Join the Lodi Locals Creator Program

Love creating content and sharing Lodi’s story? Join Visit Lodi’s creator program and earn $200/month for capturing local life — from vineyards to events, coffee shops to sunsets.

We’re inviting small creators, photographers, and video storytellers based in or near Lodi, CA to collaborate with Visit Lodi. You don’t need a huge following — we value creativity, authenticity, and your local lens.

What You’ll Deliver Each Month

  • 20 photos or short b-roll clips
  • 2 edited short-form videos (30-60s each, voiceover preferred)

Compensation & Perks

  • $200/month stipend
  • Flexible creative direction
  • Build your portfolio with real brand work
  • Get tagged, reposted, and occasionally hosted by Visit Lodi
  • Chance to be featured in future campaigns

Content Themes We Love

  • Winery experiences & vineyard life
  • Lodi’s natural beauty and golden hour shots
  • Seasonal events and moments
  • Dining, coffee, and nightlife
  • Family-friendly fun and culture

How We Use Your Content

You’ll provide:

  • Raw photo/video files
  • Final exported video edits

We may repost, edit, or boost your content across Visit Lodi’s website, social media, emails, and ads (with credit when feasible). You retain ownership and grant Visit Lodi a non-exclusive license for marketing use.

Deliverables & Usage

Provide raw files and exported videos. Visit Lodi may edit, repurpose, and repost across owned channels with credit when feasible. Creators retain ownership and grant Visit Lodi a non‑exclusive license for web, email, organic social, and paid boosts related to destination marketing.

FAQs

Do I need a big following?

Nope. Style, storytelling, and local pride matter more.

Do I have to live in Lodi?

You should live nearby or visit often enough to create content monthly.

How do I get paid?

Monthly via check or ACH, after we receive your deliverables.

Can I post the content too?

Yes! Tag us at @visitlodi — we love resharing.

Will I get free experiences or perks?

Sometimes! We’ll let you know when opportunities are available through Visit Lodi and local partners.

Apply now: Applications are currently closed.

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