Hire YouTube Creators for Bulk Shoutout Campaigns
YouTube creators already have the audiences you are trying to reach. Put your brand in front of them through creators they already trust — across gaming, lifestyle, tech, health, and 18 other niches. You set the budget. We handle creator matching, delivery, and quality review.
Browse Real Creators Before You Launch
Every creator has their YouTube channel verified through Google. Every media kit is reviewed by our team. Here is a sample of who is available to promote your brand.
Browse YouTube Creators by Niche
20 categories · 154,469+ verified creators ready to promote your brand Updated daily
Gaming
7,222 creators
Entertainment
5,510 creators
Lifestyle & Vlogs
4,150 creators
Spirituality & Belief
1,570 creators
Education & Learning
1,071 creators
Arts & Crafts
1,060 creators
Sports & Outdoors
680 creators
Music & Audio
551 creators
Browse CreatorsKids & Family
525 creators
Tech & Science
437 creators
Automotive & Transportation
401 creators
Business & Finance
386 creators
Pets & Animals
288 creators
Travel & Adventure
279 creators
Browse CreatorsNews & Current Events
261 creators
History & Culture
235 creators
Food & Drink
217 creators
Health & Fitness
190 creators
Home & Garden
103 creators
Beauty & Fashion
90 creators
Browse CreatorsReady to Put Your Brand in Front of YouTube Audiences?
Choose a niche above, or launch a general campaign now — our team will match your brand with the right creators across all niches.
Launch a Campaign from $50How to Buy YouTube Shoutouts on CollabPals
From campaign launch to YouTube mentions in three steps
Choose Your Niche
Browse 20 creator categories and 154,469+ YouTube channels. Pick the niche that matches your target audience — gaming, lifestyle, tech, health, and more.
Set Budget and Brief
Start from $50. Write a short description of your brand and target audience. Our team handles creator matching, outreach, and delivery — no agency needed.
Creators Deliver — You Pay for Results
Matched creators post shoutouts on their YouTube channels. Every submission is reviewed by our team before payment is released from escrow. You only pay for verified, delivered shoutouts.
Why Brands Choose CollabPals
Everything managed for you — creator matching, deliveries, and payment protection
Escrow Payment Protection
Funds are held in escrow until each shoutout is verified. Creators only get paid after our team confirms delivery.
Every Shoutout Reviewed
Our moderation team manually checks every submitted shoutout for quality before releasing payment. No bots, no fake metrics.
Niche-Targeted Matching
Your brand brief is matched to creators in your exact niche using audience keywords and sub-category targeting.
Self-Serve, No Agency
Create a campaign, set your budget, describe your brand. No sales calls, no contracts, no hidden fees. Start today from $50.
Is YouTube Influencer Marketing Right for Your Brand?
Shoutout campaigns work exceptionally well for these types of products and businesses.
Mobile Apps & Games
Gaming and tech creators can demo your app in context. Direct download links in video descriptions convert especially well.
Hire gaming creatorseCommerce Products
Lifestyle, health, and niche product brands get authentic creator endorsements that consistently outperform display ads.
Hire lifestyle creatorsSaaS & Online Tools
Tech and business creators explain your product's value naturally. Free trial and demo offers work especially well.
Hire tech creatorsHealth & Fitness Brands
Health-focused creators have loyal audiences who trust product recommendations from people they follow daily.
Hire health creatorsEducation & Courses
Educational tools, online courses, and study apps get exceptional results from tutorial and education creators.
Hire education creatorsFood, Beverage & Supplements
Food creators authentically showcase consumable products. Discount codes and free samples drive immediate conversions.
Hire food creatorsWhat a YouTube Shoutout Looks Like
Creators mention your brand naturally within their video content or description — no scripted ads, just authentic recommendations.
"Before I get into today's gameplay, I want to give a quick shoutout to [Brand]. I've been using their app to track my gaming sessions and it's honestly been a game changer. Check the link in my description if you want to try it — they've got a free trial running right now. Alright, let's get into it."
