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Getting Started

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Getting Started
  • About Pond5
  • Become a Pond5 Artist
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    • 3D Models
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  • Uploading Your Files
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  • The Pond5 Referral Program
  • Pond5 Exclusive Video Artist Program

Getting Started

Let us guide you through the very beginnings!

 
Creatives around the world are looking for unique media to tell their stories. Pond5 will help you reach them. In Getting Started section, find step-by-step instructions on preparing and uploading files, pricing your media appropriately, getting paid, and much more.

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