Earning with Stock Photos on Shutterstock

Aug 19, 2024

How to Make Money on Shutterstock

Introduction

  • Presenter: Mike Fasil
  • Topic: Making money on Shutterstock as a complete beginner, earning $100 to $700 a day without prior experience.
  • Reminder: Free workshop available to learn the fastest way to make money online.
  • Example: A 62-year-old woman made $160,000 profit in 90 days.

Understanding the Making Money Online Ecosystem

  • Business model: Business owners need stock footage, photography for marketing and content.
  • Personal success:
    • Netted $57,000 in 30 days.
    • Grew income from $7/day to $1,000/day over 365 days.

Reasons for Earning on Shutterstock

  • Business owners are looking for specific content for their needs.
  • Example: MicrosoftGuru.com made over $42,000 selling photos on Shutterstock.
  • Key Point: Provide what businesses want.

Most Requested Content Examples

  1. Back to School:
    • Document students transitioning back to school.
    • Capture students in various settings (dorms, classrooms, playgrounds).
  2. Caring for a Drink:
    • Focus on cocktails and drinks in various settings.
    • Avoid visible branding or logos.
  3. Home Security:
    • Capture installation of security equipment.
    • Highlight the growing trend in affordable home security solutions.
  4. Diverse Weddings:
    • Content depicting modern weddings, including LGBTQ representation.

Maximizing Earnings through Keywords

  • Importance of keywords in both Google and Shutterstock.
  • Example: If someone searches for “wedding dress”, ensure relevant photos are available.
  • Use keyword research to create targeted photography that meets demand.

Levels of Earning Potential

  1. Initial Earnings: Focus on direct sales of your photos.
  2. Higher Earnings: Utilize Shutterstock's affiliate program:
    • Earn up to $300 per customer referred.
    • Create content that directs potential buyers to Shutterstock.
    • Example: Blog articles on where to find royalty-free images.

Conclusion

  • Mike's personal achievement: Grew from 7 dollars a day to significant passive income.
  • Encouragement: If he can achieve success, so can anyone else.
  • Final Reminder: Sign up for the free workshop to learn more.
  • Suggested resources: Podcast featuring successful individuals in photography and online business.