Category: Updates

Latest Creator Portal Updates

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Hey there, creator community! 

Ready to dive into the latest updates from the Creator Portal?

First things first, we are introducing Custom Links! These links will help guide your audience to take action on platforms like Instagram and TikTok by choosing how you share important links ahead of time. 

Additionally make a difference through Access Codes! These will make your life easier by allowing you to share your content link for increased exposure. Be sure to share your code and stay tuned for more amazing updates. Let’s keep creating amazing content together! ✨

January 2024 Creator Portal Updates

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To start the new year off strong, we gathered recommendations and suggestions from our creators and our DROs on how to improve the Creator Portal. 

So if you missed the January Newsletter, here is everything you need to know about the latest Creator Portal updates:

  • Goodbye Stripe, Hello Dots – People First is transitioning from Stripe to Dots as our newest payment platform. Not only will Dots make it easier than ever for our creators to receive payment, it will also provide additional options to receive payment, including Venmo, Cash App, or a direct deposit into your bank account. Verify your Dots account by heading over to the Payout Center in your Creator Portal account and type in the verification code that will be sent to your phone. 
  • Pre-application Chat – Creators will now be able to chat with a People First representative prior to applying to campaign! This will create a more efficient and  seamless experience where creators will be able to ask preliminary questions campaign details, requirements, and rates before taking the time to apply. The chat box can be found in the bottom right corner of your Creator Portal screen.
  • Passions & Interests – To better tailor campaigns to our diverse and niche creators, our campaigns will not come with tags that indicate what the project is about and/or what types of creators we are seeking. Be sure to update your settings with you Passions and Interests to ensure you get personalized recommendations!

These are just some of the improvements that we made to the Creator Portal this new year. If you have any suggestions, feel free to reach out to us via Instagram, Facebook, or Email! Also, be sure to subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay up-to-date on any future Creator Portal updates and all things People First!

Sandy Hook Promise Needs Your Help!

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Founded in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary mass shooting that devasated the nation, Sandy Hook Promise, a national nonprofit organization, has fought to protect American children from gun violence and other harmful acts that hurt children. The organization centers on educating and empowering youth and adults to recognize, intervene, and get help for individuals who may be at risk of hurting themselves or others. 

Even with the hard work and dedication from organizations like Sandy Hook Promise, there have been hundreds of school shootings since Sandy Hook, including 30 in the year 2023 alone. We can do more, we need to do more. 

Sandy Hook Promise has partnered with prominent comedians to encourage their viewers to take threats seriously, learn warning signs, and utilize the organizations resources to keep American children safe. Now, they are looking for precision microinfluencers to continue the spread of their message to all audiences, from any and every niche. 

If you believe in protecting America’s children from gun violence, help Sandy Hook Promise by sharing their posts on your social media channels!

Twitter/X

Instagram

Facebook

LinkedIn

Threads

If you’d like to do more, download and upload this video. In your post, be sure to…

  • Use the hashtags #SandyHookPromise & #ProtectOurKids
  • Tag @sandyhookpromise on Instagram, Threads, and Facebook; @sandyhook on Twitter/X 
  • Add a link to their campaign landing page: sandyhookpromise.org/justjoking

Coming Soon to the Creator Portal…

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We at People First are excited to reveal new features that are coming to the Creator Portal. These features were designed with care by our tech team to support our creators in the application and approval processes for our paid partnership campaigns. 

Below is the list of new features: 

  • Verification checkboxes: The Creator Portal now features verification checkboxes where creators can verify aspects about themselves, their profession, or their identity. 
  • Prompt response: The Creator Portal also features a prompt response where creators have the opportunity to provide our DROs with some context or background on why they are a good fit for the campaign. 
  • Shipping address: The “My Profile” section of the Creator Portal will soon include shipping addresses so creators can input the best address to receive products and campaign materials. 
  • Enhanced communication: One feature we are particularly excited about is the new automated alert feature for unread messages, which will be used to alert creators when there is new feedback regarding their content/submission.

