Create The Flow

How I Negotiated a UGC Contract — and Turned It Into a Studio Deal

Monika Freeman Episode 120

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This is a real behind-the-scenes breakdown of how I negotiated a UGC deal… and turned it into something bigger.

What started as a simple content partnership became an opportunity to position myself differently — not just as a creator, but as a creative director and studio.

In this episode, I’m walking you through how I approached the conversation, what I looked for in the contract, and how I shifted the scope of the deal without overcomplicating it.

If you’re a content creator, filmmaker, or someone building a creative business, this is the kind of shift that changes everything.


What I Cover

  • The difference between UGC work and studio-level work
  • How to approach brand partnerships without undervaluing yourself
  • What I look for before agreeing to a deal
  • How I positioned myself beyond “just content”
  • The mindset shift that allows you to expand opportunities


Links + Resources

Creative Studio: www.monikafreemanstudio.com

Personal Site: www.monikafreeman.com

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Instagram (personal): @monikafreeman
Instagram (studio): @monikafreemanstudios


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