How Much MONEY Do Twitch Streamers Make (and exactly how they do it)

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  • Опубликовано: 26 ноя 2024

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  • @Senpai
    @Senpai  4 года назад +1627

    Be real here, does it bother you when you find out how much a Twitch streamer or RUclipsr makes? You won't hurt my feelings.. much

    • @izahaproctor9555
      @izahaproctor9555 4 года назад +129

      Alpha Gaming no

    • @murphmusic6671
      @murphmusic6671 4 года назад +89

      Alpha Gaming no, people who make more than what others think is well deserving given how much hard work people put into their careers.

    • @syxziz
      @syxziz 4 года назад +45

      Alpha Gaming no, I enjoy it!

    • @WarlockOfWiFi
      @WarlockOfWiFi 4 года назад +64

      Nope. Streaming is not a competition in my opinion. It is not "he has more so I am losing". Everyone shares the same group of potential watchers. Good for everyone and getting paid!! :)

    • @ProngTong
      @ProngTong 4 года назад +11

      no

  • @CrashernoidTheYoutuber
    @CrashernoidTheYoutuber 4 года назад +963

    It only bothers people when people are flexing their money. You definitely aren't. Thank you for the info Harris, don't be afraid, we're here for you as you're here for us

    • @justwesty8068
      @justwesty8068 4 года назад +2

      Crash yeah I agree

    • @TheOMT
      @TheOMT 4 года назад +3

      And HOW they flex the money.

    • @Insantale
      @Insantale 4 года назад +3

      Yeah i agree Harris is not flexing and i still watch his content (i think even more because he is so honest about his income and want to help) i learned so much here ^^

    • @tylermack568
      @tylermack568 4 года назад +2

      You sound jealous poor you

    • @LukesLewis
      @LukesLewis 4 года назад +3

      Love this comment

  • @MindfulGamer
    @MindfulGamer 4 года назад +2635

    Am I the only one who sees this as motivation to keep going?

    • @IronworkerGaming
      @IronworkerGaming 4 года назад +14

      I hear you. While my RUclips videos are simply passion projects at the time the different paths to revenue are very interesting!

    • @evilkamatis542
      @evilkamatis542 4 года назад +11

      Everyone SHOULD take this as a motivation instead of being upset. Being a streamer or content creator was never a competition to anyone in any way. If you are upset, it only proves that Harris is doing much better than you and you should up your game.

    • @emsj86
      @emsj86 4 года назад +8

      I feel if you start RUclips to make money you will fail. Start for passion and than if it grows

    • @metalmike1545
      @metalmike1545 4 года назад +7

      Not at all, it’s making me want to get my setup together finally and give streaming a try.

    • @ravennightwatch1846
      @ravennightwatch1846 4 года назад +3

      ​@@IronworkerGaming I see this as motivation to keep trying and not to let it get me down. you see the other RUclipsrs that are afraid to do something like this and wonder what they are hiding or trying to hide. If it's all about the money to them then i think they should just say so and be done with it.

  • @Avomance
    @Avomance 3 года назад +57

    I think that there are a few factors that talk to why it's "dangerous" to talk about content creator income. The top two are jealousy - the "I am as good as them, but I don't get that" thinkers. these are the people that you refer to in your other video on "how to go from 0-1000 viewers" - they can't be bothered to put in the off screen grind and learning. As a result - their "entitlement" pushes them away from the creator. Another, and this is very real, is that Supporters see the income and think "well they don't need MY Patreon, or MY membership, or MY Twitch sub/bits do they" - and they stop supporting. This is clearly a major problem to mid range creators that have done quite well but are not yet independant of the crowd fund model of support.
    Keep doing what you are doing Harris - I am glad I found you yesterday! You are already helping me!

  • @lewismassie
    @lewismassie 4 года назад +1400

    There's a difference between "I make 44k a month" and "I make 44k a month and here's a step by step breakdown of how you can do it too"

    • @ChaseBeyond
      @ChaseBeyond 4 года назад +19

      Lewis Massie Bingo.

    • @zackd9032
      @zackd9032 4 года назад +6

      Lewis Massie if you need to hear that then your sad

    • @eastsideeddie
      @eastsideeddie 4 года назад +80

      @@zackd9032 Not as sad as saying "your" when the correct word would be "you're".......

    • @YaNeK92
      @YaNeK92 4 года назад +18

      @@eastsideeddie hahah mic drop!

    • @zaktho5789
      @zaktho5789 4 года назад

      EastSide Eddie ouf

  • @8kin_
    @8kin_ 4 года назад +145

    Bro, This is legit one of the most open discussions I've seen to date.
    Very impressed.

  • @adamjohnson2738
    @adamjohnson2738 4 года назад +59

    I never comment or subscribe, more of a lurker. After this video with all the transparency I subscribed. Tons of respect towards you and your channel

  • @Flea
    @Flea 4 года назад +668

    This is the best youtube video i've watched in a long time, amazing job

    • @azqqg
      @azqqg 4 года назад +1

      Hi

    • @Mofongazo_
      @Mofongazo_ 4 года назад

      i have a feeling you have great content also

    • @echo1645
      @echo1645 4 года назад +1

      Yo flea congrats on 1 mill

    • @aaditya03
      @aaditya03 4 года назад +1

      Omg flea I love ur montages

    • @caleblouis204
      @caleblouis204 4 года назад

      Why did you name yourself after a parasitic insect

  • @RiseHI9HER
    @RiseHI9HER 4 года назад +257

    This is the most humble I’ve seen a content creator describe this I def respect it. You def get my sub 💪🏾

    • @cowboyofeld
      @cowboyofeld 4 года назад

      and mine too.