Be sure to check out these features once they are live and let us know if you have any suggestions on how we can improve the Creator Portal!

People First Sizzles

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Hey creators,

Earlier this week, we dropped our first video/reel in a while! It highlights the power of using microinfluencers, such as you all, in commercial and advocacy campaigns. 

Be sure to check it out and follow our social media to stay up-to-date on our latest content!

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Creator Portal Updates Coming Soon!

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People First is thrilled to announce the release of a new feature in our Creator Portal! Starting June 1st 2023, influencers can easily connect their Instagram and TikTok accounts to our application, making it simpler than ever to partner with brands and campaigns. Read on to learn more about how to make these connections today, as they will soon become a requirement in order to continue navigating campaigns People First. 

Why Social Connection?

As more social platforms are working to ensure both brand and creator safety on their platforms, credentialization services and functionality is becoming more important than ever. By connecting your Instagram and Tiktok accounts to People First, you’ll be helping us give you a wider access to opportunities for partnerships and collaborations with brands and campaigns. Linking your accounts to our platform will give you the ability to showcase your reach, engagement, and creativity to potential partners. 

How Does This Help Me?

The new required social connections are going to support you as a People First Creator in the following three ways:

  1. Access to More Campaign Opportunities → By connecting your Instagram and Tiktok accounts to People First, you’ll be able to access a wider range of opportunities to create with top brands and advocacy groups, like the ability to post stories! 
  2. Increased Accuracy for Campaign Rates → With your social media accounts linked to our platform, we will have more accurate data about your reach, engagement, and overall performance as an influencer. This means that we will be able to set more accurate rates for campaigns, helping you earn what you deserve for your hard work.
  3. More Secure Creator Portal and Community → By requiring social connections, we’re able to maintain a more secure Creator Portal and community. This helps ensure that only authentic, verified influencers are able to access the platform and engage with our brand partners.

Forever Loading…

Are you having trouble connecting your Instagram or Tiktok account to People First? If you’re experiencing the dreaded “forever loading” error, don’t worry – there are a few easy steps you can take to fix the issue. First, make sure you’re logged into the correct account on both Instagram and Tiktok. Then, clear your browser’s cache and cookies and try again – here is a link to a quick way to do that on Google Chrome or Safari. 

Facebook Account Not Tied To Instagram Account

If your Facebook account isn’t tied to your Instagram account, you may run into some issues when trying to connect to People First. In this case, you’ll need to link your Facebook account to your Instagram account before proceeding. To do this, go to your Instagram profile, select “Edit Profile,” and then click “Page.” From there, you can link your Facebook account to your Instagram account and proceed with connecting to People First. For more information please refer to Meta’s documentation on how to do this connection correctly.

Don’t Have A TikTok Account

If you don’t have a Tiktok account yet, no problem! It’s easy to create one and start connecting with brands and campaigns through People First. Simply download the TikTok app and follow the prompts to create an account. Once you’ve done that, you can easily connect your TikTok account to People First through our Creator Portal.

Instagram Account Tied To Facebook Profile Isn’t Creator Account/Business Account

To use your Instagram account for partnerships through People First, it must be a Creator Account or Business Account. If your Instagram account is tied to your Facebook profile but is not a Creator or Business Account, you’ll need to convert it before proceeding. To do this, go to your Instagram profile, select “Edit Profile,” and then click “Account.” From there, you can switch to a Creator or Business Account and begin using your Instagram account for partnerships through People First. For more assistance, please refer to Meta’s documentation on how to turn your FB Profile into a Creator/Business Account

Instagram Account Tied To Facebook Profile Isn’t Going To Be Used For Partnerships:

If your Instagram account tied to your Facebook profile is not going to be used for partnerships through People First, you don’t need to worry about connecting it. You can simply skip this step and continue using People First by connecting your TikTok account. However, keep in mind that connecting your Instagram account can help you access more opportunities for partnerships and growth as an influencer. 

