The Creator Playbook for Successful Content & Communities
Summary
The creator economy is demanding. Success requires adapting to constant shifts in algorithms and platform policies, as well as mastering how to build a loyal community and creating content that truly moves, engages, and stands out in a saturated feed. Join creator marketing leaders from Epidemic Sound and Patreon for this hands-on workshop focused on translating expertise into sustainable income. You will learn and immediately apply proven strategies for compelling storytelling, community growth, and leveraging music to maximize your content's success. Laptops are required for this session.
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Contributors
- Lucy Shen
- Gracie Schram
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