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Brand & Performance Marketing
Influencer Marketing
Partnering with creators to promote a brand to their audiences.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
Influencer marketing is partnering with creators to promote a brand to their audiences. Collaborations range from sponsored posts and videos to affiliate deals and long-term ambassadorships. It works because audiences often trust creators they follow, and it requires clear disclosure of paid relationships under advertising rules in many countries.