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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
183 episodes
Manage episode 404770874 series 2805892
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
183 episodes
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