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Talking to brands professionally is a game changer for UGC creators, actors, and voice artists.In Episode 12, Chrissy breaks down the exact communication framework you need to book confidently, deliver consistently, and get rehired.You’ll learn:• How to communicate with brands like a professional• Scripts for initial conversations• Clarifying questions every creator should ask• How to deliver content (the right way)• The 5 behaviors brands rehire for• How to maintain emotional neutrality• The “Rehire Email” that leads to repeat projects• Why actors & VO artists excel in brand communication Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Understanding how brands think is one of the most important — and most overlooked — skills for UGC creators, actors, and voice artists.In this episode, Chrissy breaks down the Brand Decision Pyramid and explains the psychology behind why brands choose certain creators. You’ll learn exactly what brands look for, how they make decisions, and how to position yourself as the creator they trust, hire, and rehire.In this episode:• The 4 psychological factors brands use to choose creators• Why your acting & VO training gives you a conversion advantage• What brands are evaluating in the first 5 seconds• The emotional triggers that lead to a “yes”• How to become the “predictable creator” brands rely on• How to stand out in a saturated UGC market Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Understanding how brands think is one of the most important — and most overlooked — skills for UGC creators, actors, and voice artists.In this episode, Chrissy breaks down the Brand Decision Pyramid and explains the psychology behind why brands choose certain creators. You’ll learn exactly what brands look for, how they make decisions, and how to position yourself as the creator they trust, hire, and rehire.In this episode:• The 4 psychological factors brands use to choose creators• Why your acting & VO training gives you a conversion advantage• What brands are evaluating in the first 5 seconds• The emotional triggers that lead to a “yes”• How to become the “predictable creator” brands rely on• How to stand out in a saturated UGC market Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Negotiation is the skill that protects your income as a creator — and most actors, voice artists, and UGC creators have never been taught how to do it.This episode breaks it down clearly and confidently.In this episode, you’ll learn:• The 3 Rules of UGC Negotiation• The Value-Based Counter Offer• How to respond to low offers• How to negotiate usage fees• The Silence Technique• How to walk away professionally• Why actors and VO artists have natural negotiation strengths Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Usage rights are where creators lose the MOST money — and today you’ll learn exactly how to protect yourself.Chrissy breaks down:• Deliverables vs usage• Paid ads vs organic usage• Whitelisting vs Spark Ads• Usage fee pricing• Red flags in contracts• What to NEVER sign• What every contract MUST include Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Pricing UGC is confusing — but it doesn’t have to be.In this episode, Chrissy breaks down her Signature UGC Pricing Ladder so actors and VO artists know how much to charge, when to raise rates, and how to avoid underpricing their work.You’ll learn the difference between deliverable rates and usage fees, how actor-trained creators can charge more, and the mindset shift that helps you price confidently. Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Pitching brands is the MOST important skill in UGC — and the most misunderstood.In this episode, Chrissy teaches you the 3-Sentence Pitch that books UGC work without being salesy, awkward, or overwhelming. You’ll learn where to find brands that actually hire creators, how to choose the right ones for your type, and how to build a consistent, professional outreach habit. Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

If you’ve been wanting to start UGC but keep putting it off because you “don’t have a portfolio yet” — today ends that.In this power-packed episode, I walk you step-by-step through building your entire beginner UGC portfolio in just 15 minutes using nothing more than your phone and the skills you already have as a performer.No perfection.No fancy equipment.No overthinking.Just clear, simple action you can take right now.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The 4 videos every UGC portfolio needsHow to film each clip in 3–5 minutesWhat brands actually look for in creators (it’s not what you think)How actors + VO artists have an instant advantageHow to organize and share your portfolio so you can start pitching todayThe mindset shift that helps performers stop waiting and start creatingBy the end of this episode, you'll have a ready-to-use portfolio you can send to brands, creator platforms, and agencies TODAY. Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Why Brands Choose You: Discover Your UGC TypeIn this episode, Chrissy teaches you how to identify your UGC Casting Type — the version of YOU brands connect with immediately and repeatedly book.You’ll learn how brands classify creators, why actors actually have an advantage in UGC, and how defining your type instantly improves your portfolio, your pitches, and your booking rate. Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Are you an actor or voice artist who’s tired of waiting for auditions… or wondering how to build consistent income doing what you love?In this episode, I reveal exactly how actors and VO artists are making $200/day (or more!) creating UGC — User-Generated Content — from home, with nothing more than their talent and self-tape setup.I’ll walk you through the UGC landscape, your built-in advantages as a performer, and the 3 steps you can take today to start earning real money with your creative skills.💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:• What UGC actually is• What UGC work looks like (beyond the “I love this product” stereotype)• Why actors + VO artists book UGC work faster than influencers• How UGC creators get paid ($150–$300/video + renewals!)• The 3-step beginner system to start making money ASAP Want to work together or learn more? Follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

In this episode, you’ll learn how actors and voice artists are using their performance skills to create paid UGC for brands — even without a large following. If you want to work together or learn more, follow me on Instagram @chrissyhoguebartels and DM me “INFO.”

