Explorer

Voice notes accelerate content creation by enabling fast capture, preserving spoken nuance, and serving as versatile source material for multiple formats.
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Do you even need USB-C charging cables if this portable battery exists? My verdict after testing

Baseus has always been a company that's had its eye on the ball when it comes to attention to detail, and that shows with the EnerCore CR11. The retractor on this power bank is one of the smoothest I've tested, and it locks out at several different lengths (as opposed to many where you only get three or four). I like this because I can make the 2.3 foot cable the right length for my needs.
Gadgets
fromGeeky Gadgets
4 months ago

7 ChatGPT Prompts to Skyrocket Your Social Media Game Overnight

Imagine having a tool that not only saves you hours of brainstorming but also delivers tailored strategies to captivate your audience and boost engagement. Enter ChatGPT, a innovative AI assistant that's reshaping how creators and businesses approach their digital strategies. With its ability to transform complex ideas into shareable content, analyze performance metrics, and even spark creative breakthroughs, this tool is quickly becoming a must-have for anyone looking to thrive in the crowded social media landscape.
Social media marketing
fromGeeky Gadgets
4 months ago

14 Sora 2 Use Cases For Beginners (Ways To Use Sora 2 AI video Generator)

Enter Sora 2, an AI-powered video generator that's changing the way we think about content creation. Whether you're a marketer looking to craft a standout ad, an educator eager to engage your students, or a hobbyist exploring creative storytelling, Sora 2 offers a seamless way to bring your ideas to life. Its ability to produce realistic visuals and adapt to diverse styles makes it a fantastic option for beginners and pros alike.
Marketing tech
Careers
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

I earned $600,000 last year: half at Google, half from my side hustle

Sundas Khalid increased Big Tech salary from $77,000 to $292,000 over nine years and earned $302,000 from content creation in 2024.
Digital life
fromAol
4 months ago

Could making silly AI videos of your friends be social media's next frontier? Let's talk about OpenAI's Sora.

OpenAI launched Sora, an invite-only app that creates 10-second AI-generated videos and a "Cameos" feature inserting users and friends with permission.
fromBuffer: All-you-need social media toolkit for small businesses
4 months ago

How to Schedule YouTube Shorts

Buffer now supports scheduling for YouTube Shorts - yay! It's really easy and free. Follow these simple steps to share your videos. Step 1: Connect your YouTube account to your Buffer account Open up your Buffer account on a desktop or your app to get started - and if you don't have one, sign up here. Step 2: Select the "Add Channels" button on the bottom left-hand side of your dashboard. You have the option to connect to a variety of social platforms and marketing channels within Buffer.
Online marketing
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Do you still need USB-C charging cables if this portable battery exists? I tested it to find out

Baseus has always been a company that's had its eye on the ball when it comes to attention to detail, and that shows with the EnerCore CR11. The retractor on this power bank is one of the smoothest I've tested, and it locks out at several different lengths (as opposed to many where you only get three or four). I like this because I can make the 2.3 foot cable the right length for my needs.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromZDNET
4 months ago

Why I ditched my USB cables after switching to this Baseus power bank - and can't go back

Baseus EnerCore CR11 is a 20,000mAh, 13.9-ounce power bank with a smooth retractable USB-C cable that locks at multiple lengths for content creators.
Gadgets
fromGadgets 360
4 months ago

CyberPowerPC India's New Experience Zone Will Let You Try Out PC Rigs

CyberPowerPC opened a free Hyderabad experience zone for gamers, streamers, and creators to test high-performance gaming and creator PCs and AI-assisted workflows.
fromLindsey Gamble
4 months ago

LinkedIn Launches AI Tools Directory to Help Professionals Navigate the AI Landscape - Lindsey Gamble

LinkedIn is running a pilot program curating a set of AI tools designed to help professionals across categories like Development/Coding, Design/Marketing, and Career Coaching. Each tool comes from a verified company, and users can tap on the listing to explore dedicated product pages and better understand each tool's capabilities. Notable tools include LinkedIn's own solutions such as Microsoft Copilot and LinkedIn Interview Prep, as well as Canva, Squarespace, Descript, and Lovable.
Marketing
Food & drink
fromEater
4 months ago

Justine Doiron and Eli Sussman Know You're Watching

Creative food work often becomes a business, creating a continuous content and operational treadmill and requiring acceptance of finite lifecycles and difficult closures.
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