{"id":2234,"date":"2021-10-11T20:22:53","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T20:22:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oddsmonkey.com\/sidehustle\/?p=2234"},"modified":"2025-11-25T16:41:52","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T16:41:52","slug":"how-to-be-a-youtuber","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oddsmonkey.com\/sidehustle\/how-to-be-a-youtuber\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Be A YouTuber: Turning Vlogging Into A Side Hustle"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouTube is a video-sharing website and social media platform. Content creators, from vloggers to musicians to news outlets, upload videos to be watched by millions. In fact, YouTube expects to reach 2.85 billion users in 2025, over a third of the world\u2019s total population.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Launched in 2005, YouTube was bought by Google for $1.65 billion in 2006, and is currently the second most-visited website in the world after Google. It\u2019s no wonder that so many people have turned to YouTube to host their content, with such a vast audience out there.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But establishing a successful YouTube channel isn\u2019t a simple matter &#8211; you\u2019ll need a solid concept, an engaging style, and plenty of hard work. In this article, the OddsMonkey team breaks down exactly what you need to do to start a YouTube channel, and how to give yourself the best chance of success.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>How To Be A YouTuber<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<h3><b>Create a YouTube account<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visit YouTube and sign up to open a YouTube account. You can use your Google account details to do this and sync your settings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve created a YouTube account, it\u2019s time to start a channel. If you\u2019re using a desktop, you\u2019ll find this in the menu when you click on your profile image in the top right hand corner.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Your YouTube channel<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have your YouTube channel set up, it\u2019s time to head over to YouTube Studio to get started. YouTube Studio is the creator\u2019s hub. It\u2019s home to your dashboard, where you can upload videos and view analytics associated with your channel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Content strategy<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start uploading content, it\u2019s worth thinking about a content strategy. This doesn\u2019t just mean in terms of a schedule. Instead, a strategy can help you focus the ideas you already have, as well as helping you generate new ones. A good YouTube content strategy will include things like:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a niche<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Filming days<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The time and frequency of your uploads<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SEO (optimising your content for searches)<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collaborations<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How you\u2019re going to promote or market your content<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should also look at current trends and what\u2019s going viral. While it\u2019s difficult to predict what will go viral, you can take part in certain trends, adjusting them to suit the kind of content you produce.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Making content<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve decided on the type of videos you want to produce, it\u2019s time to think about actually making them. First of all, you need to come up with ideas or topics to cover. Think about having a purpose for each video, and consider what a viewer will get out of watching it.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You also need to think about how you want to look to potential viewers. Build a strong brand through visuals, delivery, style, aesthetics, etc. Being consistent will make it easier for you to exist across various social platforms, and helps to let you audience know what to expect from you.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can stretch into the type of equipment you use. For example, if you shoot the majority of your content on a tripod-stabilised camera, a shaky, handheld video may stand out for the wrong reasons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t have to buy loads of kit in the beginning, but it is worth having a plan. Are you keeping things simple or going for a full studio setup? The equipment you use to make videos is really up to you, but for high production quality you\u2019ll need to think about cameras, lighting, microphones, and other accessories.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On top of this, you\u2019ll need editing software, knowhow, and a little time. There are lots of options out there when it comes to video editing software, which have a range of features, ease of use, price, etc. Some of the most popular options are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>YouTube\u2019s video editor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouTube has its own video editor, which you will find in YouTube Studio. It\u2019s quite basic in comparison to other software, but as it\u2019s free it could be enough to get you going as a YouTuber.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adobe Premiere Rush<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the mobile version of Adobe Premier Pro and can be used to edit videos filmed on your smartphone. In theory, it eliminates the need for a camera and laptop in the creation and editing of your videos. You can also quickly optimise and share your content on social media.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Adobe Express<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another option from the Adobe family. Their web-based video maker claims to have everything you need to create a YouTube video, and it\u2019s free to use.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>DaVinci Resolve<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cIt\u2019s like having your own post production studio in a single app\u201d claims DaVinci Resolve\u2019s website. This software gives you everything you need to make high-quality video content. However, it\u2019s simple enough for beginners to use, and there\u2019s a free version available.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pinnacle Studio<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With three packages available at different pricing tiers, you can choose the tool that best suits your needs. Even the standard version offers impressive features, allowing you to edit in HD quality, have 6 video and audio tracks, and up to 2 cameras with multi-camera editing.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shotcut<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Shotcut is a free and open source video editor. You can add effects such as filters and transitions and edit both audio and visual elements.