Can you still make money as a content creator in 2025?

Yes—and faster if you smartly combine affiliate + live shopping.

Ad revenue and CPMs fluctuate. Algorithms change. But creators with an engaged community can earn excellent income in 2025 with a hybrid model:

1. evergreen affiliate (articles, videos, show notes) +

2. recurring live shopping events (on your own site or socials),
   …and a partner that suits your audience.

Case: collaborating with Hans Breuker Art — colorful pop art with humor and energy (lifestyle, sports, motivation, luxury) on canvas and plexiglass. Perfect as a gift or statement piece for home, office, and hospitality.

Explained in 20 seconds:

• Earn per sale via your unique link or code (affiliate) + live sales spikes during events.

• Niche × niche partner = higher relevance → better conversion.

• Creative support: media kit, visuals, texts, “Creator’s Picks” landing page.

Why live shopping works for creators

• Interaction = trust: viewers ask questions, you showcase the product → less doubt, more purchases.

• Urgency & momentum: time-boxed deals, live-only bundles, and social proof.

• You're in control: you own the storytelling, pacing, and call-to-action.

• Combines perfectly with affiliate: after the live, your content continues to drive traffic and sales.

How to integrate live shopping into your business (with me as a partner)

The basics:

• You receive a unique affiliate link + discount code (e.g., CREATOR10).

• We can create a co-branded landing page: Creator’s Picks with your favorites.

• Tracking & reporting: insights into clicks, orders, and commission.

• We agree on commission and cookie window beforehand (e.g., 30 days).

Your formats (choose 1–2 as a regular series):

1. Live Art Drop (30–45 min) – 3–5 selected works, each with a mini-story, material demo (canvas vs plexiglass), Q&A.

2. Gift Guide Live – themes like Father's Day, housewarming, sports season; bundles + temporary code.

3. Studio/Behind the Art – sneak peeks, sketches, limited colorways; educational + sales opportunities.

4. Fan Focus / Club Night – football or city-themed selection; perfect match for your sports or lifestyle community.

5. Office/Hospitality Makeover – B2B-worthy set for office/hospitality, including size selection and hanging system.

Run-of-show (plug & play)

Pre-live (T-7 to T-1):

• Announcement + pre-registration (email + reminder).

• Choose 3–5 artworks + create overlays/visuals (prices, code, sizes).

• Tech check: audio, lighting, framing, product links/pins ready.

• Set up coupon (e.g., 10–15% live-only, valid for 24–48h).

During live:

• Hook (0–60s): what, for whom, why now.

• Rhythm: show a piece → story/value → materials/sizes → price → CTA → Q&A → move to the next.

• Pin your link + repeat your code: beginning, middle, and end.

• Social proof: reviews/highlights; mention delivery time (5–7 business days).

• Urgency: timer/slot; state when the code expires.

Post-live (D+0 to D+7):

• Replay with chapter markers; code potentially extended by 24–48h.

• Segment email: viewers vs no-shows (different subject line/CTA).

• Retargeting: visitors + video viewers; carousel with the 3–5 displayed works.

• Blog/shorts: cut highlights into clips; embed links/codes.

Content that converts (and keeps scoring)

• Buying guides (gifts per target audience/club/interior style).

• Comparisons (canvas vs plexiglass, sizes, price/impact).

• Top lists (Top 10 modern wall decorations for football fans).

• Review + styling (how to combine pop art with minimalist interior).

• Evergreen hub with internal links to sub-articles + your live agenda/archive.

Example income calculation (indicative)

Average Order Value (AOV) at Hans Breuker Art: ± €160.

Tip: keep the link above the fold and repeat your code on screen/in speech; this increases CTR and orders.

What I provide (creative support)

• Media kit: product shots, lifestyle mock-ups, logos, code visuals, example CTAs.

• Creator’s Picks landing page (co-branded).

• Show playbook + scripts + checklist.

• Tracking dashboard (clicks, orders, commission) + periodic insights.

Trust & compliance

• Affiliate disclosure (transparently at the top/after first link): “This article/video contains affiliate links. You pay nothing extra; I may receive a commission.”

• Consistent code: same code in video, description, pinned comment, email.

• Return/cookie policy: we agree in advance on how validation and payout work.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Is live shopping only for large channels?
No. Niche creators often perform better due to higher relevance and engagement.

Do I have to go live every week?
No. Start with once a month or every two weeks and repurpose content (shorts, blog, newsletter).

Can I deep-link to specific works/collections?
Yes. Deep links + personal picks increase conversion.

What commission/cookie duration applies?
We agree on this together (e.g., 10–20% commission; cookie window ~30 days, depending on setup).

Which countries do you deliver to?
Focus on NL & DE (EU possible). Delivery time typically 5–7 business days (country/size may vary).

Sign up & next step

Do you think: this suits my audience? Then we will work together to build a long-term partnership with strong content, live events, and measurable revenue.

→ Sign up for the Hans Breuker Affiliate Program (/pages/affiliate)
→ Request a Live Shopping kick-off (planning, tech, scripts)