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    Hello, I've been roaming around on here for the last two days and finally made an account to join your community . I originally heard of this line of work through an ad on Craigslist. The guy, representing whatever studio it was, tried to have me come and "audition" nude in front of a camera at his "office". Unfortunately, before all that, I had given my phone number in the application and he texts me at least 2-3 times a day asking if I am available to "audition immediately". He also kept pressuring me about whether I would be able to have sex with strangers; the whole thing seemed really creepy and scary and I'm glad I made it here to see that this was definitely some type of scam/rip off. I have not yet signed up for any cam site, I am still doing my research and this site is invaluable in that respect. There are so many questions I want to ask; I'm doing my best to use the search option and find what I can that way first, but forgive me if I miss something or ask inappropriate things.

    Like I said, I have never been on a cam site and so even reading the faqs for beginners can seem too advanced for me, haha. I don't understand a lot of the lingo yet. I'm afraid of joining up on a cam site and not knowing how to use it or do anything and embarrass myself. Even on SMs website I can't find like a guide to their system for newbies. If someone knows where to find something like this, I would really appreciate it!

    I have gathered that you are able to set your own rates; what is a good starting point? I mean, what were your starting rates through your first day? First week? When / or how soon did you find it appropriate to raise them? In general what was your first day/week like? How much was your first paycheck (if you don't mind)?

    Thanks ahead of time!

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    well let me tell you about my own experience I just started and I had about 4 guys at the same time who wanted different things to show at the same time and then I got angry because they practically didn't care that they were not alone in the private so I just did my own thing... then I got bad review and they even took me out from the chance to be chosen as the "model of the week" or something like that. It sucks isn't it?

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    well about your questions it depends on what price per minute you put, if you put it cheaper you have higher chance and also you have to stay around 10-12 hours a day on webcam to make good income... I think the income lowered because there are much more girls who work on webcam sites right now compared to before... I used to do webcam 5 years ago through imlive, livejasmin and I used to earn about 1500 $ a month or so I was spending a lot of time on chat but now I don't really know anymore... also before livejasmin they gave higher commission than now

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    Of course on a site which pays commission like 30 % you would have to charge more per minute than on a site which pays 50 % or more, but I would say always make sure you get at least 1 usd per min your share for paid chat, at least. As for livejasmin, now I think their commission isn't fixed % as before, but it goes up with the more you earn, they have several levels. I have never been on that site though, as they never approved my ID picture. I mainly use Adultwork, and occasionally Streamate.

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    $5.99/7.99 I'm an expensive hoe.




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    Quote Originally Posted by SexyAleks View Post
    Of course on a site which pays commission like 30 % you would have to charge more per minute than on a site which pays 50 % or more, but I would say always make sure you get at least 1 usd per min your share for paid chat, at least. As for livejasmin, now I think their commission isn't fixed % as before, but it goes up with the more you earn, they have several levels. I have never been on that site though, as they never approved my ID picture. I mainly use Adultwork, and occasionally Streamate.
    from my experience as LJ being my first site, $1.99 was my rate because it was most people's rates. you earn 30% until you make $100 (your share) and at $1.99/min that can be tough to get over that first hump (and then it resets every period). i switched sites where the culture of the site allowed girls to charge more (like SM). now i'm an expensive hoe like kortneykay! 5.49/7.99

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    I work a lot of sites at the same time. My rates depend on the site. Some sites will only let me charge 4.99 or 5.99 so I set it to that. Some I have it as high as 9.99. I have the best equipment and a fast connection and I make sure I look my best.

    From my calculations I make about the same whether I charge less or more. Charging less just wears me out faster. I reduced my price for a while this summer and when I went back and did my figures I found I made almost the same per hour as when I charged more, so it only seemed as if I was busier because I was in private more. I just have to wait a little longer in free chat when my prices are higher.

    It takes some experimenting, but if you have a good connection and a quality webcam and good lighting I suggest you start on the higher end. It's not usually worth your time to charge too little.

    Experiment and do what works for you to get the most money for time spent!


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    Default Re: What were your starting rates as a newbie?

    they asked you to...audition?
    lol what a scam.

    my rates were 1.99/2.99
    now i'm 5.19/7.99

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    Thanks everyone for your replies! I'm thinking about starting at $2.49 / $3.49. I've ordered a logitech c920 but I don't really know what kind of lighting to get, I'm still looking into that.

    Also, anyone who uses Streamate checks or direct deposit, what is the name of the company that appears on the check/deposit?

    Thanks again!

    EDIT: Lily - yeah he texted me this morning too, he seems like a real creep...

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    The name that appears on the checks from Streamate is Streamate.
    It doesn't say it's a cam site but I always giggle when I'm at the banking wondering if they know what it's from.
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    Are you starting on SM? Is that you in your avatar? If so, I personally feel those rates you mentioned are too low! I would try $4.99/6.99. You can always "lower" them!
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    I started at something like $2.60 or something like that. I seriously regret setting them so low.