    • @sanssheriff3829
      @sanssheriff3829 4 года назад

      There is something sad about having to hide how much you make or otherwise your people don't like you anymore. We need open discussions like this for people to get comfortable with it. There is nothing wrong with making good money with honest work :)

    • @epsi9923
      @epsi9923 3 года назад

      @@sanssheriff3829 I feel like people *really* underestimate the work that goes into content creation. That's a big part of things. All the editing for RUclips, all the setup and behaviour moderating for Twitch, the careful wording to seem professional for sponsorships. It's still work, but it's headwork instead of physical labor.

  • @BramBergs
    @BramBergs 4 года назад +33

    Honesty and transparency is what everyone needs, I'm subbing to your Twitch right now! Great content.

  • @ipkiss6375
    @ipkiss6375 4 года назад +448

    Everyone's parents in the 90s would probably die if they seen this

    • @mrhefe2322
      @mrhefe2322 4 года назад +59

      Get off that stupid homework stuff and get on that COMPUTER NOW!

    • @dantasticmania8728
      @dantasticmania8728 4 года назад +4

      If your talking actually boomer parents from the 90s chances are most of us Gen xers would been kick outta of the house back then for even thinking about making a living as a game streamer. Adults from that era strongly viewed gaming as a toy for children. I can even remember when I played Donkey Kong Country 2 came out when I was 17 or 18 and my mother telling me your still playing those stupid video games,that's for children. Then I showed her Mortal Kombat 2 and said omg!!!! How can Nintendo make such a violent game for children!!!😂😂😂😂

    • @beowolf4572
      @beowolf4572 4 года назад +2

      haha I miss being told, "you need to let it rest and cool down" 😂🤣

    • @brokenhalo2001
      @brokenhalo2001 3 года назад +1

      @@dantasticmania8728 And now look, all those types of peoples and "normies" are now all over gaming and geek culture leaving alot of us thinking.....WTF !?

  •  4 года назад +239

    Twitch :" Hey Harris, why do you have that many subs with that average viewership ?"
    Harris :"I'm working elsewhere too, because your discoverability sucks."

  • @ericchandler90
    @ericchandler90 4 года назад +5

    Big respect! Anyone who doesn't like you after learning how much you make doesn't understand how hard you had to work to get to this point.

  • @martinadamski945
    @martinadamski945 4 года назад +743

    My 15-year-old son always asks if I will leave the WIFI on for a few more hours because he is "Creating Content". After watching your video; I am never turning it off :)

    • @aidanfranzen593
      @aidanfranzen593 4 года назад +84

      I wish my parents would understand that

    • @InfiniteTony
      @InfiniteTony 4 года назад +25

      What's his channel/twitch?

    • @sidneygadzinski7234
      @sidneygadzinski7234 4 года назад +7

      If he does have a public profile and you're comfortable with it, I would love it if you'd be willing to share. I'd like to support his content :)

    • @OmniRich
      @OmniRich 4 года назад +4

      hell yeah man. best of luck

    • @straw8409
      @straw8409 4 года назад +5

      Can someone tell that to my dad??

  • @sonar2maps802
    @sonar2maps802 4 года назад +107

    Thank you for being honest. It is not the dollars, but more about how much effort you put into making the content. I now feel you care about us. One thing you did not cover was your expenses. Many things we do not often consider is how much it takes to make money. Such as I know you purchase a lot of items to review, business taxes, rent, the crew that works behind the scenes needs to be paid, healthcare, studio time, production costs, and business internet service is expensive. Thank you for putting yourself on the line. I hope the word strives to be like you and not be upset by you being successful.

  • @xXDeputyDGaming
    @xXDeputyDGaming 4 года назад +11

    Thank you for being one of the few who is actually transparent, and gives real advice. Much love and respect

  • @FlowStateGG
    @FlowStateGG 4 года назад +458

    This is awesome! But I feel like it would be nice to see your Expenses as well.
    A) I think it would help people realize that not all of that is profit (and so maybe they're less likely to un-sub 😅)
    B) It would be nice for us to get an idea of this as well. I know you pay Sam as a part/full time editor, probably have plenty of other expenses too. Would be interesting to see what those are and what it amounts to for you. Maybe in a new vid?? :D

    • @wingspan6495
      @wingspan6495 4 года назад +25

      Expenses and taxes should be discussed as well. Are all these payouts pre or post tax, what counts as a deduction?
      I think if someone is running it as a business they need to know these things, and knowing them before they screwed by the IRS

    • @FlowStateGG
      @FlowStateGG 4 года назад +7

      @@wingspan6495 Taxes for sure!! Definitely something i've been struggling with and would love to hear more on.

    • @Tenacious_Legend
      @Tenacious_Legend 4 года назад

      I feel like for streamers it's more lump expenses not monthly. Maybe a few subscriptions here and there.

    • @EditsByRez
      @EditsByRez 4 года назад

      I'd be really interested in a discussion about what ways you invest your earnings.

    • @odduckOasis
      @odduckOasis 4 года назад +3

      I think tax stuff would be helpful, but I don’t think it’s really a smart idea nor anyone’s business to expect an itemized list of all his expenses on a month to month basis. That changes frequently and like anyone else, they have bills, he puts back into his work and then they save and spend money on stuff they want. I don’t think there’s anything wrong w/ not sharing every single detail of their money use.

  • @outsider_in
    @outsider_in 4 года назад +209

    The move to make streambeats is an actual irl 500 IQ play. Damn Harris is so good at recognizing gaps in the market.

    • @gemik
      @gemik 4 года назад +7

      True I heavily underestimated how much music as recurring as streamer playlist can make for a creator...

    • @krovman
      @krovman 4 года назад +4

      Can't agree more! I didn't realize that you can make that much money with music royalties on streaming platforms.