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Optimise your YouTube channel<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maximise your chances of success, you\u2019ll need to optimise your YouTube channel to attract viewers. Create an optimisation strategy to make your videos as easy to find as possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few top tips for optimising your videos and your YouTube channel overall:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keywords<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are one of the most important elements of SEO. Conduct keyword research on a site like Semrush, Moz, or ahrefs and then use relevant long tail keywords in your videos\u2019 titles and descriptions.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use <\/span><b>tags, hashtags, and YouTube categories<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make sure that your videos are easy to find, and that they\u2019re found by potential viewers who are more likely to interact with your content.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure your videos have <\/span><b>accurate closed captions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure full accessibility to D\/deaf viewers. As well as catering to a wider audience, the inclusion of closed captions will help your videos rank higher because search engines can crawl the text.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Add in calls-to-action<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to guide viewers to more of your content. Make sure this is done organically, however; don\u2019t force your audience to view something that isn\u2019t relevant to the original content they watched. Use the end screens of your video to introduce calls-to-action.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Organise your videos into playlists<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This will create a better user experience and could also encourage viewers to watch more of your content, which is great for your engagement stats. The more engagement you get, the more successful you\u2019ll be as a YouTuber.<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2><b>YouTube As A Side Hustle Or A Full Time Job?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you dream of becoming a full-time YouTuber or you just want to earn some extra money, we all have to start at the beginning. It\u2019s common sense not to quit your day job if you only have 10 YouTube subscribers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, that doesn\u2019t mean you don\u2019t have a chance of turning a YouTube side hustle into a full time living. Grow your audience and build up your YouTube presence consistently over time, and you may end up making enough to survive on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And if not, hopefully you\u2019ll have enjoyed making your content and at least made a little extra cash.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>How To Make Money On YouTube<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few different ways to monetise your YouTube account; these are some of the most effective.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Advertising revenue<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advertising is one of the main ways to make money on YouTube. First of all though, you need to apply for and be accepted onto the YouTube Partner Programme (YPP). Being a YouTube Partner means you can boost your earning potential and receive a share of the revenue from any ads that are served on your content.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum criteria for joining the YouTube Partner Programme<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live in a country or region where the YPP is available<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow YouTube\u2019s policies on channel monetisation\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No active Community Guidelines strikes on your channel<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have more than 4,000 valid public watch hours in the last 12 months<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have more than 1,000 subscribers<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Link a Google AdSense account to your YouTube account<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve hit the above criteria for eligibility, your channel will automatically be put in a review queue. If your application is accepted, you can set up ad preferences and enable monetisation on your uploads straightaway.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google AdSense<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AdSense allows for smarter advertising. Choose which ads you think fit your audience best. This creates a less-jarring experience for the viewer and encourages more engagement, in theory. The payment you receive from Google depends on the type of ad displayed and the number of impressions and clicks.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Affiliate or influencer marketing<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are subtle differences between <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oddsmonkey.com\/sidehustle\/affiliate-marketing-uk\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">affiliate marketing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and influencer marketing, but ultimately they involve promoting a product or service in exchange for money. Often, you share a link or discount code with viewers. If someone buys the product or service promoted in your video after clicking your link, you receive commission on that purchase.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sponsored videos and collaborations<\/span><\/h4>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following on from the above point, sponsored videos are usually created in connection with a brand, and they\u2019re most likely to happen when your content is attracting viewers. If your channel is gaining traction, you\u2019re likely to catch the attention of a brand or two.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With sponsored videos, the sponsor (brand) will pay you an agreed amount of money to advertise them in some way. How you advertise will depend on the agreement or terms of the sponsorship. For example, you could mention the product or service in your introduction or deliver a full review.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Channel memberships<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Channel memberships can be offered to viewers in order to encourage repeat engagement and recurring income. In return for their monthly support, you offer member-only perks, such as exclusive content.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will have to wait until your channel has grown to make use of this feature, though; to be eligible to offer channel memberships, you need to be a member of the YPP and have at least 1000 subscribers.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As long as the perks comply with YouTube\u2019s community guidelines, you can offer lots of exclusive content. Ideas include early access to videos, exclusive live streams, or behind-the-scenes content or contact. You could also offer physical goods such as stickers, clothing, or discount codes for your other merchandise.