What do I get for the 10% platform fee charged by Stir?
Our platform fee covers secure payment processing, contract protection, automated invoicing, dispute resolution, and campaign management tools. This infrastructure helps ensure you get paid on time and protects you legally, while eliminating the need to chase payments or handle paperwork manually. In addition, we are like your business development partner - we get studio executives to discover you and invest confidently in influencer marketing.
When is the 10% fee deducted from my earnings?
The 10% platform fee is automatically deducted at the time of payment processing, before funds are transferred to your account. For example, if a movie studio pays you $1,000 for a campaign, you'll receive $900 in your account, with $100 retained as the platform fee.
Can I negotiate a lower platform fee for bigger/frequent campaigns?
The 10% fee is flat and non-negotiable regardless of campaign size/frequency to ensure fairness for all creators. Different platform fee for different influencers creates wrong incentives and leads to overall poor outcomes in the long run for everyone.