UGC Income for Actors & VOAs

UGC Income for Actors & VOAs

Hosted by: Chrissy Hogue Bartels, SAG-AFTRA Actor, Producer, and Educator

Turn your talent into a daily income stream. Whether you’re a working performer, returning to the craft, or just exploring new income streams, this podcast gives you the foundation to begin building a creative,...

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Ep. 13 - The UGC Workflow System: How to Work Faster, Smarter & More Creatively (Without Burning Out)

Creators don’t burn out because they lack talent, they burn out because they don’t have a system. In Episode 13, Chrissy introduces a high-level UGC workflow system designed specifically for actors and voice artists....
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Ep. 12 - Client Communication — How to Talk to Brands Like a Professional (Scripts Included)

Client communication is one of the most important skills in the creator economy — yet it’s the area where most creators lose opportunities, undercut their value, or unintentionally look unprofessional. In this...
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Ep. 11 - Creative Direction 101 — How to Deliver Exactly What Brands Want (and Get Rehired)

Most creators think UGC is just “point and shoot”—but brands hire creators who understand creative direction. In this episode, Chrissy breaks down how actors and voice artists can use their natural performance...
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Ep. 10 - Hooks, Storytelling & Structure — How to Make UGC That Converts (Actor Edition)

Chrissy reveals the creative blueprint behind high-converting UGC — a framework specifically designed for actors and voice artists who want to create content that stops the scroll, builds trust, and converts. You’ll...
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Ep. 9 - How Brands Think — The Psychology Behind What They Buy (The Actor Advantage)

Most creators don’t understand how brands evaluate UGC creators — and this misunderstanding leads to confusion, underpricing, and missed opportunities. In this episode, Chrissy breaks down the Brand Decision Pyramid:...
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Ep. 8 - UGC Negotiation for Actors & VO Artists — How to Protect Your Value

If you’re an actor or voice artist stepping into the creator economy, negotiation is the skill that determines your income, confidence, and long-term success. In this episode, Chrissy breaks down a simple and powerful...
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Ep. 7 - UGC Contracts + Usage Rights (What Every UGC Creator Must Know)

In this episode, Chrissy breaks down the MOST important legal and financial part of the UGC business — contracts and usage rights. You’ll learn the difference between deliverables and licensing, how long a brand can...
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Ep. 6 - Pricing Your UGC — What to Charge and Why

In this episode, Chrissy breaks down the biggest roadblock actors and voice artists hit when starting UGC: pricing. You’ll learn how to price your UGC as a creator with performance training, how rates actually work...
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Ep. 5 - How to Pitch Brands (Without Feeling Weird) — The UGC Outreach Formula

In this episode, Chrissy teaches the most requested skill in UGC: how to pitch brands with confidence, clarity, and zero awkwardness. You’ll learn where to find brands that actually hire creators, how to choose the...
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Ep. 4 - How to Find Your UGC Casting Type (And Why It Books You Faster)

In this episode, Chrissy teaches you one of the most powerful concepts in booking consistent UGC: understanding your UGC Casting Type — the version of YOU brands hire again and again. You’ll learn how to identify your...
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Ep. 3 - Your UGC Portfolio in 15 Minutes

Create Your First UGC Portfolio in 15 Minutes Most actors and voice artists delay starting UGC because they think they “need a portfolio first.” Today, that excuse disappears. In this hands-on, actionable episode,...
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Ep. 2 - Actors: Here’s How to Make Your Talent Pay You Daily

In this episode, Chrissy breaks down the financial side of UGC — how actors and voice-over artists can turn their creative skills into reliable, recurring income. You’ll learn the mindset shift required to build a...
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