Stock Video Business

Stock Video Business Success Stories [2025]

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Updated: April 15th, 2025

Stock video is pre-filmed footage that can be purchased and used in various projects and films. Like stock photos, copyrighted stock videos cannot be used without permission and licensing from the rightful owner.

Businesses and filmmakers use licensed stock footage as they save money and hours, they would need to create original footage. Starting a stock video suitable for use in commercials and entertainment can be a great venture.

In this list, you'll find real-world stock video business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a stock video business that makes money.

1. VideoPlasty ($120K/year)

Eduard Stinga, the founder of VideoPlasty, came up with the idea for his business after realizing that many people wanted to make animations but couldn't afford the services of his explainer animation studio. He decided to create a platform where people could buy pre-made stock animation elements and GIF images that were affordable and easy to use. Since launching, VideoPlasty has had over 600,000 visitors and achieved a revenue milestone of over $100k in 2020.

How much money it makes: $120K/year
How much did it cost to start: $50K
How many people on the team: 5

I Built A $120K/Year Stock Animation And GIF Images Side Hustle

VideoPlasty, an affordable and easy-to-use platform for buying pre-made stock animation elements and GIF images, has attracted over 600,000 visitors since its launch, with over $100k in revenue in 2020 alone, thanks to free organic traffic from YouTube tutorials and optimized SEO.

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