    • @DonovanPatrick
      @DonovanPatrick 4 года назад

      I produce all my own music for my gaming videos 🥰

    • @bigron8896
      @bigron8896 4 года назад

      Spotify doesn't pay .5 cents per play. It's $.70/1000 plays. so it'd be $105. And they're bad at even paying that. Also that's split between rights holders. He didn't write it, let's say he's publishing, so he gets half unless he bought out the rights or claims it's for-hire, which don't get me started. So yeah, the math is a bit off. I thought about this years ago but I figured how much money it was worth, and it's not much. Here read this: qz.com/1507361/mariah-careys-record-breaking-day-shows-how-little-musicians-make-from-spotify/

    • @bigron8896
      @bigron8896 4 года назад +1

      @@krovman You can't. Source: I'm a musician. I used to make good money off New Age music CDs on alt distro. I just release stuff for free on SC or on bandcamp now. You can't make money on music now unless you tour and I'm old and tired, so that's out.

  • @andrewwong8928
    @andrewwong8928 3 года назад +6

    i really appreciate the courage and openness you showed in this vid. you didn't lose a sub, you gained one

  • @launchfantastic5992
    @launchfantastic5992 4 года назад +173

    This guy is a legend sharing his personal data for advice and entertainment

  • @ClickyBwue
    @ClickyBwue 4 года назад +33

    Hopefully things go well for everyone watching this video. The path is long, but hopefully you keep going!

    • @taemiller9868
      @taemiller9868 4 года назад

      It’s long, in 1 month I’ve made 42 subs

    • @Blxbirdzzzzzz
      @Blxbirdzzzzzz 4 года назад

      @@taemiller9868 now ur flexing in around 9 months ive made 65

    • @taemiller9868
      @taemiller9868 4 года назад

      @@Blxbirdzzzzzz sorry man on the bright side I hit 69 subs this month it’s just reaching your audience.

    • @Blxbirdzzzzzz
      @Blxbirdzzzzzz 4 года назад

      @@taemiller9868 yea i just put together random sht but ima start taking tjos seriously since ive been playing among us this past month or two and ima start exploding my channel with content thats actually enjoyable to watch unlikre my past videos

    • @taemiller9868
      @taemiller9868 4 года назад

      @@Blxbirdzzzzzz if you ever want to collab that’ll be cool I got a pc and ps4.

  • @bluursito7241
    @bluursito7241 4 года назад +72

    Im higly impressed about how brave you are posting this numbers, HOWEVER, i think that some ppl (as you said) will get mad about this, a good idea would be to discount from those numbers how much expenses you have a month, like editor, rent, taxes etc, bc yes you make 44-80 grand but you can loose more than half just paying people to work for you and paying your country taxes and paying rent or whatever. Great vid btw

    • @WicariWoW
      @WicariWoW 4 года назад +9

      Hes literally making more on a bad month than most people do working an entire year. I highly doubt he struggles with paying rent lol.

    • @kromerainbow
      @kromerainbow 4 года назад +4

      This doesn't make any sense. He's reporting his income from his job. Obviously he has expenses, like rent and taxes, but so does literally every other person in the world. It's not like you go to apply for a job, and they're like, "We pay 50k a year, but after tax and rent, and your electricity and internet bills, that's 20k a year" or whatever.

    • @sanssheriff3829
      @sanssheriff3829 4 года назад +2

      It's not important for this discussion, but it would be interesting if he made a seperate video on what he pays others to help him do his job though. He already shed some light on the cost of an editor for him and why he has one, but there are other costs for his business too. Each cost like this is for a reason, I think it would be very informative to see a video on his reasons behind them vs doing it yourself vs not doing it at all, as well as the total cost of keeping his business going.

    • @jamesvoce8470
      @jamesvoce8470 4 года назад +2

      Wicari he makes more in one month than I would make in 4 years

  • @irvingpereyra4095
    @irvingpereyra4095 4 года назад +113

    This was eye opening and you’ve no idea what you’ve done to motivate me to actually pull the trigger and take streaming more seriously thank you so much!!!

    • @jndyln
      @jndyln 4 года назад

      Same here, I always felt like its impossible to be a fulltime content creator and have a stable income at the same time, I think this shows a lot of us anxious people that it is possible if you're smart

  • @grimixian7334
    @grimixian7334 4 года назад +1

    I don't see it as being so bad I see it being more of a motivational video. Being as a person who streams daily and has worked hard to get just too 194 followers it goes to show the work you put in helps, sure I got 7 subs but that's 7 subs today maybe more tomorrow? the world may never know. The more you work, the more you get in touch with fanbase and your community the better you can become income wise, as a person for personal growth, and for those who are not very outgoing to go out of a comfort zone and be independent. This is a good video and I watch most of yours daily just so I can get better tips for twitch but I guess I gotta do more! thanks a bunch man. keep it up.

  • @BlazinTigger
    @BlazinTigger 4 года назад +296

    The only thing that bothers me about learning about gamers/streamers income is, my mother told me gaming will never make you money, so I didnt spend my teen years learning how to make it profitable. Now I’m having to learn everything as an adult and it’s way harder.

    • @jalenwilkie8698
      @jalenwilkie8698 4 года назад +3

      Blazing Tiger that’s your fault.

    • @greydenpiatek7467
      @greydenpiatek7467 4 года назад +5

      @Jett Clarke so just because his mom says it means he should believe it, are you dumb

    • @mjt1517
      @mjt1517 4 года назад +41

      @@greydenpiatek7467 When you're a kid, you trust the adults in your life. It's truly not his fault. But he's fixing it, so relax.

