Conor
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Hey everyone! I am new here and am going to make a post based on my knowledge of YouTube networks and how to choose one. (I have been a partner for 4 years and currently own a network) 
This will basically cover most of the main features people are interested about Partnership and what they should take into account when choosing a network; CPMs, Custom Branding, Perks, Requirements, Contract and/or contract length, Payment threshold, Payment schedule, Promotion and finally Support.
I will start with CPM as it is probably the most attractive thing about partnership. CPM is short for 'Cost Per Mile' and this is the price the advertisers pay to display ads on your videos. No network can ever guarantee a set CPM as it may increase or decrease depending on the genre of videos you make, but it usually is somewhere around 2-5$ with a no cap CPM. A no cap CPM is that there is no set price the network pays you per 1000 views,which is better because your revenue is likely to fluctuate in a good way! Exact opposite for a cap CPM, networks usually pick a figure around 1-2$ and set it as a default figure for every 1000 monetized views you receive - Make sure the network has a No Cap CPM!
You are not paid for your gross earnings, its depending on the net revenue that has been generated from your channel. Usually this is available in the 'analytics' section of your account I believe, or sometimes networks have dashboards that display that info.
Custom Branding is a great feature and gives your channel an extended area to personalize! It makes a channel look much more professional and dedicated. Branding features include a clickable banner at the top of the YouTuber's channel. This is a great way to promote your social media/merchandise/other accounts on your page.
Another branding feature is custom thumbnails. Thumbnails are a great way to gain views because some of the pictures draw you in and may lead you with more viewers/subscribers. But note: Make sure the thumbnail is completely related to your video! Failure to do this may lead in a community strike from YouTube
So unfortunately no, a picture of a hot girl in a bikini is most likely not related to a new Vlog you made..
Some networks have great perks, such as option to be a paid recruiter/director, a forum just for the networks partners, free GFX and access to a library of royalty free music. Really just a way of improving your content/channel in a non copyrighted way and/or increasing your revenue.
Basic requirements for a typical network is about 200 views per day with no copyrighted content. This means you must create original content, and if you don't you need full permission from the content owner to use it. This includes music.
Most contracts for networks are okay, but we should always make sure to read them just incase. It's just so you can confirm you are okay with their rules, and happy to make the percentage of CPM they offer you. Along with this comes the length of the contract, most likely to be about 1 year which is not too bad. However, if you want to leave the network after you have signed the contract, and 1 year is not up yet; you will not be allowed.
Most networks have a payment threshold, a good few do not have one at all. A payment threshold is a figure you have to reach before you receive your money. It usually is around 10$ which is easily attainable.
A fast, efficient payment schedule is essential for a network. Nobody wants to receive payments late, months after you got those views. Make sure the schedule is suitable for you. The most popular mode of payments is PayPal for networks, so I would suggest making a PayPal account and confirming it with a bank account/credit card.
Also, if you are under 18, make sure you do not write down an incorrect age! Create an account for your parents on PayPal with their permission and use it.
Some people may be interested in joining a network because of the community of partners it has, whom you also could collaborate with, or even if you just want a couple of friends online who are network partners, most people are very nice and helpful if you have questions.
Promotion is a great way to get your channel noticed, but it is extremely hard to get with big networks. This is why I like smaller networks. See do the network run a 'Partner of the month' scheme, things like that may help your channel greatly with audience, subscribers and views.
At last, Support! We all should want a network that offers unlimited support 24 hours a day. Partners nearly always have unanswered questions! You should join a network that will offer you advice how you can maximize the most out of your content and revenue. With bigger networks they may not have as much staff, so this is what I like about a smaller network.
You should put all these things into consideration when deciding to join a network, and make sure you are confident with your decision. Took me a good while to write this so a like would be nice.
I hope I helped you choose the right network to join,
-Conor
(If you have any extra questions feel free to add me on skype @ conorfla10)
This will basically cover most of the main features people are interested about Partnership and what they should take into account when choosing a network; CPMs, Custom Branding, Perks, Requirements, Contract and/or contract length, Payment threshold, Payment schedule, Promotion and finally Support.
I will start with CPM as it is probably the most attractive thing about partnership. CPM is short for 'Cost Per Mile' and this is the price the advertisers pay to display ads on your videos. No network can ever guarantee a set CPM as it may increase or decrease depending on the genre of videos you make, but it usually is somewhere around 2-5$ with a no cap CPM. A no cap CPM is that there is no set price the network pays you per 1000 views,which is better because your revenue is likely to fluctuate in a good way! Exact opposite for a cap CPM, networks usually pick a figure around 1-2$ and set it as a default figure for every 1000 monetized views you receive - Make sure the network has a No Cap CPM!
You are not paid for your gross earnings, its depending on the net revenue that has been generated from your channel. Usually this is available in the 'analytics' section of your account I believe, or sometimes networks have dashboards that display that info.
Custom Branding is a great feature and gives your channel an extended area to personalize! It makes a channel look much more professional and dedicated. Branding features include a clickable banner at the top of the YouTuber's channel. This is a great way to promote your social media/merchandise/other accounts on your page.
Another branding feature is custom thumbnails. Thumbnails are a great way to gain views because some of the pictures draw you in and may lead you with more viewers/subscribers. But note: Make sure the thumbnail is completely related to your video! Failure to do this may lead in a community strike from YouTube
So unfortunately no, a picture of a hot girl in a bikini is most likely not related to a new Vlog you made..
Some networks have great perks, such as option to be a paid recruiter/director, a forum just for the networks partners, free GFX and access to a library of royalty free music. Really just a way of improving your content/channel in a non copyrighted way and/or increasing your revenue.
Basic requirements for a typical network is about 200 views per day with no copyrighted content. This means you must create original content, and if you don't you need full permission from the content owner to use it. This includes music.
Most contracts for networks are okay, but we should always make sure to read them just incase. It's just so you can confirm you are okay with their rules, and happy to make the percentage of CPM they offer you. Along with this comes the length of the contract, most likely to be about 1 year which is not too bad. However, if you want to leave the network after you have signed the contract, and 1 year is not up yet; you will not be allowed.
Most networks have a payment threshold, a good few do not have one at all. A payment threshold is a figure you have to reach before you receive your money. It usually is around 10$ which is easily attainable.
A fast, efficient payment schedule is essential for a network. Nobody wants to receive payments late, months after you got those views. Make sure the schedule is suitable for you. The most popular mode of payments is PayPal for networks, so I would suggest making a PayPal account and confirming it with a bank account/credit card.
Also, if you are under 18, make sure you do not write down an incorrect age! Create an account for your parents on PayPal with their permission and use it.
Some people may be interested in joining a network because of the community of partners it has, whom you also could collaborate with, or even if you just want a couple of friends online who are network partners, most people are very nice and helpful if you have questions.
Promotion is a great way to get your channel noticed, but it is extremely hard to get with big networks. This is why I like smaller networks. See do the network run a 'Partner of the month' scheme, things like that may help your channel greatly with audience, subscribers and views.
At last, Support! We all should want a network that offers unlimited support 24 hours a day. Partners nearly always have unanswered questions! You should join a network that will offer you advice how you can maximize the most out of your content and revenue. With bigger networks they may not have as much staff, so this is what I like about a smaller network.
You should put all these things into consideration when deciding to join a network, and make sure you are confident with your decision. Took me a good while to write this so a like would be nice.
I hope I helped you choose the right network to join,
-Conor
(If you have any extra questions feel free to add me on skype @ conorfla10)
