Kickstarter

Attend a FREE Games webinar! ??? Join?Kickstarter creator Simon Filice and Kickstarter’s Games Outreach Coordinator, Asia Prieto,?on Thursday, March 27 at 12 PM EDT for a live discussion on the skills, tips, and tricks you need to crowdfund a Micro Game! We’ll cover: ?? Why Game Creators love Kickstarter ?? The campaign process: From ideation to successful funding ?? Examples of successful Micro Game campaigns and more + Q&A with Simon and Asia! Free RSVP: https://lu.ma/dy481te3

The Creative Download is LIVE! ???? This is your go-to resource for understanding what's shaping creativity, innovation, and creative crowdfunding. Our latest edition of the Creative Download covers: ? What backers are funding–and what they’re searching for ? How creators are pushing boundaries in their categories ? Where crowdfunding is thriving worldwide ? The biggest categories on Kickstarter See the numbers, projects, and trends shaping creativity and crowdfunding. This is the report you can’t miss. Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gprbJ8uZ

We’re thrilled to welcome Taylor K. Shaw to #TeamKickstarter as our new Film Outreach Lead! ??? ?? Get to know Taylor, her career journey, and what she’s bringing to Kickstarter in her latest interview with Variety: https://lnkd.in/gadq3FMT

We're excited to celebrate Courtney Brown Warren, Kickstarter's Chief Marketing Officer, for being appointed 2025 Innovation Lions Jury President at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity! ?? ?? Alongside an all-star lineup of global leaders, Courtney will help benchmark excellence across the world’s best creative work, championing innovation, technology, and problem-solving ideas. Congratulations, Courtney! ?? Read more: https://lnkd.in/e_GSse3Y?

The latest edition of Kickstarter Creator News is here! Catch up on this month’s top highlights, including: ?? Secret Rewards & Featured Rewards ?? A new one-stop Creator Resource Hub ?? Kickstarter films making waves at SXSW ?? Top-funded RPG zines from Zine Quest Dive in and explore what’s new!

Welcome to the team, Asher! We're so excited to have you. Let the games begin! ?? ?? ??

Everette Taylor’s journey is one of leadership, resilience, and vision. As CEO of Kickstarter he’s not just guiding a platform—he’s creating opportunities for independent creators and breaking barriers in the process. I sat down with Everette for a conversation about leadership, the power of crowdfunding, and how Black entrepreneurs can leverage platforms like Kickstarter to bring their ideas to life. We talked about the challenges, the wins, and the responsibility of using our platforms to uplift others. Crowdfunding has been a huge part of my journey. I’ve used it to launch games, build communities, and support creators who deserve to have their voices heard. That’s why I believe so strongly in conversations like this—where we can share what we’ve learned and help others navigate their own paths. Grateful for the chance to connect and share insights with a leader who continues to inspire. Watch the full interview and let us know—what does leadership mean to you? #BlackHistoryMonth #Innovation #Leadership #Kickstarter

Yesterday we teased that we had something new coming to Kickstarter and that it was a “secret” ???? Well today I’m excited to announce that we’re unveiling two of our most highly requested features designed to give creators greater control over their reward strategy. Secret Rewards and Featured Rewards are now LIVE on Kickstarter ?? ?? Secret Rewards allow creators to offer hidden reward tiers with unique links—perfect for exclusive experiences and VIP backers. ?? Featured Rewards lets creators spotlight their most exciting and popular reward tiers, making them stand out front and center. Read more about this update in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/eeSZzbAg Oh wait… I have more good news =) - creator education is extremely important to us at Kickstarter and we want to give creators all the resources we can to ensure they are successful. We’re excited to introduce “Learning Lab,” our brand new video resource hub, created in partnership with crowdfunding experts and friends over at LaunchBoom ?? ?? With 8 modules and 26 lessons, this free video series is packed with expert advice and pro tips to guide you through every phase of the Kickstarter journey. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/emC5eqJv We’re excited to announce these updates but we have a lot more to come, stay tuned! ?

Secret and Featured Rewards are LIVE! ???? We always listen to creators and evolve our platform to better serve their needs. One of the most requested updates? More control over how rewards are presented and shared. ?? Secret Rewards allow creators to offer hidden reward tiers with unique links—perfect for exclusive experiences and VIP backers. ?? Featured Rewards let creators spotlight their most exciting and popular reward tiers so they stand out front and center. Read more about this update in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/gZQhXa4y

For creators, Kickstarter is more than just a crowdfunding platform — it's a space where engaged communities thrive. CEO Everette Taylor explains that Kickstarter isn’t like other social networks where algorithms decide who sees your work. Here, every backer gets notified when a new project launches, making it a hub for superfans eager to support niche products and creators. For those bringing ideas to life, that kind of direct connection isn’t just valuable — it’s a game-changer. #RapidResponse #Kickstarter #Entrepreneurship #Innovation This episode is brought to you in partnership with Stripe — empowering businesses around the world to make progress.