    • @cryora
      @cryora 4 года назад +7

      Some parents are toxic, but to be fair, most people, especially older folks, aren't aware of game streaming as a viable income source, even today (maybe if they did the business would be even more difficult). There's still the question of, even though there are a lot of people being very successful at it, whether those are the most visible ones are that are at the far end of the Pareto distribution, implying means there are a lot more people struggling that very few people know about. Hence, you may be going in to a saturated market, and the ones that succeed in the massive ways that are covered in this video have to bring in a lot more to the table than just playing games (personality, quality, creativity, work ethic, etc., on top of understanding how things like social media and algorithms work). Also, in order to be successful, you have to accept it as part of your identity and be willing to present that to other people and the world. So if you have insecurities about people giving you disapproval or skepticism for recording yourself play games as a career, rather than being a doctor or lawyer or engineer, it may be a tough psychological transition (or alternatively a social transition, in terms of who you choose to hang out with and receive criticism from).

    • @Swordonator
      @Swordonator 4 года назад +1

      Jalen Wilkie dont be toxic and rude

  • @Bolharov
    @Bolharov 4 года назад +275

    *Wow, so motivating! Thanks!*

    • @ytkingnick404
      @ytkingnick404 4 года назад +1

      Right

    • @mist77
      @mist77 4 года назад +5

      Why does that sound so cocky I know it’s not it’s just funny 😆

    • @FlCoastalcaster
      @FlCoastalcaster 3 года назад +2

      I agree this guy is amazing I’m subbing as we speak

    • @DB-ld7ph
      @DB-ld7ph 3 года назад

      Good shit bro keep grinding

  • @charleskp947
    @charleskp947 4 года назад +1

    Dude... watched some of your videos now, also a musician here BTW. SOOOOO much work going into this kinda stuff. I think the money is well deserved, you're essentially running your own media/photography/music/streaming TV station. Also you say 10yrs in the making? Well done man you deserve it.
    I think people get jealous and they realize that their attention is paying your "salary". It's a spiteful act really, but they don't recognize the value/info you (and youtubers like you) are bringing to their lives.

  • @liamokeeffe3406
    @liamokeeffe3406 4 года назад +150

    Alpha, Linus tech tips is a very good tier three example. He has an entire company, and has many people working for him

    • @TheCollateraldamage1
      @TheCollateraldamage1 4 года назад +11

      I think Linus isn't a Tier 3. If you use this methodology, Tier 1 is single stream (pun) income, Tier 2 is diverse income streams, Tier 3 is a brand that can stand on its own two feet. 100 Thieves is a brand of its own and Streambeats makes income that's not totally reliant on income from Tier 1 and Tier 2's stuff.
      LTT is Tier 1 on steroids. Linus' entire staff is built around the RUclips channel. That is a huge part of his income. Anything he makes in any other platform is just pocket change compared to RUclips. If he lost RUclips, he'd have to fire his staff very quickly. Linus is transitioning to Tier 2 with the LTX Expo and Twitch content but I don't know how profitable those are (considering his high overhead). The same goes for MKBHD, god-level Tier 1. Although Marques is transitioning to Tier 2 with his podcast and short-lived IGTV channel.
      Tier 3 doesn't mean "start your own company". It's "outgrowing content creation" and making a real business not reliant on your video and social media platforms.

    • @mattlescovensky6347
      @mattlescovensky6347 4 года назад +5

      TheCollateraldamage1 alpha talks about how a tier 1 is when they solely rely on the stream revenue itself and nothing else. Linus is a tier 3

    • @weichenyang0723
      @weichenyang0723 4 года назад +2

      @@TheCollateraldamage1 ever heard of floatplane media ?

    • @TheCollateraldamage1
      @TheCollateraldamage1 4 года назад

      @@weichenyang0723 nope. What is it?

    • @techno0suck3r
      @techno0suck3r 4 года назад

      @@TheCollateraldamage1 it's an alternative to youtube that you can use to watch videos on a subscription basis (i believe). so when you watch videos you won't see ads etc. and you directly support the creators.
      although i haven't actually checked it out yet in it's entirety.

  • @MostlySilxnt
    @MostlySilxnt 4 года назад +180

    I’m gonna say it... this man is making DOUGH! Mad respect.

    • @marklholloway
      @marklholloway 4 года назад +7

      Yes, then the government takes half 🤯

    • @jaku3005
      @jaku3005 4 года назад

      Honestly, this doesn't change his relatability that much...

    • @Cultenjoyer
      @Cultenjoyer 4 года назад +2

      Yes. Yes he is. And to blow your mind more, there are TONS of people making just as much, if not more, doing what he does. Have a goal, and TAKE IT.

  • @fonzdreamsbig
    @fonzdreamsbig 4 года назад +7

    that's incredibly motivating! and shows a massive amount of credibility. I've watched a handful of your videos before but I subscribed. I'm learning a TON thanks!

  • @SirGerbain
    @SirGerbain 4 года назад +34

    Harris, you being SO open is what we love about you.
    This is really interesting and I don't think anything else of you after watching this. Hell, I even hope you can multiply the numbers for your own good.

  • @joshuawhitelock1138
    @joshuawhitelock1138 4 года назад +8

    Harris I loved the vulnerability here. And honestly we’re following you to learn how to do this ourselves, we needed to hear raw numbers like you gave us. Thanks!

  • @kasasbrainfood9397
    @kasasbrainfood9397 4 года назад +4

    The sheer integrity you posses while doing all of this blows my mind and I think you have worked your ass off to get where you are so you earned it and I will most definitely remember you when I get up there and I will repay the favor if I can in one way or another. Men of their integrity word and grit are what I want to see the future built on. Keep on keeping on man. I wish you the best. Thank you for all you do.👍

  • @dejanradonjic9684
    @dejanradonjic9684 4 года назад +28

    First time i see someone doing good, says literally everything about their income. Thanks, really appreciate it, and hope you grow even more.

