Why more brands are rethinking influencer marketing with gamified micro-creator programs

Urban Outfitters last week rolled out ME@UO, its latest bet on micro-creators, joining brands like American Eagle, Express, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Sephora that are reworking affiliate marketing into always-on, gamified creator programs. These creator programs reward smaller creators for consistent content, signalling a shift in how brands engage and scale influencer marketing. “It reflects a broa