I’m still having trouble connecting my Instagram or TikTok account 

If you’re still having trouble, you can reach out to our support team for assistance. We’re online from 9am – 5pm ET at creators.peoplefirst.cc with the use of our chatbox. If you’re on mobile, you’re welcome to shoot us an email at [email protected] and we’ll be in touch with you as soon as possible. 

Creator Portal Version 2.0 Launch Coming Soon!

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Great news, creators! You’ve asked and we’ve listened. Over the past several months the People First team has been working with our network of creators to review your feedback and bring about big changes to the Creator Portal. 

The time has come, and we couldn’t be more excited to bring to our community the newest version of the Creator Portal, coming out in just a few weeks… 

Here’s what you can expect to see:

Tell us your Passions & Interests:

  • This feature will allow new AND existing users to tell us about their Passions and Interests. Select up to 5 interests so that we can get a sense of which campaign opportunities would be a fit for you. We’ll use this information to tailor your notifications, so that you hear right away when a campaign that aligns with your interests is added to the Creator Portal.

Sign In with your Socials:

  • One of the largest changes coming to the Creator Portal will require ALL users to login with one their existing social media accounts (ex. Google, Instagram, TikTok, etc.) Why? This connection will allow for a more secure sign-in procedure. Additionally, the social connection integration provides People First with more insight into your social media’s profile analytics, which in turn allows People First to offer more competitive rates.

Applying to Campaigns Just Got Easier:

  • The newest version of the Creator Portal will help provide a seamless application experience. We will transition from separating campaign applications into “Image” and “Video.” Instead, users should select their desired campaign, toggle between their desired content type, and indicate the platform they intend to go live on. What’s more is that we’re offering more opportunities to create — beyond just Instagram and TikTok content. We’re encouraging all users to apply to campaigns with any of preferred social media platforms, whether that be Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn, Youtube, or Pinterest! 

Application Justification

  • Are you the perfect candidate for a campaign & would like us to know? Some campaigns on the Creator Portal will come equipped with an Application Justification section, so that you can briefly explain to us why your story will make for a great contribution to the campaign. Additionally, there may be additional fields to check-off before applying, so that our team can confirm aspects about your background before bringing you into the campaign.

Apply & Re-Apply!

  • Did you come across a campaign that you loved participating in? If so, we’re allowing users the ability to re-apply to campaigns. Here, you can make additional pieces of content, or submit your original post to go live on a different social media platform. Please note this feature may not be enabled across all campaigns. 

SMS notifications

  • Having trouble knowing when there’s an update regarding one of your campaigns? We know that emails get lost and that communication on different collaborations can be tricky. That’s why we’re dedicated to getting important information in front of you as soon as possible, which is why we’re turning on SMS notifications! Yes, users will receive a text message when there’s been an update regarding your application or submission. To update your notification settings, head over to your Profile to adjust your Settings to receive notifications via SMS. 

Questions about these changes? Feel free to speak to a People First Representative on the Creator Portal, using the chat feature on the bottom right corner! 

We appreciate your patience with us, as we value your honest feedback & our always at work to improve our user experience. 

Creator Portal Update: Holiday Break

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❄️Happy Holiday Season to Our People First Creator Family❄️

In preparation for the holiday season, please keep the following updates in mind:

  • People First offices will be closed for holiday break from December 24, 2022 – January 2, 2023, which means that:
    • content will be accepted, but it won’t be reviewed by any of our clients until we return
    • we won’t have the ability to send anyone live (unless previously agreed upon)
    • we will still be processing creator payments for those that went live before the break
  • Campaigns sponsors and clients will also be on break 

However, People First will still have People First Representative’s online to chat with creators on the CP accepting submissions, reviewing applications, and answering questions via People First’s site chat.

Note: office hours are limited to 10am-5pm.

As such, we ask for your patience with regard to delays in approvals or feedback with submission and communication.

