7 Comedian Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: November 1st, 2023

Start A Comedian Business

Are you ready to become a comedian?

A recent report has shown that social media is the go-to platform for showcasing comedy. Comedians are taking on social media platforms like Instagram to showcase pranks, sketches, and jokes.

Therefore, if you are ready to become a comedian, social media could be the right place to build your career.

To start, create a profile on all major social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, etc. to grow your following fast, ensure you upload content regularly.

Here are some real life success stories of starting a comedian business:

Learn more about starting a comedian business:

Where to start?

-> How much does it cost to start a comedian business?
-> Pros and cons of a comedian business

Need inspiration?

-> Examples of established comedian business
-> Comedian business Instagram bios

Other resources

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1. Punchline Conversion Copywriting ($144K/year)

Lianna Patch, founder of Punchline Copy, came up with the idea for her business while doing stand-up comedy open mics and attending improv and sketch classes in 2015. She was unhappy with her previous copywriting business and found a passion for writing funny copy after joining The Copywriter Mastermind. Through research and client demand, she discovered the benefits of humor in copywriting and started speaking, teaching, and writing funny copy.

How much they make: $144K/year
How much did it cost to start: $0
Current team size: 1

From Being 'Unemployable' To Starting My Own $144K/Year Business Writing Funny Copy

Punchline Copy founder, Lianna Patch, discusses how focusing on her strengths and specializing in funny copywriting helped her secure $25k+ months, and offers advice for entrepreneurs looking to start their own businesses.

About

Lianna started Punchline Conversion Copywriting about 16 years ago

Revenue

Lianna grew the business to $12K/month

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4. STEVE HARVEY

Steve Harvey is your destination for America’s favorite entertainer Steve Harvey, from his best selling books and top rated radio and TV shows to to his inspirational conferences and his global entertainment imprint. Be inspired by the people, places and stories told here. Laugh more, learn more, love more and live more.

Website traffic: 140K/month

5. The Second City

The world's premier comedy club, comedy theater, and school of improvisation. Live shows every night in Chicago, Toronto & Hollywood. Tickets on sale now.

Website traffic: 120K/month

6. ATG Tickets

Buy theatre tickets direct from the box office at over 40 theatres across the UK. Save on booking fees & find the best deals on plays, musicals, shows & tours.

Website traffic: 1.06M/month

7. Adam Waheed

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.