  • @Goophy7
    @Goophy7 4 года назад +46

    Disclaimer: If Money is all you want to make, you’re less likely to walk the way, Harris already went years ago.
    Don‘t oversee the part with hard work, and patience. He told us that in the early vids. :) Stay safe out there :)

  • @Kero7th
    @Kero7th 4 года назад +12

    Absolutely the most motivating man ive ever subbed to.

  • @kaysha
    @kaysha 4 года назад +65

    It is always good to be inspired by people who succeed

  • @uzoirr
    @uzoirr 4 года назад +5

    Massive respect, bro! I really thought this was just clickbait, but loved the honesty! Legend.

  • @Smokymtncowboy
    @Smokymtncowboy 4 года назад +2

    awesome buddy! im an aircraft mechanic trying to break out of working that 8-12hrs a day making someone else rich. keep em comin bud.

  • @Geiir
    @Geiir 4 года назад +10

    I feel like this is more encouraging than scaring me away. Thanks for sharing Harris! It puts things into perspective, in a good way.

  • @retropetroleum
    @retropetroleum 4 года назад +5

    Honestly the streambeats move is one of the most genius moves I've ever seen someone make. Good on you Harris!

  • @rmcarter303
    @rmcarter303 4 года назад +2

    I’m a teacher that wanted to use multiple channels in content delivery to my students, and of course found OBS so I began searching tutorials. I looked at about a dozen when I came across yours and was blown away. Most of the tutorials made assumption of understanding, were convoluted, or was just doing the “look at me and see how smart I am” type videos. Your OBS video for beginners was methodical, insightful, clear, easy and fun to understand. You have a real talent. Just for grins, I clicked on this video, and was equally amazed at your honesty and willingness to put yourself out there while pulling back the “wizards-curtain” in how monetization works. As part of my High School media classes, I intend to use your videos and philosophy as part of my curriculum. As far as your worries you expressed in your video, I wouldn’t. When my students see how much revenue a person can make and (through your videos) how accessible the tools are , I know you will spur great interest and questions in how we all can do this. I think the most important point you make is in your tier system, and how each is scaffolded and integrated. Wonderful job you are doing. I’ll be seeing you on twitch.

  • @therearenosecrets6044
    @therearenosecrets6044 4 года назад +24

    You must admit, this guy works for it. Thank you for sharing, Respect.

    • @FatNinja.
      @FatNinja. 4 года назад +2

      Mad Respect.

    • @uwaysshakoor3521
      @uwaysshakoor3521 4 года назад

      This is the best youtube video i've watched in a long time, amazing job

  • @ogalphawolf7983
    @ogalphawolf7983 4 года назад +4

    I think you should continue this and add your typical content creation related expenses in a month. Youve made an equipment video but what about how much a video costs to make, such as when you tested all the streaming PC. you have a full time editor and designer. how much it cost to hire a producer for 180 tracks. obviously some of this info could be private and you dont want to share for someone else's sake, but just an idea to expand upon and show what else you put into this. Amazing shit and you also gained a massive load of respect from me with this. Loved your content since I found it and you consistently prove how amazing you are.

  • @elibeelaert6048
    @elibeelaert6048 4 года назад +3

    Props to you man for working so hard and taking risks to improve your viewers and reputation and trust with your subs keep it up bro

  • @Dymund
    @Dymund 4 года назад +61

    This is so interesting. Honestly I thought to make a living on twitch and RUclips you need at least half a million subscribers. Apparently 50-100k will do just fine and it just continues to grow.

    • @syfadenz
      @syfadenz 4 года назад +3

      @@obsidianman4990 a few k subs on twitch will be enough lmao

    • @toukaslaps8463
      @toukaslaps8463 4 года назад

      Same here

    • @emilfabris3271
      @emilfabris3271 4 года назад

      for youtube you only need like 750k Views a month and you can make a living

    • @irrelevant_noob
      @irrelevant_noob 4 года назад

      Dymund you mean YT subs, because twitch subs are a quite different concept... :-B

    • @santhoshmanickavasagam2467
      @santhoshmanickavasagam2467 3 года назад

      @@irrelevant_noob Nope. It's all about views now.

  • @HydraFlick
    @HydraFlick 4 года назад +10

    I just love Streambeats playlist man! Thankyou Harris 🙏🏻

  • @jonrichards1989
    @jonrichards1989 4 года назад +9

    As a disabled veteran trying to figure out what to do, this really gives me hope. Thank you!!!

  • @mikepiotrowski8306
    @mikepiotrowski8306 4 года назад +84

    Anyone who complains how much a content creator makes need to STFU! Its HARD work! It doesn't come easily! There's a reason why the top people make what they make! :-)

    • @leonruvalcaba1549
      @leonruvalcaba1549 4 года назад +1

      Those who complain about that are very envious and toxic people

  • @hubbersnaks7569
    @hubbersnaks7569 4 года назад +7

    Your impression of the people in the ads saying to buy their book was spot on, made me laugh. Thanks for the great informative content

    • @cryora
      @cryora 4 года назад

      A lot of people will also say that rich people read like a jazillion books a year, so you should get audible. Maybe there is a correlation between being rich and reading more, but still..

  • @ZoomF7
    @ZoomF7 3 года назад +13

    Gracias por ser tan honesto con la información, apenas pudimos ver el video, te mandamos un fuerte abrazo desde México.

  • @yusufahmed2426
    @yusufahmed2426 4 года назад +4

    you deserve more views, I can't believe you don't have 1 million subscribers RN.

  • @Tech215Studios
    @Tech215Studios 4 года назад +6

    Damn i started my channel back in November. And i'm finally seeing some results, especially in the last week. But man, it's a ton of work, each video takes like a week to make, I need to get faster. I refuse to just record my face and talk, i hate shitty videos. I like high quality, and it took a while (Few Months) to learn to Film, Edit, Etc. Takes time, but thanks for the hope man!! I'm glad your doing well. You deserve it man. Keep up the great work dude!

