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Tools and resources to help creators protect their work and know their value.

Creator Tools & Resources

As a creator, you shouldn’t have to choose between exposure and exploitation.

Being a creator means wearing many hats — storyteller, marketer, editor, and sometimes even lawyer. The truth is: you don’t need a law degree to protect your work, but you do need the right tools.

This Creator Tools & Resources hub is built for you: practical, affordable, and easy-to-use downloads that help you negotiate smarter, disclose properly, and get paid what you’re worth.

✨ Whether you’re landing your first brand deal or scaling your rates, these guides will give you the clarity and confidence to treat your content like the business it is.

Support, strategy, and legal clarity for content creators who want to protect their value and get paid their worth.

💡Starter Tools for New Creators

Start here if you’re ready to build confidence without breaking the bank.

These starter tools are all under $10 and designed to give you quick wins — from protecting yourself in contracts to understanding how to price your content.

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Creator Legal Mini Pack

Protect your content & coins with starter scripts, templates, and decoder notes. Inside you’ll find ready-to-use email templates, negotiation script starters, and plain-language notes on tricky contract clauses. Perfect for creators who want the exact words to push back on unfair deals — without second-guessing themselves.

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Know Your Worth Checklist

Your pocket guide to stop underpricing and start negotiating with confidence. This checklist walks you through the essentials before any deal: spotting red flags, organizing your rate card, and clarifying your non-negotiables. A quick, actionable download to help you say “yes” to the right opportunities and “no” to the wrong ones.

Contract Decoder Cheat Sheet for creators, influencers, and freelancers to spot red flags in brand contracts.

Creator's Quick Contract Decoder

Take the mystery out of legal jargon. This resource breaks down the most common contract clauses you’ll see as a creator — from usage rights to exclusivity — in plain, easy-to-understand language. No more signing blind.

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Quick Contract Red Flag Checklist

Never miss a red flag again. This checklist helps you quickly scan any brand contract for deal-breakers like perpetual rights, hidden exclusivity, vague payment terms, or unclear deliverables. Perfect for creators who want a simple “cheat sheet” before signing so you can spot potential risks in minutes. Use it before agreeing to any deal, big or small, and walk away knowing exactly what to question, clarify, or negotiate.

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CPM Kickstart Guide

Learn how to price your content smarter. This quick reference guide breaks down CPM (cost per mille) in plain language, showing how rates differ across niches, platforms, and audience sizes. You’ll get sample CPM ranges, a formula to calculate fair pricing, and pro tips for negotiating higher rates with brands. If you’ve ever wondered what your content is truly worth — or how to stop guessing your rate — this guide gives you the confidence to charge fairly and consistently.

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Creator Rate Calculator

Know your worth in numbers. This easy-to-use tool helps you calculate fair rates based on your niche, audience size, platform engagement, and deliverables. Great for creators who want a quick, no-fluff way to back up their rates with real data — whether you’re pitching, negotiating, or updating your media kit. Includes bonus tips on adjusting your rates as your influence grows and tracking your pricing progress over time.

📚 Recommended Readings & Legal Blogs

Creator CPM guides for influencers — Mini Cheat Sheet, Kickstart Guide, and Strategy Guide with media kit bonus."

The Creator’s Guide to CPM: From Freebies to Full Strategy

Confused about how much to charge brands? Learn what CPM means, why it matters for…

Want to go deeper?

These recommended readings and blog posts cover the latest rules, platform policies, and legal insights you should know as a creator.

Stay informed so you can protect yourself and keep your content compliant.

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