Creator Tax Calculator

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Your platforms

Select all that apply.

Where do you create content?

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Do you have a W-2 job in addition to creating?

Yes

No

Approximate annual W-2 income

$

Your income this quarter

Total content income this quarter (before platform fees)

$

Platform fees taken (usually 20%)

$

or

%

Check your platform dashboard for exact numbers.

Find your deductions

Check everything that applies. Enter your quarterly spend for each.

Equipment & Tech

Camera or phone for content

Full purchase price or quarterly portion of cost

$

Lighting (ring lights, studio lights)

Deductible if used for content creation

$

Tripods, mounts, stabilizers

$

Computer or tablet for editing

Business-use percentage if also personal

$

External drives / cloud storage

$

Software & Services

Editing software (Photoshop, Premiere, CapCut)

$

Website hosting & domain

$

Scheduling / management tools

$

VPN service

Business privacy tool — deductible

$

Space & Connectivity

Home studio / dedicated filming space

Simplified method: $5/sq ft, max 300 sq ft

sq ft

Internet service

Business-use percentage of monthly bill

$

Phone bill

Business-use percentage of monthly bill

$

Content & Appearance

Costumes, outfits, props (for content only)

Must be used exclusively for content creation, not personal wear

$

Hair, makeup, grooming (for content)

Content-specific sessions — not general personal care

$

Gym membership

Deductible if your physical appearance is integral to your content

⚠️One to document carefully. The gym membership deduction is real for content creators whose physical appearance is part of their business. But it gets extra attention from the IRS. Keep a log of workouts tied to your content schedule, and confirm this deduction with a CPA before claiming it.

$

Business Operations

Accountant or tax prep fees

Annual — use proportional quarterly amount

$

Legal fees

$

Collaboration fees paid to other creators

$

Business insurance

$

Filing status

Used for income tax bracket calculation.

How do you file?

Single

Married filing jointly

Married filing separately

Head of household

Do you have an LLC or other business entity?

Yes

No

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OwnMyWork is not a CPA firm or tax advisor. These estimates are for informational purposes only and may not reflect your actual tax liability. State taxes may apply and are not included in this estimate. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice specific to your situation.