    • @Daniel-iq5wm
      @Daniel-iq5wm 4 года назад +1

      Keep at it 💪🏻

    • @Tech215Studios
      @Tech215Studios 4 года назад

      Daniel thanks Dan!! And for subbing too!! I’m a quarter of a way to hitting the mark!!

  • @JJ-fg5qx
    @JJ-fg5qx 4 года назад +5

    It does blow my mind how much content creators can make, that being said I've gathered more respect for how much work and effort it requires. I do usually try to throw my free Amazon Prime monthly sub towards smaller streamers for exactly this reason I have to say, this if the first time I've ever watched a piece of your content and you sir earned my free prime sub for your honest disclosure putting your income steam at risk. Great advice, and you'll likely get some more free subs from me in future months for this one video alone 👍

  • @guapanmessi4470
    @guapanmessi4470 4 года назад +30

    I love how he mentioned ads, and an ad literally popped up

    • @Swordonator
      @Swordonator 4 года назад

      Stonks

    • @redjack2629
      @redjack2629 4 года назад

      You can choose where ads pop up, so... Very likely intentional. :P

  • @adnantoons
    @adnantoons 4 года назад +6

    You encouraged me to start my channel today and literally all the devices I got was recommended by you. So thank you

  • @sparkee3213
    @sparkee3213 2 года назад

    I’d love to hear why someone unsubscribed because you broke down how revenue is gained on streaming platforms using your own experience. In my opinion your openness to discuss, publicly, something considered so private is refreshing and builds your credibility with your audience. It’s so nice to meet someone who isn’t rubbing it in our faces or hiding it like it’s some special club secret. You treat streaming as a job and therefore are earning money from people and companies who are willing to give it to you. Definitely nothing to be ashamed of and those who are offended or see an issue with it I genuinely don’t understand their point of view.
    Definitely glad I found your channel though and hopefully my sub can make up for someone that unsubbed because you were open and honest :)

  • @vasq845
    @vasq845 4 года назад +4

    the making beats for streams is brilliant man! deff gonna check them out

  • @rhinosdemise
    @rhinosdemise 4 года назад +82

    trolls: OmG Ninja makes 500k a month. What a disgrace
    me: OMG Ninja makes 500k a month? That is such a motivational boost. That's awesome!

    • @krovman
      @krovman 4 года назад +1

      And to think Ninja had guest appearances on talk shows! I'm pretty sure he's paid a lot for those.

    • @Griffmassyt
      @Griffmassyt 4 года назад +1

      Krovman he also is apart of adidas, Red Bull, and got payed millions to get on mixer

    • @jmugurr994
      @jmugurr994 4 года назад

      Gotta keep in mind too that all that money might just be gross and that net might be much lower because of operating expenses and the like. The taxman always gotta get you too!

    • @WicariWoW
      @WicariWoW 4 года назад

      @@fiftyshadesofurban Ninja was literally paid 30million dollars to stream on mixer for less than a year lol. I think he'll be fine.

    • @purpleey
      @purpleey 4 года назад

      @@WicariWoW he wasnt paid 30 million wtf but he was defintely paid millions

  • @1katrinasells
    @1katrinasells 4 года назад +1

    I love the blatant honesty so much! It's so refreshing to see someone who is so honest about how much they're making, I know its scary because some people may find it dissociative, but I appreciate the honesty and the open-ness you have provided. I don't feel like learning how much steamers make is a bad thing, I wish more streamers would share their ways and success. I appreciate this so much!

  • @hashiwa03
    @hashiwa03 4 года назад +12

    I appreciate how you realize how dangerous it can be about to talk about money, and yet your doing it anyway to educate average people like us.
    Thank you

  • @bobbeta
    @bobbeta 4 года назад +6

    its lowkey inspiring learning how much streamers make

  • @Nikolaibinner
    @Nikolaibinner 3 года назад +1

    This video actually made me even more interested in what you do so I think sharing your income and the way you generate it (combined with how "real" you are) makes you an even more interesting content creator. thanks for the video

  • @QuaintrelleGaming
    @QuaintrelleGaming 4 года назад +8

    I’m working towards my stream in youtube now then maybe switch to twitch later on. From what I’ve learned in your vids, it’s hard to get viewers on twitch. So I’m working hard on my yt now! Thank you so much for awesome content.

    • @RedfishGames_
      @RedfishGames_ 4 года назад +1

      ive been on Twitch for 2 months and average 6-10 viewers. If your not averaging that already on YT through livestreams id give Twitcha try, because RUclips isnt a hell of alot easier to get views on when it comes to Live content

    • @QuaintrelleGaming
      @QuaintrelleGaming 4 года назад

      I get average 5-10 😊 okay i’ll start considering twitch now...

    • @QuaintrelleGaming
      @QuaintrelleGaming 4 года назад

      I’m just torn because im close to 1k now...

    • @Chapizard
      @Chapizard 4 года назад

      One of the points Harris makes quite often is that you can grow both of them. He mentioned his trifecta of growth. When on RUclips, talk about your Twitch channel. When you're on Twitch, talk about your RUclips. Same thing with Twitter.

  • @InfiniteTony
    @InfiniteTony 4 года назад +5

    15:30 | Why did I just get an ad like that then? 🤔 Lol. Imagine how much taxes he has to pay...

  • @tiffanymartinez
    @tiffanymartinez 4 года назад

    I had to stop the video at advice and sponsorships to write that I have most definitely bought multiple pieces of equipment based on your advice. Your advice, realism, and continued cheering for us little guys is amazing! And I'm always so inspired!

  • @Rontron-gb5ux
    @Rontron-gb5ux 4 года назад +6

    Way to put it all out there even if it seems scary. It's really eye-opening the potential if a streamer puts the work in. Keep up the great work!

