5 Ways to Make Money From Cosplaying. Here's How!

Have you ever thought about how to make money from cosplay as a hobby?

Well, we found ways that you can use to get extra money from your cosplay fun activities. For cosplayers who already have names, it's certainly easier, but for those who are new to the business or are still just filling their time, it's definitely difficult.

No matter how difficult it is, depending on how hard you intend to try, these ways will help you make it happen. So, make sure first that you are ready to commit and of course spare your time to do it.

1. Manufacture Things

From the simplest things, have you ever sewn or often have ideas to make unique things from the things around you? Your activities can actually help you earn money from your hobby as a cosplayer!

Start making costume designs or other supporting tools that are commonly needed by cosplayers, which you also often need when demonstrating a costume. Do you know how much it costs for a cosplayer to buy or rent a finished costume?

Take it slowly, start making one and keep practicing with the orders you receive. It should be noted that the income will depend on whether or not there are many cosplay activities in your area or those within your reach. After all, this job requires a lot of time and a decent stock of ideas. Make sure this activity doesn't take up time or burden your daily life either.

2. Social Network Advantage

Professional cosplayers will still rely on the strength of their social network to reach an audience, as a way to make more money. Building a social network is not easy; since it takes effort and of course extra time to reach audience who are willing to spend money for your contents!

To make it easier, in the early stages, use the following examples of social networks:

- Patreons; one of the most popular platforms for cosplayers that provides subscription services where fans can pay a monthly fee in exchange for cosplay contents.

- IG/Facebook; having a large following on IG and Facebook won't make money instantly, but it can open a lot of opportunities for you! For example in advertising your cosplay creation, taking part in a paid sponsorships, paid share-for-share posts, and more.

- Twitch; combining cosplay and video games as your two passions will be a great way to earn some money. You can cosplay while streaming yourself playing a popular game.

3. YouTube Promotion

In contrast to social media networks, YouTube is a leading platform for video formats that are believed to be future content and favorites for a number of cosplayers. The more views and subscribers, the more you get not only from ad revenue but the potential from the audience.

4. Participating in Cosplay Events

The form of participation can vary from being an invited participant at an event or being a participant. As an event guest, you will receive money to cover transportation costs and guaranteed accommodation. The bigger your name in the cosplay world, the bigger the weight of the event you participate in with the prospect of bigger money.

5. Sell Printed Version

The last step and perhaps the most persistent effort is to print photos of your work and sell them to the fans or people who wants them. For example in the form of a calendar with your cosplay photos.

So, here you go the 5 methods that you can use or maximize to make extra money from your hobby as a cosplayer! Have another idea or method? Let's share here :)