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Creator FAQs

What is Forefront?

Forefront is the 1st creator marketplace that allows creators of all sizes and backgrounds to work with Black-owned brands for paid and gifted collaborations. We make it easy for you to use your influence to uplift your favorite Black-owned brands.

How can I become a Forefront Creator?

Click here to sign-up to be a Forefront Creator. Once your application has been reviewed and approved you can begin applying for campaigns within our creator marketplace.

Do I have to have a certain follower account to get approved?

No, there are no minimum follower requirements to join Forefront. You just have to showcase your ability to create high-quality UGC videos and photos for brands. When you apply you’ll be able to share your portfolio with us.

How does Forefront vet creators?

Forefront vets creators in 3 ways to ensure we accept the best creators to produce high-quality content for brands. 

‍Application Process: All creators must complete a Forefront Creator application and get approved before they can start applying for campaigns. This allows us to gather basic information and ensure they’re suitable to join.

‍Partnership Portfolio: Each creator must upload a link to their portfolio/media kit with work samples from previous projects. This allows us to assess the quality, style, and consistency of the creator's content. Brands can view a creator’s portfolio via the creator’s profile.

‍Rating System: Each brand will be able to rate a creator after they complete a campaign for them. Creators will be rated on their ability to meet deadlines, follow campaign guidelines/requests, and on their content quality. Any negative ratings will affect future partnerships and possibly membership within Forefront’s creator marketplace.

Do I have to pay to join Forefront?

No, Forefront is completely free for creators.

How can I collab with brands on Forefront?

Once you’ve been approved as a Forefront Creator, you’ll be able to view all the active campaigns and apply to collab with brands that align with your interests. Forefront will also send you campaign recommendations.

How long does a creator have to create content?

Creators will have up to 14 days from receiving the product to publish the agreed-upon content. All creators will share their content in a shared album for the brand to access and repurpose as needed.

How are creators compensated?

Creators will receive free products from brands in exchange for UGC. In the future, we’ll offer paid collaborations that allow creators to get paid for the content they create.

How much creative range does the creator have on the content they create?

Creators have full creative range over the content created for partnerships, as long as they follow all requests and guidelines a brand outlines in their campaign.

Is Forefront only for Black creators?

No, creators of any backgrounds and ethnicities can apply to join Forefront - just need to have the desire to uplift Black-owned brands. In the future, we plan to extend our services to other POC-owned brands.

Brand Questions about Forefront?

Forefront is the easiest way for Black-owned brands to partner with creators & access quality UGC that converts. Contact us directly, book a demo or check out our FAQs to get started.

Brand FAQs

What is Forefront?

Forefront is the 1st creator & content marketplace for Black-owned commerce brands. We make it easy for brands to access high-quality UGC from creators representing their brand’s culture & audience. Content brands receive on Forefront can be used on social media, promotional ads, company websites, etc.

What is UGC & why should brands use it?

UGC stands for user-generated content and is any form of content - images, video, testimonials, & reviews - created by users and customers instead of the brand itself. UGC is great for building trust, authenticity, & social proof with your audience and can be repurposed for many different occasions.

What type of partnerships does Forefront offer?

Forefront is currently offering gifted collaborations. This allows creators to receive free products in exchange for  UGC content. We plan to offer paid collaborations so creators can get paid for the UGC they publish. 

How does Forefront vet creators?

Forefront vets creators in 3 ways to ensure we accept the best creators to produce high-quality content for brands. 

‍Application Process: All creators must complete a Forefront Creator application and get approved before they can start applying for campaigns. This allows us to gather basic information and ensure they’re suitable to join.

‍Partnership Portfolio: Each creator must upload a link to their portfolio/media kit with work samples from previous projects. This allows us to assess the quality, style, and consistency of the creator's content. Brands can view a creator’s portfolio via the creator’s profile.

‍Rating System: Each brand will be able to rate a creator after they complete a campaign for them. Creators will be rated on their ability to meet deadlines, follow campaign guidelines/requests, and on their content quality. Any negative ratings will affect future partnerships and possibly membership within Forefront’s creator marketplace.

What happens if a creator doesn’t produce content?

All creators must publish content within 14 days of receiving their products. If a creator doesn’t publish the agreed-upon content on time or at all, they risk being removed from our creator platform.

After each partnership, all brands and creators will get to rate their collab experience to ensure Forefront is offering the best experience for all of its users. These ratings can affect future partnerships.

Do brands receive usage right?

Brands can request 100% usage rights in their campaigns. As creators apply and accept the partnership, they will agree to share any content with the brand to use and distribute as desired.

How much does it cost for brands to join Forefront?

Forefront is only $29.99 for brands. This subscription includes unlimited campaigns, unlimited collaborations, and monthly influencer recommendations. We will also manage all collaborations to ensure all creators receive products and post within the timeline.