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CreativeLive

Monetize Your Craft

via CreativeLive

Overview

If you’re a maker, chances are you want to make things – not spend time chasing down opportunities to monetize your art. Let this course do that work for you! Whether you’re a knitter, crocheter, artist, designer, sewist, or a master of any other craft, this class will teach how to make money with your hobby.
This class will help you take the drive you put into your making and translate it into earnings. Vickie Howell is an author, designer, TV host, maker, spokesperson, brand ambassador and consultant. In this class, she will teach how to you:
  • Pitch your ideas to publishers 
  • Get your creations licensed 
  • Feel confident when selling, and talking about your craft 
  • Promote yourself and your craft 
You’ll get inspired by first-hand advice from Vickie’s guests including editors, web celebs, working artists, company reps, and bloggers.
Whether you’re a stay-at-home parent looking to supplement your family’s income or a maker already profiting in the creative business of your choice, this course will offer the insight, inspiration, and tactical advice to help you craft the business of your dreams.

Syllabus

  • Class Introduction
  • Selling Your Wares Online and In-Stores
  • Working the Craft Show Circuit
  • Writing About Your Craft
  • Teaching Your Craft
  • Licensing & Product Development
  • Networks, Blog Ads & Affiliate Programs
  • On Camera Branding
  • Using Crowdfunding
  • Ambassadorships & Sponsorships

Taught by

Vickie Howell

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