Enjoy your holiday season! 

Join People First Social Club’s Weekly Creator Office Hours

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Hey creators! Do you have general questions about navigating the creator portal? Or do you have specific questions about campaigns and payments? If you do, come out to People First Social Club’s weekly creator office hours on Tuesdays from 5:00 pm EST to 5:30 pm EST.

In addition to answering all of your questions, we hope to hear some of your ideas about how we at the Social Club can help support you!

If you are interested, join using this Google Meet link: https://meet.google.com/tou-thyd-bjc 

Creator Portal Update: Rating Creators

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Hey Creators~ In an effort to strengthen relations between creators and People First organizers, we at People First will now be rating your campaign fulfillment! Don’t fret, it is an incredibly simple three-step rating process: 

Upon completion of a campaign, the People First team will consider the following components in a composite 5-star rating:

  1. Rate the creators Campaign Quality out of 5 stars

This is where People First rates the amount of effort the creator put into making their post and how well they adhered to the campaign’s guidelines and requirements 

  1. Rate the creator’s Communication Style out of 5 stars

This is where People First rates the creators’ professionalism and ability to submit content within a reasonable time frame

  1. Rate the creator’s Overall performance out of 5 stars

This is where People first rates how likely they are to work with this creator again in the future

This rating system was created with the intention of tracking the relationships between repeated creators and People First organizers. Any creator that satisfies the requirements of the campaign and responds regularly should receive 5-stars! Creators will not be able to view or modify their rating, as they are for internal use.

In the unlikely event that a creator receives two overall 1-star ratings, they will be ineligible to apply to future campaigns on the Creator Portal.
Keep an eye out for future updates as we may use these creator ratings to reward repeated creators with 5-star ratings!

Creator Portal Update: Join Us on Mobile

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Looking to browse and apply to a People First campaign while you’re on the go? Great news, the Creator Portal is now available on any mobile device. Stay tuned for even more exciting updates in the coming weeks.

Creator Portal Update: The Referral Dashboard

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Here at People First, we’re all digital relational organizers — including our members! This means that if you’re interested in helping find interested participants to join our campaigns, you’ll receive additional compensation. 

Invite any of your friends, family members, neighbors, or co-workers to be a part of our community by sending them your custom referral link. Drop it in your group chats, post it to your Instagram story, or leave it in your Facebook groups so that others can quickly sign up.

To access your link, visit “My Profile.”  On the left-hand side, click “Referral Dashboard.” Copy your referral link and forward it directly to those who you think would be interested in participating in a campaign with People First. If your referral is accepted to join the campaign & goes live with their content, you will receive anywhere from $25-$100 per referral! 

Please note, you will receive compensation after your referral goes live with their content. This payout will be accessible to you in the Payout Center.

Creator Portal Update: Campaign Limits

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Hey creators~

People First is constantly updating the Creator Portal to give our community of content-creators the best user-experience possible. We appreciate your patience and feedback over the last several months!

One of our latest updates places a restriction on the number of campaigns in which creators can apply. Currently, this limit is set to a total of four campaigns. That is to say if you have applied to four campaigns already, you will need to wait until your profile has been reviewed and it has been confirmed that you’re a fit before applying to more campaigns. Fortunately, there is no restriction on the number of campaigns you can be approved for at any given time. 

Why have we pivoted to limiting the number of applications? Here at People First, it’s important to us that creators are applying to campaigns in which they’re drawn to, as opposed to applying to campaigns in bulk. All of our campaigns offer a description that provides some preliminary background information on the campaign, and gives you, the creator, a sense of who the ideal candidate is. Please take the time to read these descriptions carefully, as you may find that some campaigns are not a match for you. Additionally, this restriction helps you, the creator, give your feed some breathing room, away from having too many sponsored posts. 

We hope this change is something that helps our creator community, and allows interested applicants a faster turn around to confirm whether or not you have been approved to participate. As always, we look forward to reviewing your applications and seeing what you come up with!