  • @jaku3005
    @jaku3005 4 года назад +66

    Tier 4: International Conglomerate
    Tier 5+: Elon Musk

  • @jakedunnegan
    @jakedunnegan 4 года назад

    Been following you for over a year now. Don't know any one on Twitch or RUclips who provides more information to streamers. You totally rock, man. And your honesty - your gut-check level realism - is WHY you are successful. Thanks for that - and thanks for sharing. At the beginning of the video you mentioned that there was a risk for you, and I think your viewers (I know I do) appreciate that. But it's paid off! Your channel has exploded, and you deserve it, and I'll keep psyphoning that knowledge. :)

  • @maxkeller9808
    @maxkeller9808 4 года назад +2

    Thank you for the insights Alpha. I'm sure this transparancy will motivate a lot of people to get into streaming, including myself. Could you please also outline how much work you put into streaming (daily or mothly hours) and what your expenses are? I think, that this would paint a perfect picture about streaming.

  • @ManLikeBeas
    @ManLikeBeas 4 года назад +8

    Dude, I've never understood the "offensive" attitude towards what people earn. If you're earning good money, be proud! Good on you for doing this, man.

  • @CortneySalerno
    @CortneySalerno 4 года назад

    This honesty is very much appreciated, Harris 🖤. If larger streamers are not transparent, those of us with smaller streams/channels have no knowledge of market value or brand deal expectations. I've done this for a living in corporate America but being the streamer is new territory for me.

  • @Citizee
    @Citizee 4 года назад +60

    Wow this seems interesting, who would love to watch a stream from Africa,is someone doing that on twitch?

    • @CringeSyringe
      @CringeSyringe 3 года назад +6

      Do that shit man fuck what everybody else is doing DO YOU

    • @lordcanabino8984
      @lordcanabino8984 3 года назад +2

      bruuh I'm in africa too n am on twitch n so r a lot of pple

  • @TheKiraYamaguchi
    @TheKiraYamaguchi 4 года назад +6

    I miss the old intro music. It's more hype and makes me excited for whats coming after the intro :(
    The new intro is nice and chill. It's not ugly or bad but I just feel like I like the old one better.

    • @Gastonwebbe
      @Gastonwebbe 4 года назад

      The Kira Yamaguchi i feel the same way lol

  • @ClandonV6
    @ClandonV6 4 года назад +2

    16:00 "happy streaming. please don't unsubscribe."
    good sir, I just subscribed. ♥ I wish you all the success in the world. It's very motivating!

  • @FAILURE7X
    @FAILURE7X 4 года назад +5

    All the arguments I heard are because they discredit streaming/content creation/etc. as being not "real" work.
    AKA "I'm just bitter it's not me."

  • @MaDshowonhere
    @MaDshowonhere 4 года назад +5

    Me thinking about streaming
    Watches this video
    "Oh I'm definitely streaming"

  • @DragonFang253D
    @DragonFang253D 4 года назад +1

    This is motivating me to get back on it! After such bad depression spells that just stop my content flow... I really needed this i think. Thanks so much

  • @Aquaded
    @Aquaded 4 года назад +6

    now everytime i press on a link im just gonna say to myself i just gave this dude money lol but this dude is so chill and helpful hes getting a sub from me

    • @mjz187
      @mjz187 4 года назад

      Well look at it like this. ANYTHING you buy in life you're contributing to someone's wealth sometimes it's a jerk or a very nice person. At least you know it's going to a nice person and not some random guy 😂

  • @josephcocquet2655
    @josephcocquet2655 4 года назад +6

    Harris, I’ve been growing on RUclips and I’m not that big but I still want to know when I should tell my fans to go to my twitch/mixer

    • @BRKTCG
      @BRKTCG 4 года назад

      now the more they know the better

    • @chazmoore8254
      @chazmoore8254 4 года назад

      What he said, Harris ends I his videos with a clip of his stream in every video.

    • @TheOMT
      @TheOMT 4 года назад

      Every. Single. Time.

  • @alanoc
    @alanoc 4 года назад +2

    Congrats man, i think it takes a lot for someone to come out and teach other! Respect!

  • @evanberwick4187
    @evanberwick4187 4 года назад +3

    Alpha Gaming I think it only bothers people who don’t realise how much “behind the scenes” work goes into building a successful channel. I like to know that there’s a ton of ways to make money, and diversify my income if needed.

  • @zashmnk
    @zashmnk 4 года назад +13

    Tbh finding out how much a content creator makes motivates me more lol. Like they got the big content creator bag, why can't I do it too? Ya know?

  • @mishelly
    @mishelly 4 года назад

    thanks for being transparent! It's crazy that people would potentially quit supporting you for sharing. I think it comes from a place of jealousy. But as a fellow creator in the booktube community, and as of this coming up weekend I will opening my first twitch account!!! I know full well how much time it takes to build a channel and dream up content, always be on point for engagement...to have a quality content. Creators deserve what they make and its reflective of the effort. If you loose some people, you'll gain others who appreciate your honesty.

  • @ShadowReady
    @ShadowReady 4 года назад +10

    It may sound like a lot of Money but he had a ton HARD work to get here that you don't see in the background! Would love to see you expenses too. Love your videos and keep it real!

  • @emzy1083
    @emzy1083 4 года назад +17

    last time i was this early, harris still had long hair

  • @GODJWilly
    @GODJWilly 4 года назад

    I’ve always shunned when others create that ego where wealth overcomes someones ability to show respect and be appreciative for what they have and try to throw it in others’ faces. YOU are not that way and I absolutely love it, I’m a beginning streamer and have enjoyed the process thoroughly. I have so much to learn and all of your videos I have watched so far have given me more confidence and drive to push forward with my stream, so thank you so much for this video and sharing your personal life with us. Anyone who can’t be as transparent, is someone I don’t feel I could sub to or trust! Keep it pushin! Godspeed brother!