    This is purely anecdotal, but this for sure happened for me, and many others I know.. ~ New performers usually have tons of "new job" energy, and work the longest hours they'll ever work in camming, for the lowest rates they'll ever set. Sooner or later, sticking to those same long hours that began with burn them out.. they realize they started with very low rates, so they increase their rates, but end up working way less than before.

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    Well when i first started over 10 yrs ago, I was happy to at least make $1 a minute my cut, and back then they mostly all paid over 50% but now I am not happy unless i am at LEAST getting $2 per min but depends on the site.. if there is a ton of cheapos that just will never go to pvt my rates are lower.. but the lowest rate i have is 3 per min and that is NF

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    I used to be at 2.99/3.99
    then...............3.99/4.99
    now im at @ 4.99/5.99 best rates ever.I think i might stay there for a while.The better and more experience i got i raised my rates.
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    I started at 4.99/5.99.
    A month later, I raised it to 5.99/6.99 and now I'd like to try and raise my exclusive to 7.99 but I'm still chickening out. I'll get there, though!



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    Quote Originally Posted by dezzysong View Post
    Thanks everyone for your replies! I'm thinking about starting at $2.49 / $3.49. I've ordered a logitech c920 but I don't really know what kind of lighting to get, I'm still looking into that.

    EDIT: Lily - yeah he texted me this morning too, he seems like a real creep...
    OMG, I'd find a way to block him fast and never respond to him again. Very creepy.

    You don't have to start out with fancy lighting. A few cheap gooseneck lamps from a discount store and some Reveal or pink light bulbs and you're good to go. Google three point lighting or search this board for lighting tips. You'll figure out what makes you look best. Also be sure to reset and adjust your webcam settings every time before you cam to look your best.


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    This is great advice for future web cammers. We are a web cam company that offers straight up front pay scale for all our models. We do pay on a different level than most. We pay our models hourly guaranteeing them flat rates so they are still earning an income whether their chatting or not. models.secretfriends.com

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    spamming the boards doesn't create a great first impression

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    I would suggest starting on Streammate- it was my first site and throwing yourself on a public site where cum shows are allowed like chaturbate and my free cams- For lighting buy at least 2 lights i put one behind my camera and one hung near me because I have huge rooms and the regular lighting is just not enough. Very smart buying the logitech- I would also agree and say start at 4.99/6.99 thats where I am now and I wish I started w/ this I started w/ 2.49 as well and to be honest no one complains about my prices so I should of just started w/ these! Good luck and welcome =)

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    Wow, thanks for the great advice everyone about the rates and lighting tips, this is exactly what I needed . Currently I'm checking out ebay for some cheaper lighting set ups.

    Yes my avatar is me, I guess I set my rates low because of my nose. I was told that I could absolutely never do any modeling because of that nose! Cam sites seem to be a very different spectrum of girls so I'm hoping to blend in, lol. And $4.99/6.99 does sound a whole lot better! Streamate takes 65% right? So it's more like $3.44/4.45, but that's still more than what I thought I might get at first!

    I heard that AW only takes 30%. From what I've read, if I lived in the UK I would probably choose AW hands down. For US girls, do you find you make more on SM who takes a higher cut but has more traffic, or AW with possibly less traffic but less of a cut taken out?

    As far as this studio guy goes, I'm pretty sure I will have to call verizon and block his number. After learning how easy it is to set up on streamate, I can't imagine I was considering giving this guy a personal show as he requested to "audition"... ugh...

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    I have never used AW but i hear its great; SM is my main site w/ Chaturbate and recently MFC to my 3rd- I am hoping to make MFC my first site because the earning potential is quite insane once you get a good camscore but I would suggest to wait to go to MFC. Also if you don't have a twitter- Make one!!! promote and market yourself. And as for your nose DO not worry I am 100 percent italian and have a semi big nose and guys don't even notice it! as long as you have a great personality and some assets you will be golden =) I bought my lights @ home depot on sale- you can also check target; I would suggest the stand light w/ like 3-4 bulbs off of it those work awesome!

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    Thank you! I actually have never used twitter but I will try to get one of those up and running. Will that make me more likely to be found out by family/friends/etc, though? Or can twitter be private like facebook?

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    I don't think anything is really private anymore! I do feel the more exposure you put out, the chances of being found out are higher. With or without twatter, do take into consideration that you could be outted by anyone, anytime and anywhere. I guess it comes with the territory of being a camgirl... living life on the edge!
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    Thank you! I actually have never used twitter but I will try to get one of those up and running. Will that make me more likely to be found out by family/friends/etc, though? Or can twitter be private like facebook?
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    I hope it never comes to that, but if it ever did I believe most of my close family members would be fine after the initial shock, they know how much I am struggling to pay for 8-9 years of college by myself (and none of them are helping me -.-).

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    Dezzysong - This board and the information on it is picked up by google. If I were you I would delete that very personal information that you just posted.

    I do not reveal any of my real information anywhere at any time on any of these cam sites.

    This business is fantasy and I avoid giving stalkers any clue at all costs.


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