Choose Your Creative Player: Content Creator 🎬
We’re ready to hit that like and subscribe button; we only need you to upload that podcast or video. What are you waiting for?
Before you press record, let’s scroll into your potential future as a content creator. Trust us, you’re going to want to read this…
A Day in the Life of an Influential Content Creator 🤳
The studio lights glow softly. You’ve turned a blank canvas of a room into a recognisable set that thousands of subscribers adore. It’s filled with trinkets and memorabilia from your years of building your online community.
Some bits are fan gifts; others are gentle nods to your content and easter eggs from previous episodes. You’ve finally mastered your lighting set-up after years of being too time-poor to invest in learning how to position everything properly.
Now, it quickly casts the perfect ambience for today’s recording session. This is your creative sanctuary, a space that feels like a second home.
You’re no longer fumbling with scripts or second-guessing your ideas—each episode has a purpose, and each video feels closer to your vision. You’ve finally found your voice!
This morning, you’re scripting an episode about a topic close to your heart. Your brainstorming session with fellow creators within Studio Sonder last week sparked new ideas, and the feedback from your audience is driving this one.
Your subscribers—1 million strong and growing—feel like an extended family.
Their enthusiasm keeps you energised as you hit “record.” You can’t believe you get to do this as a job. All those years as a teen watching your favourite YouTubers and listening to podcasts on your way to work have finally transformed into YOUR life.
You never wanted fame or free stuff; you wanted to be accepted in a world where you never felt like you fit in. With every episode you upload, you get to do the same for someone else out in the world.
Even though your community continues to grow, you remain humble in this mission. You’re creating to make the world a little freakin’ better, and you’re filled with gratitude that your audience keeps returning to hear what you have to say.
The content flows effortlessly. You used to be lost for ideas or would piggyback off of other creators’ successful videos, but they never quite landed for you.
Nothing felt right, but then you tapped into being yourself and discussing what matters most. Even if it gets one view or one million views, you understand that remaining true to yourself is the most important factor behind your brand’s success.
You’ve now built a system that allows you to focus on creativity while your team manages editing, social media, and partnerships. Speaking of partnerships, you recently landed a significant brand deal—something you once dreamed about when you were just starting.
You have to double-take when you first receive the offer. This brand deal alone pays more than your old annual salary.
Your new video goes live by midday. Comments flood in. People share stories about how your content is impacting their lives. Your influence isn’t just about numbers; it’s about making a difference.
You carefully listen to constructive feedback as well. You know you’re nothing without your audience, though you’ve mastered categorising the “hate” from the “feedback”.
Once upon a time, you were terrified of bad-intentioned comments; they would paralyse you for weeks, and you’d give up on your content creation dreams. Heavens forefend if someone you know found your videos and shared them in the group chat.
Your heart would start racing whenever you saw the “share” metric go up. But you’ve beat those fears. Climbing cringe mountain is part of the journey, and no one doing better than you has time to criticise you purposely.
That was a mantra you learned in a Studio Sonder masterclass. Since then, you’ve never looked back.
The afternoon is for planning. You map out the next month’s episodes, blending entertainment with value. Every video or podcast you create feels authentic, leaving your audience eager for more.
You’ve grown so much that you can now employ a researcher, editor, and even a second script writer to help you remain consistent and continue improving the quality of your videos.
You thought this life was only reserved for the Mr Beasts and Ali Abdaals of the world. But it’s not. There was always space at the table for you, too.
Evenings are about connecting with your community, answering questions, and engaging with followers who look up to you.
You feel proud knowing you’ve built more than a channel—you created a movement. You host regular live sessions for your paid members, and you feel like you are exactly where you are meant to be for the first time in your life.
As the day ends, you reflect on how far you’ve come, driven by a simple desire to inspire, create, and make an impact.
As you settle down to bed, you open YouTube and search for your favourite creator to fall asleep to as you always have. You wonder, for a moment, if somewhere out there is doing the same but with your channel. We can guarantee you they are.
Hit Record Now:
Your Creator Life is Ready to Go Live 👇
🎬 Build Your Creative Foundation
Wake-Up & Reflect
Start your day with gratitude. Write three things you’re thankful for and one creative goal for the day.
Try The Morning Pages: Write three pages per morning of free-flowing writing—whatever comes to mind. Don’t stop until the pages are finished. Rinse and repeat daily!
Mind & Body Refresh
Do a quick workout or mindfulness session to energise yourself for the day. Energy is everything on camera; moving your body is an excellent way to loosen up and get in the zone for filming!
Content Inspiration
Watch or listen to content from other creators you admire. Take notes on techniques, trends, or ideas you can adapt for your audience.
Do some title and thumbnail research to analyse what is currently working. Check your analytics to see which ideas vibe most with your audience.
Script & Plan
Outline your next video or podcast episode. Write a script or key talking points to ensure your content is clear, engaging, and impactful.
Reach out to any potential guests or collaborators for your next project - remember, creativity doesn’t have to be a solo expedition!
🧠Deep Work on Content Creation
Recording Session
Record your podcast or YouTube video. Focus on delivering authentic, high-quality content. You can start and stop as often as needed - take your time and, most importantly, have fun. If you don’t have fun creating it, you can’t expect your audience to have fun watching it!
Goal: Complete at least one full episode or segment. Don’t forget to capture some b-roll to keep your videos engaging throughout. Simple day-to-day activities are great for these shots.
🎙️ Recharge & Share 🎙️
Lunch & Relaxation
Take a break to recharge. Step away from your workspace and clear your mind. Touch some grass! Also, it is a prime opportunity to capture more shots if you feel up to it.
Engagement Time
Interact with your audience:
Respond to comments on your latest upload.
Share behind-the-scenes content on social media.
Reply to messages and connect with followers.
🎉 Growth & Strategy 🎉
Planning & Business Development
Plan future episodes and brainstorm new content ideas.
Research trends, keywords, and analytics to refine your strategy.
Reach out to potential brand partners or collaborate with other creators.
Brainstorm products and lead magnets that will help you continue to build your mailing list and revenue outside of sponsorships and ad revenue.
đź’¬ Community & Refinement đź’¬
Editing & Final Touches
Review your recordings or work with your editor to finalise content for publishing.
Add captions, thumbnails, or other creative elements that make your content stand out.
Share an unlisted version of your latest upload with the Studio Sonder community for extra feedback and any edits you might have missed.
Dinner & Recharge
Enjoy a meal and reflect on the day’s progress.
❤️‍🔥 Reflection & Connection ❤️‍🔥
Live Interaction
Host a live Q&A session, Instagram live or interact directly with your audience to build stronger connections.
Vision & Goals
Review your long-term goals. Visualise your channel reaching 1 million subscribers and the impact you’ll continue to make.
Learning & Inspiration
Read or watch educational content about podcasting, YouTube, or storytelling to keep improving.
Lights Out
Rest in knowing you’re one step closer to creating the life you envision.
🗓️ Weekly Habits 🗓️
Collaborations: Dedicate time weekly to brainstorm or record with fellow creators.
Audience Feedback: Run polls or ask for suggestions to keep your content fresh and audience-focused.
Analytics Review: Analyze performance metrics weekly to see what’s working and where to improve.
Personal Growth: Spend time weekly learning new skills (editing, SEO, storytelling) to enhance your content.
These tasks balance content creation, community building, and personal growth to help you create impactful content, grow your audience, and achieve your dreams!
You don’t have to practice these daily. Start with the easiest to action first, then build on your efforts. Everyone’s 24 hours are different, but there’s always time to make space for your creativity.
