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2Apply to Be a ContributorClick the file type you're interested in to start reading the training manual. Once you're feeling confident about your abilities, you'll have to pass a quick quiz. |
3Submit Samples of Your WorkThe last step is the most important. Upload three samples of your work along with your application. These are the files we'll be using to evaluate your suitability as a contributor, so you'll want to send your very best work. |
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We're proud to offer some of the highest quality stock photos, illustrations and video files in the industry. Only your best work will do.
iStock.com started in April 2000 as a free stock photo exchange site. By 2001, we had the crazy idea to start selling our library of stock images for prices anyone could afford.
We pay contributors a base royalty rate of 15% for each file downloaded with credits. Exclusive contributors can earn up to 45%. Images downloaded by subscription are paid a flat royalty based on contributor exclusivity and the collection their file belongs to. Learn more about royalties.
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