Professional Influencer Invoice Template
Bill brands professionally for sponsored content, partnerships, and collaborations with our influencer-specific invoice template.
Everything You Need for Influencer Invoicing
Our influencer invoice template includes all the features you need to create professional invoices and get paid faster.
Sponsored Content Billing
Bill for sponsored posts, stories, videos, and brand collaborations.
Usage Rights Tracking
Itemize content licensing and usage rights for brand partnerships.
Multi-Platform Support
Invoice for content across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other platforms.
Deliverable Tracking
Track and bill each deliverable: posts, stories, reels, reviews.
Affiliate Commission Tracking
Track affiliate sales and commissions alongside flat-rate fees.
Brand Partnership Terms
Include exclusivity periods and content usage terms in invoices.
Complete Guide to Influencer Invoicing
As an influencer or content creator, you've built an audience that brands want to reach. Your content drives engagement, awareness, and sales for the companies you partner with. Professional invoicing is essential for building credibility with brands, ensuring timely payment, and running your influencer business effectively. This guide covers everything influencers need to know about billing brands, agencies, and partners professionally.
- Your Business Details: Legal name or business name, address, email, and phone.
- Brand/Agency Details: Company name, billing contact, AP email, and purchase order number if provided.
- Campaign Reference: Campaign name, contract reference, and brief description.
- Deliverables List: Each piece of content: feed posts, stories, reels, videos, with dates posted.
- Platform Details: Which platforms content was posted on: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.
- Content Links: Direct links to posted content for brand verification.
- Rate per Deliverable: Your rate for each content piece or flat campaign fee.
- Usage Rights: What rights are included and any additional licensing fees.
- Exclusivity Period: If applicable, note exclusivity terms and dates.
- Total Amount: Subtotal, any applicable taxes, and grand total.
- Payment Terms: Due date, accepted payment methods, and wire/ACH details.
- Invoice Promptly: Send invoices immediately after posting or as per contract terms. Delayed invoices mean delayed payment.
- Include Content Links: Add direct links to all posted content. Makes brand verification easy and speeds up payment.
- Reference the Contract: Note the contract or agreement reference. This connects your invoice to approved terms.
- Itemize Deliverables: List each post, story, or video separately with its rate. Transparency builds trust.
- Clarify Usage Rights: Specify exactly what usage is included and charge extra for extended rights.
- Include Screenshots: For stories and temporary content, include screenshots as proof of posting.
- Track Exclusivity Periods: Note exclusivity end dates. This protects you and reminds brands of their timeline.
- Use Professional Invoicing: Use proper invoicing software, not just a Venmo request. Brands need real invoices for their accounting.
- Follow Up Systematically: Many brands pay Net 30-60. Follow up at due date and weekly thereafter.
- Keep Records: Save all contracts, briefs, content, and invoices. You may need them for taxes or disputes.
Influencer rates vary widely based on follower count, engagement, niche, and platform:
By Follower Count (Instagram/TikTok):
- Nano (1K-10K): $50-$250 per post
- Micro (10K-50K): $250-$1,000 per post
- Mid-tier (50K-500K): $1,000-$5,000 per post
- Macro (500K-1M): $5,000-$15,000 per post
- Mega (1M+): $15,000-$100,000+ per post
Content Type Multipliers:
- Story (24hr): 25-40% of post rate
- Reel/TikTok: 100-150% of post rate
- YouTube integration: 2-5x Instagram rate
- YouTube dedicated video: 5-20x Instagram rate
Additional Fees:
- Whitelisting/Spark ads: +25-50% or flat fee
- Usage rights (social ads): +50-100%
- Usage rights (all media): +100-200%
- Exclusivity: +20-50% per month
- Rush delivery: +25-50%
- Revisions (beyond contract): $100-500 each
Common payment structures for influencer work:
For Sponsored Posts:
- Small deals (<$1,000): 100% before posting
- Standard deals: 50% on signing, 50% on posting
- Large campaigns: 30% signing, 30% draft approval, 40% posting
- Net terms: Net 30 after posting (established relationships)
Brand/Agency Payment Timeline:
- Brands typically pay Net 30-60
- Agencies often pay Net 60-90
- Factor this into your cash flow planning
For UGC (without posting):
- 50% on signing, 50% on content delivery
- Or 100% before delivering final content
Affiliate Arrangements:
- Commission tracked via unique links/codes
- Paid monthly, Net 30-60
- Request minimum payouts
Late Payment:
- Grace period: 7-14 days
- Follow up via email and contact
- Consider late fees for repeat offenders
- Remove content if seriously overdue (per contract)
- Posting Before Payment: For new brand relationships, never post without at least partial payment. Protect yourself.
- Missing Content Links: Always include direct links to posted content. Speeds up brand verification and payment.
- Unclear Usage Terms: Specify exactly what usage rights are included. Extended rights should be charged separately.
- No Contract Reference: Reference your agreement on the invoice. This connects payment to approved terms.
- Forgetting Taxes: Include applicable sales tax. Many influencer services are taxable depending on your location.
- Unprofessional Invoicing: Use real invoicing software, not just payment app requests. Brands need proper documentation.
- Not Following Up: Brands often pay late. Follow up systematically—don't assume the check is in the mail.
- Giving Away Usage Rights: Content licensing is valuable. Don't include unlimited usage without additional compensation.
- Missing Exclusivity Fees: If you can't work with competitors, charge for it. Exclusivity has real cost to you.
- Poor Record Keeping: Save all contracts, content, and communications. You'll need them for taxes and disputes.
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