Want deeper breakdowns, templates, and behind-the-scenes decisions? 🎧 Join me on Patreon Sponsored by Hollywood Winners Circle In this episode, I break down a simple UGC workflow system that helps actors work with brands without burning out. UGC doesn’t have to feel chaotic, exhausting, or like you’re constantly reinventing the wheel. If working with brands feels stressful or unpredictable, it’s rarely because you’re doing something “wrong” creatively — it’s almost always because there’s no clear workflow system in place. In this episode, Chrissy Hogue Bartels breaks down a practical, actor-friendly UGC workflow designed to help performers work professionally with brands without burning out, over-delivering, or undercharging. This episode is especially useful for actors and voice artists who want UGC income to support their creative careers — not replace them or take over their lives. Rather than treating UGC like a side hustle or a guessing game, this episode reframes branded content as a repeatable professional process — one that brands already expect creators to understand, even if they never explain it clearly. Why most UGC stress comes from unclear systems, not difficult clients How brands think about workflow, timelines, and deliverables behind the scenes The key stages of a UGC project — from inquiry to delivery — and where creators often get stuck How a clear workflow actually creates more creative freedom, not less Why actors and voice artists are uniquely equipped to thrive in branded content environments How professionalism, clarity, and boundaries lead to better pay and repeat work Chrissy also explains why many creators feel overwhelmed by UGC — not because the work itself is hard, but because no one ever teaches the structure brands are operating inside. When performers understand that structure, communication becomes easier, expectations are clearer, and the entire process feels less emotional and more strategic. This episode isn’t about hustling harder or producing more content. It’s about working smarter, protecting your time and energy, and positioning yourself as someone brands trust and want to rehire. If you’re an actor or voice artist who wants consistent income without sacrificing your creative goals, this episode will help you start thinking like a professional partner instead of a one-off creator. UGC Income for Actors & VOAs is the no-fluff podcast for actors, voice artists, and performers who want to make real money using their performance skills — without waiting for permission from the industry. Hosted by Chrissy Hogue Bartels (SAG-AFTRA actor, producer, and communication professor), the podcast explores how performers are booking paid UGC, negotiating rates, understanding brand psychology, and building sustainable income that supports long-term creative careers. New episodes focus on practical strategy, mindset shifts, and real-world insight for working artists navigating today’s content economy. If you want behind-the-scenes breakdowns, examples, templates, and extended conversations around UGC and creative income, that’s what Chrissy is building over on Patreon.

Creators don’t burn out because they lack talent, they burn out because they don’t have a system. In Episode 13, Chrissy introduces a high-level UGC workflow system designed specifically for actors and voice artists. This episode gives you clarity, structure, and relief and shows you exactly what’s possible when your creative work is organized. You’ll learn: • Why most creators feel overwhelmed (and how to fix it) • The 5 core steps of a professional UGC workflow • How to build an idea bank that eliminates creative block • Why over-scripting kills performance • How batching protects your energy and creativity • What brands look for in a clean delivery system • Why actors naturally thrive inside structured workflows Resources Mentioned: • UGC Income for Actors & VOAs Academy Course https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/offers/NnubjdWq/checkout • Paid Creator’s Society — Weekly coaching, templates, and accountability for creators ready for ongoing support.  https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/offers/3ES2wkbN/checkout• UGC Incoming Coaching for Performers - 4 1-hour 1:1 sessions, Plus access to Paid Creator's Society https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/offers/qXgYMj9h/checkout • Hollywood Winner’s Circle — Long-term acting career business training. https://makealivingactinganywhere--hollywoodwinnerscircle.thrivecart.com/hwca-mastercourse/67a5a21fb0ee8/ • Free Book: Make a Living Acting Anywhere — UGC Edition Featuring chapters like “UGC Income for Actors & VOAs,” “The Self-Producing Actor,” and “Passive Income for Actors.” 👉 https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/pl/2148718349 And remember — your art is your business.

Client communication is one of the most important skills in the creator economy — yet it’s the area where most creators lose opportunities, undercut their value, or unintentionally look unprofessional. In this episode, Chrissy breaks down exactly how to talk to brands like a working creative professional, not a beginner guessing through the process. You’ll learn: • The 3 phases of client communication • Scripts for initial messages and counter-offers • How to clarify briefs professionally • What to include when delivering content • The 5 behaviors brands LOVE (and rehire for) • How actors naturally excel at communication • The “Rehire Email” that gets you recurring work • How to set boundaries without sounding rigid • The emotional neutrality brands trust These are the communication strategies that separate one-off creators from long-term creative partners. Resources Mentioned: • Paid Creator’s Society — Weekly coaching, communication templates, email scripts, negotiation guides, and community support. • Hollywood Winner’s Circle — Acting business training that transformed Chrissy’s career. • Free Book: Make a Living Acting Anywhere — UGC Edition Featuring chapters like “Representation: Agents, Managers & Casting Directors,” “Passive Income for Actors,” and “The Self-Producing Actor.” And remember — your art is your business. 🎭 Free Book: Make a Living Acting Anywhere 👉 https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/pl/2148718349 Join the Paid Creator’s Society for UGC Income for Actors and VOAs: https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/offers/3ES2wkbN/checkout

Most creators think UGC is just “point and shoot”—but brands hire creators who understand creative direction. In this episode, Chrissy breaks down how actors and voice artists can use their natural performance training to deliver professional, reliable, and emotionally aligned content that makes brands want to rehire them again and again. You’ll learn: • What “brand voice” actually means • How to match tone, pace, and presence to a brand’s identity • How to structure your delivery based on the brand’s goals • Emotional containment (the skill that gets you rehired) • The 5 “Rehire Factors” brands evaluate • Why consistency matters more than aesthetics • The difference between talent and a creative partner • How actors can bring storytelling intelligence into UGC This episode elevates your creator mindset and positions you as a professional — not just a performer. 🎭 Free Book: Make a Living Acting Anywhere 👉 https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/pl/2148718349  Join the Paid Creator’s Society for UGC Income for Actors and VOAs: https://ugcincomeforactorsandvoas.mykajabi.com/offers/3ES2wkbN/checkout Hollywood Winner's Circle (Special Bundle) BLACK FRIDAY SALE: https://makealivingactinganywhere--hollywoodwinnerscircle.thrivecart.com/winners-special-bundle-sale/ USE: BLK300