"This week's vlog is sponsored by [Brand] — they sent me their skincare kit to try and honestly I was not expecting to like it as much as I do. It's super easy to use and the results have been visible in like a week. I'll link their site below and there's a discount code in my description."
"If you're studying for certifications like I was, [Brand]'s platform was genuinely one of the most helpful tools I found. The practice tests are really close to the actual exam format. I've linked their free trial in the description — it's worth checking out if you're preparing for anything technical."
Creator Pricing by Tier
You only pay for verified, delivered shoutouts. No monthly fees, no contracts, no surprises.
YouTube Influencer Marketing — The Complete Guide
Hiring YouTube creators for shoutout campaigns is one of the most cost-effective ways to reach engaged audiences in your niche. Unlike display ads that viewers scroll past or skip, a creator's mention reaches an audience that already trusts their voice. CollabPals manages the entire process — from niche-targeted creator matching to escrow-protected payments — so you can focus on your product, not the logistics.
Why Nano and Micro Creators Deliver Outsized ROI
Large influencers get all the headlines, but smaller YouTube creators often deliver stronger engagement per dollar. Channels with 500–10,000 subscribers tend to have tighter, more loyal communities where a creator recommendation carries genuine weight. A bulk campaign targeting 20 nano creators in your niche can reach a combined audience more authentically than one expensive deal with a single major influencer — and for a fraction of the cost.
CollabPals is built specifically for this bulk approach. Instead of negotiating one-off deals, you set a budget, describe your brand, and our platform handles the rest across multiple creators simultaneously.
How to Buy YouTube Shoutouts: Step-by-Step
Purchasing YouTube shoutouts through CollabPals takes under 10 minutes to set up. You create a campaign, write a short brand brief, and select your target creator tier. Our team matches your campaign to the most relevant creators in your chosen niche. Once matched, creators submit their YouTube URLs as proof of delivery, and our moderation team reviews each one before payment is released from escrow.
Browse the 20 category pages above to see the creators available in each niche. Each category page shows verified channel profiles with subscriber counts, content tags, and shoutout pricing by tier.
"You describe what your brand does and who it is for — we take it from there. Most campaigns start receiving creator submissions within 24–48 hours of launch."
YouTube Shoutout Campaigns vs. Traditional Influencer Agencies
Brands have traditionally used agencies to reach YouTube creators, but that approach comes with high minimum spends, long contracts, and 15–30% agency fees added on top. Others try manual outreach — cold-DMing creators one by one — which is free but enormously time-consuming with unreliable results. CollabPals gives brands direct access to a verified creator network without the agency overhead or the outreach grind — you set a budget, write a brief, and pay only for delivered shoutouts.
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| Feature | CollabPals | Manual Outreach | Traditional Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum spend | $50 | $0 (just time) | $5,000 – $50,000+ |
| Contract required | None | N/A | 3 – 12 months |
| Agency fees | $0 | $0 | 15 – 30% of budget |
| Campaign setup time | Under 10 minutes | Hours per creator | Weeks of briefing |
| First shoutouts delivered | 24 – 48 hours | Days to weeks | Weeks to months |
| Payment protection | Escrow (pay on delivery) | None | Invoice upfront |
| Creator vetting | Google OAuth verified | Manual research | Variable |
| Scale | 1 to 100+ creators | 1 at a time | Negotiated individually |
Payment Protection You Can Count On
Every shoutout on CollabPals goes through a verification step before payment is released. Creators submit their YouTube URL as proof of delivery. Our moderation team verifies the video exists, the shoutout is present, and it meets our quality standards. Only then is the creator paid from the escrowed campaign budget.
If a creator does not deliver within their assigned window, they are not paid — and the task is automatically reassigned to another creator in the same tier. Your budget is protected at every step. Learn more about our brand sponsorship platform and how the full campaign lifecycle works.
Ready to start? Pick a niche from the directory above, or launch a general campaign and let our team match you with creators across all categories. Campaigns start from $50 with no contracts required. Creators can also grow their channels through free YouTube subscribers and test their creative assets with our Thumbnail Tester.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do niche campaigns work on CollabPals?
