Nano: Under 5K followers on Instagram
Everyday people with a small, generally more friend-based following. They can be used to create buzz within a very targeted audience. Think of Nano as synonymous with the original word-of-mouth approach for spreading information.
Micro: 100K-500K followers on Instagram
These people are influencers with a smaller but dedicated following, covering a niche market. Their content is generally more authentic because they have a closer relationship with their audience. They can be more easily paired with a performance-based payment model to drive true accountability and measurable results at scale.
Macro: 100K-500K followers on Instagram
A hybrid between the traits of micro and mega influencers. A general trend is that these influencers are more likely to work for a flat-flee. The quality of content takes a big leap compared to Micro, but the engagement rate also decreases compared to Micro.
Mega: 500K-5 Million followers on Instagram
Megas specialize in driving high-impact awareness with a very broad reach – not good for niche markets. Mega influencers cost more, but the quality of their content is close to that of a creative agency. You can also be more prescriptive with the types of content they produce. These influencers almost always work on a flat-fee model and generally have talent agencies that they work with.
Celebrity: 5 Million+
You know, famous people. Think Kim Kardashian, Lebron James, or Cristiano Ronaldo. These are people who are famous for one thing but also have a committed and passionate online following across many channels.