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Merchandise (YouTube Shopping)<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Branded merchandise is a great way to make money on YouTube. It can earn you a passive income alongside other monetisation avenues, or it can be your main revenue stream.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To be eligible to sell via YouTube Shopping, you must be a member of YPP and your videos can\u2019t be listed as Made For Kids.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll need to think about things like design, pricing, and logistics. Take the time to understand what will appeal to your audience and test the waters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you could release something on a limited run to see how well it sells. Make sure that anything you do want to sell complies with YouTube\u2019s policies.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Donations (Patreon)<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patreon is a similar approach to channel membership, but not hosted via YouTube. Patreon is a membership platform where creators share exclusive content with monthly subscribers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re still working towards 1000 YouTube subscribers in order to be eligible for the YouTube Partner Programme, you could test the waters with an offsite subscription platform first.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>Building A YouTube Audience<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building a YouTube audience is a fundamental part of monetising your YouTube channel. While there\u2019s no surefire way to attract viewers, some of the optimisation tips earlier in this article should help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also specific techniques you can use to connect with YouTube users, which we\u2019ll run through here:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Immediacy<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immediacy is a way for people to connect in real time. YouTube now offers the option to live stream, similarly to Instagram, Facebook, and other social platforms. 51% of British adults have watched a live stream, and this percentage is only likely to grow.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefit of a live stream is that it allows your audience to feel more closely connected to you, as they\u2019re seeing you and being addressed by you in real time.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Relatability<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What do people want to watch? Well perhaps surprisingly, it doesn\u2019t have to be something spectacular. Content that people can relate to is a great way for them to connect with you and your channel.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting to grips with a particular subject as an ordinary person can be just as engaging as watching an expert, so you certainly don\u2019t have to be the best, say, snowboarder out there to have a successful snowboarding channel.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Immersiveness<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s natural to crave the feeling of being in the moment with someone, even if via a smartphone screen. The better you convey exactly how it feels to be part of whatever you\u2019re recording on camera, the better your engagement is likely to be.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good scripting, quality camerawork and professional-level editing will all help to improve the immersiveness of your videos and cultivate your audience.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2><b>How Much Do YouTubers Make?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of money YouTubers make depends on a number of things. For example, how many revenue streams are they operating? What kinds of sponsorship deals do they have? How long have they been running a YouTube channel? It also depends on how much time and attention they dedicate to producing content for YouTube.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a large range of earning potential as a YouTuber. According to the job review site Glassdoor, the average reported salary for a YouTuber in the UK is \u00a333,378, with most likely base pay of \u00a321,000 to \u00a353,000 a year.<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Factors that can affect the amount of money you could make on YouTube include:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPM vs CPC (Cost Per Click vs Cost Per Mille (or thousand impressions)).<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estimated earnings per subscriber<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estimated gross earnings per 1,000 views<\/span><\/li>\r\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estimated variance based on engagement<\/span><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As long as you consistently post good quality content, build your audience, and introduce revenue streams that work for your channel, you should be able to make money vlogging.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h3><b>Top earners on YouTube<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most popular channels on YouTube enjoy astronomical earnings. Your chances of coming remotely close to any of these creators are very slim indeed &#8211; but you never know!<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of 2023, the highest earning YouTube channels were as follows:<\/span><\/p>\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>#<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Channel<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Earnings per year<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Subscribers (2025 figures)<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><b>Run by<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mr Beast<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$82 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">420 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jimmy Donaldson<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good Mythical Morning<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$35 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19.3 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhett and Link<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ryan\u2019s World<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$35 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">39.7 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ryan Kaji<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jake Paul<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$34 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20.9 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jake Paul<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Markiplier<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$30 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">37.7 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mark Fischbach<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unspeakable<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$28.5 million<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<td>\r\n<p><span 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