When you create a campaign on CollabPals, you set a budget and describe your brand and target audience. Our team matches your campaign with the most relevant creators in your chosen niche. You do not pick individual creators — instead, our platform handles matching, delivery, and quality review. Each completed shoutout is verified before payment is released from escrow.
What is a YouTube shoutout and how does it help my brand?
A YouTube shoutout is a direct mention of your brand by a creator within their YouTube video or video description. Unlike banner ads that viewers skip, a creator shoutout reaches a highly engaged, loyal audience that trusts the creator's recommendations. CollabPals connects your brand with verified YouTube creators in your target niche for bulk shoutout campaigns.
How much does YouTube influencer marketing cost?
On CollabPals, campaigns start at just $50. Individual shoutout costs depend on creator tier: Nano creators cost $1.50 per shoutout, Micro $4.00, Rising $10.00, and Established $20.00. There are no agency fees, monthly fees, or contracts — you only pay for delivered, verified shoutouts.
What types of YouTube creators are available?
CollabPals offers creators across 20 categories including Gaming, Entertainment, Education, Lifestyle, and more. Creators range from Nano (100–500 subscribers) to Established (10K+ subscribers). Each creator has their YouTube channel verified through Google OAuth.
Can I target a specific niche or audience for my campaign?
Yes. When creating your campaign, you describe your ideal audience using keywords. Our team uses these keywords along with the creator categories and sub-niches to match your campaign with the most relevant creators. You can also select specific creator tiers based on subscriber count.
Are the creators verified?
Every creator on CollabPals has their YouTube channel connected via Google's official OAuth. We verify their subscriber count and content history. Creators with approved Media Kits have undergone additional review. Every completed shoutout is also manually reviewed by our team before payment is released.
How fast are shoutouts delivered after I launch a campaign?
Most campaigns begin receiving creator submissions within 24–48 hours of launch. Total campaign delivery time depends on the number of shoutouts ordered and creator availability in your niche. Our team actively manages deliveries to keep campaigns on schedule.
What happens if a creator does not deliver their shoutout?
If a creator accepts a campaign task but fails to deliver within the assigned window, they are not paid and the task is reassigned to another creator in the same tier. Your campaign budget is protected by escrow — you only pay for shoutouts that are delivered and verified by our team.
How many YouTube creators will promote my brand per campaign?
The number of creators depends on your budget and the tier you select. A minimum campaign of $50 targeting Nano creators ($1.50 each) would include approximately 33 creator shoutouts. Larger budgets reach more creators simultaneously. Many brands run campaigns targeting 10–50 creators across a niche for maximum reach at a fraction of influencer agency costs.
What types of products work best with YouTube shoutout campaigns?
CollabPals works best for brands with a clear, easy-to-explain value proposition. Products and services that perform well include: mobile apps and games (especially in gaming and tech niches), eCommerce products (health, beauty, fitness gear), SaaS and online tools, educational resources and online courses, and food and beverage brands. Offers with a free trial, discount code, or simple call to action tend to convert especially well from creator shoutouts.
Can I review each shoutout before the creator is paid?
Our moderation team reviews every shoutout submission on your behalf — you do not need to approve each one individually. Reviewers verify that the creator's video or description exists, the shoutout mentions your brand correctly, and the content meets our quality standards. Payment is only released after this review passes. If a shoutout does not meet our standards, it is rejected and the creator is not paid.
Is there a minimum spend or long-term contract required?
No long-term contract is required. You fund a campaign with a minimum budget of $50 — creators draw from that budget as they complete verified shoutouts. There are no monthly subscription fees, no platform fees beyond the campaign budget, and no contracts to sign. You can run a single campaign and stop there, or run multiple campaigns simultaneously.
Can I hire YouTube creators without an agency?
Yes — CollabPals is a self-serve platform built specifically so brands can hire YouTube creators without going through an agency. You create a campaign, set a budget, and describe your brand. Our platform handles creator matching, outreach, delivery management, and quality review. There are no agency fees, no sales calls, and no contracts. You get direct access to a verified network of 20 niche categories and pay only for completed, verified shoutouts.
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