  • @Ramsonpwndz
    @Ramsonpwndz 4 года назад +99

    Q: How much MONEY do twitch streamers make?
    A: A lot more than you.

    • @Meatwad650
      @Meatwad650 4 года назад

      RamZ198 Nah. Tech can easily pay more. At least in the Bay Area with stock-based compensation.

    • @charliedinerman7941
      @charliedinerman7941 4 года назад +1

      John Kilpatrick Did you even watch the video this guy is making 50-60k A MONTH That is a lot of money

    • @Ramsonpwndz
      @Ramsonpwndz 4 года назад +2

      Guys, it....it was a joke..

    • @KizyRL97
      @KizyRL97 4 года назад +2

      @@Ramsonpwndz lmao ikr

    • @werrtuky5803
      @werrtuky5803 4 года назад

      RamZ198 it was?

  • @Slicc
    @Slicc 4 года назад +11

    I double ur views and make half the money wtf

    • @noahkrebs7967
      @noahkrebs7967 4 года назад

      Wow

    • @elliesnotes
      @elliesnotes 3 года назад +1

      Probably because of sponsors and things like that.

    • @Skidlr
      @Skidlr 3 года назад +3

      No you fucking don’t, you get 2k views per video, that’s shit

    • @Slicc
      @Slicc 3 года назад

      @@Skidlr and this right here is a person that doesn’t know how yt works

    • @Slicc
      @Slicc 3 года назад

      @@Skidlr and obviously I’m talk in reference to when this video was made

  • @Jasmine-indie
    @Jasmine-indie 4 года назад

    Thank you for being willing to share. I think the difference between what you did with this video here and making a video that says "I make this much" is that you actually explained HOW somebody could make the money that you make. You explained exactly where the money comes from, how much work you put into it, etc. I will be dropping you a follow on Twitch :)

  • @Konixity
    @Konixity 4 года назад +5

    Opinion: When it comes to "giving/ gifting/ tipping" hard earned money to a content creator that they can logistically see is doing well (ie, showing their earnings) can result in people take a step back and addressing their own needs first, maybe in a sense of; "this person is doing ok, maybe I can save myself that £5- £25 (if they donate/tip) this month for something else, besides they don't really provide me with anything other than entertainment".
    You Harris "provide" this statistical information based around the premises that "yes I do receive this amount of money but here *gives small plate of hope* this how you can do it too".
    That is the difference between someone accidentally/ showboating their hard earned wealth (which by the way, is absolutely fine, you earned it, you do that how you want) to here "this is my income, this visually demonstrates that what I say this proof and if you listen to my advice you could get here too".
    Therefore, you should NOT worry about viewers/ friends taking this video the incorrect way. You will NOT lose growth or income because you DO provide that insight and educational value that so many content creators are scared to give.
    Just an opinion though.

  • @peppermaster1189
    @peppermaster1189 4 года назад +1

    Dude I’m so happy that you made this vid. You have definitely given me so much value. You definitely didn’t have to make this but you have super inspired me to actually go into streaming. I have worked my whole life in the manual labor sector and had an accident that prevented me from going back to work. But this has opened up a great opportunity to try this. So thank you for your time that you have dedicated to your followers that might be looking to get started with streaming.🥰🥰

  • @juantuku
    @juantuku 3 года назад

    1st off congratulations on your success and 2nd thank you for information which is the most important thing across all your videos and whoever feels a certain way about how much you make is literally a hater because you don’t come off bragging at all about anything you do. Blessings to you

  • @akkitrip
    @akkitrip 4 года назад

    My god ! I came by your channel becz I am still like preping myself up to start streaming soon (Camera shy XD) and wanted as much info as I could get before stepping in on it. Brother the information you shared is extremely private and yu telling it on a public platform means a lot. Like you actually care about your viewers and genuinely wanna help them rather than just push out more content for views. Loved it bro. Much love.

  • @bryantmadden8
    @bryantmadden8 4 года назад +2

    I really appreciate your honesty as I just started streaming and I’ve been watching all of your vids and this video makes me wanna sub even more! Really appreciate everythin

  • @TreyCoursey
    @TreyCoursey 3 года назад

    I think you nailed it when you said, you want to make sure you bring value...there are a lot of people doing a lot less in big paying jobs that don't deserve what they get...congrats on your success! Trying to start a channel myself...

  • @FharishAhmed
    @FharishAhmed 4 года назад

    I had to go back to university for 7 years, to study cinematography, I am over 42, and out of a job.
    I am glad that the next generation isn't going to be struggling as we are now.
    I recently subscribed to your channel, just because of how honest you were in that video.
    Keep it up.

  • @cjsawinski
    @cjsawinski 4 года назад +1

    I’m fairly new to the PC world of gaming... been eyeing RUclips and twitch for a little while now... not as I want to be a “streamer” for a career. Just that I’m playing this game or that game and why not fire up OBS and what not and just see what happens.
    Your channel has been very helpful and glad the RUclips algorithm threw it on my feed some time ago. I’ve literally only looked at the twitch website 2-3 times but this video makes me wanna get on there and sub your channel.
    There’s nothing wrong with talking about how much money you make as long as the context is right.

  • @VenatosOfficial
    @VenatosOfficial 4 года назад

    Awesome video! It's hard to find people who will recommend a product only if they like it and believe in it. Your honesty definitely contributes to your growth

  • @theoldermillennial
    @theoldermillennial 4 года назад

    Appreciate it brother. This video got me as a subscriber. I started on TikTok and now I’m starting a podcast, RUclips, and Twitch. I’ll be listening to you a lot.