We gathered frequently asked questions and their answers on this page.
We are happy to be waiting for your inquiries not mentioned here.
For YouTubers
Can a YouTuber select a project to work on?
Yes, a YouTuber is able to select and apply to a certain project he or she would like to work on. Each YouTuber is shown a full list of projects.
Is iCON CAST a MCN (Multi Channel Network) ?
iCON CAST is NOT a MCN. We do NOT manage YouTube channels, but specialized for matching YouTubers and clients. Therefore, you can use iCON CAST service even if you are registered to an MCN. Of course, you can earn 100% of the advertising revenue from the YouTube partnership program as usual.
I've never worked with a company, but can I join iCON CAST?
Clearly promoting service and product name is a minimum requirement, however it is also important to keep your own way and ideas when creating videos. We acknowledge that each YouTuber has their own unique identity and we appreciate this fact. If you find any problem while creating a video please feel free to contact us! We will be more than happy to help you out with your first project!
When and How am I going to be paid for a project?
After video upload, we will send you the reward via PayPal by the deadline. Normally it will be at the end of the next month of upload.
How will I get materials or product sample to produce a video for a client?
Information that can be sent by the Web should be attached within the message service of iCON CAST. If items such as product samples are needed, it will be sent by our company via mail.
Does a project affect my usual videos?
We are sure that basically a project does NOT affect your video creation life. One thing, if you were planning to introduce a competing product around the same time, please inform us beforehand.
Should I display a "Sponcored" or "PR" on the video or on the description?
We determine if we need "Sponcored" or "PR" displayed on the video or the description by each project with the client and the YouTuber. However, we recommend to put those wording to show transparency to the viewers.
Should I register or purchase some items in app or service on producing a introduction video of a client's service or app?
For sections where fees are not charged, free registration may be asked to be done. However, we will make sure to not allow the burden of expenses by YouTubers when fees will be charged.
For Clients
How long does it take to find the best matched YouTubers?
If the service or product targets teenagers, it will roughly take about a week to find your match, but other niche business with ambiguous targets may take about 3 weeks.
Can we select a YouTuber from the whole list?
As of now, the iCON CAST operation team will decide your optimal match.
How and when are we to pay for the project?
Payment should be made by bank transfer before the YouTuber starts the video creation.
Can we secondary use the video? Ex.) for our company website, campaign page, or storefront displays
Secondary use of the created videos will only be allowed if the video owner gives permission to do so. We make sure to have these conditions clear but will be flexible if secondary use of videos is requested in advance during the contract signing phase.
We are worried if users think we are running an undercover marketing campaigns.
iCON CAST suggests the addition of the sponsored company name in the video description. However if the client wants a closed campaign where company and product name must be kept hidden to public, please refrain from adding the decription and discuss with us for instructions.
Do we have opportunities to check the video before opening into public?
Created videos will be checked by the client before release. The service or product name, URL and descriptions will be double checked and if no problem is detected the video will be uploaded.
