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Is YouTube Headed for a Paywall?

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Next in Media spoke to creator economy expert Jim Louderback about his theory regarding the growth of YouTube subscriptions. Jim also discussed the growing creators-launching-brands trend, and the problems at Twitch.

Takeaways

• YouTube is likely moving towards a subscription model to generate more revenue, similar to other media platforms.

• Creators are finding success in monetizing their content through shared subscription revenue rather than relying solely on advertising.

• TikTok is facing challenges in appealing to older demographics and ensuring a safe environment for children.

• Traditional media companies should consider the changing consumption habits of younger audiences and explore new formats and platforms.

• Creators have a unique connection with their audience that traditional media and brands should understand and leverage.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Background

01:22 - YouTube's Subscription Model

04:11 - Challenges of Transitioning to a Subscription Model

05:27 - The Potential of Windowing Content

06:31 - The Rise and Fall of Vessel

07:35 - The Role of Brands in the Creator Economy

09:46 - Brands' Allocation of Resources

10:43 - Trends and Challenges in TikTok

13:05 - Competition from TikTok Copycats

15:52 - Challenges at Twitch

23:33 - The Potential of Creators Forming Their Own Network

26:49 - The Unique Connection Between Creators and Their Audience

Guest: Jim Louderback

Host: Mike Shields

Produced by: Fresh Take

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183 episodes

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Manage episode 404770874 series 2805892
Content provided by Shield Strategic and Mike Shields. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Shield Strategic and Mike Shields or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.

Next in Media spoke to creator economy expert Jim Louderback about his theory regarding the growth of YouTube subscriptions. Jim also discussed the growing creators-launching-brands trend, and the problems at Twitch.

Takeaways

• YouTube is likely moving towards a subscription model to generate more revenue, similar to other media platforms.

• Creators are finding success in monetizing their content through shared subscription revenue rather than relying solely on advertising.

• TikTok is facing challenges in appealing to older demographics and ensuring a safe environment for children.

• Traditional media companies should consider the changing consumption habits of younger audiences and explore new formats and platforms.

• Creators have a unique connection with their audience that traditional media and brands should understand and leverage.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Background

01:22 - YouTube's Subscription Model

04:11 - Challenges of Transitioning to a Subscription Model

05:27 - The Potential of Windowing Content

06:31 - The Rise and Fall of Vessel

07:35 - The Role of Brands in the Creator Economy

09:46 - Brands' Allocation of Resources

10:43 - Trends and Challenges in TikTok

13:05 - Competition from TikTok Copycats

15:52 - Challenges at Twitch

23:33 - The Potential of Creators Forming Their Own Network

26:49 - The Unique Connection Between Creators and Their Audience

Guest: Jim Louderback

Host: Mike Shields

Produced by: Fresh Take

  continue reading

183 episodes

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