What's the NAICS and SIC code for a content creator (youtuber or streamer)?
For a content creator (youtuber or streamer), use NAICS 516210 (Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers) in the US and SIC 59112 (Video production activities) in the UK.
United States, NAICS 2022
516210 Media Streaming Distribution Services, Social Networks, and Other Media Networks and Content Providers
Census lists "Broadcasting exclusively on Internet, video" and Internet video broadcast sites under this code.
SBA small business limit: $47 million average annual receipts.
United Kingdom, SIC 2007
59112 Video production activities
ONS indexes "Video producer (own account)" under video production activities.
Use this code when you register with Companies House or file your confirmation statement.
When a different code fits better
These are the codes most often confused with the main answer. Pick by the activity that earns most of your revenue.
| Code | Title | Use it if |
|---|---|---|
| NAICS 711510 | Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers | you mainly perform, write or create as an independent artist and others publish your work |
| NAICS 512110 | Motion Picture and Video Production | you mainly make videos for clients rather than for your own channel |
| SIC 90030 | Artistic creation | you are mainly a performer, writer or artist |
| SIC 73110 | Advertising agencies | most of your income is paid brand promotion and advertising |
Good to know
Pick the code for where most of your income comes from: your own videos and channel income, client video work, or paid promotion.
You can list more than one code. Companies House accepts up to four SIC codes, and SAM.gov lets you add several NAICS codes, with one marked as primary.
What the code affects
- SBA programs and federal contracts: your NAICS code sets the size limit you must stay under to count as small. Check your size.
- SAM.gov registration: contracting officers search by NAICS, so list every code you can deliver work under.
- Companies House: your SIC code appears on the public register and in your confirmation statement.
Related business types
Codes checked against the US Census 2022 NAICS index and the ONS UK SIC 2007 index. Information only; confirm with the agency you file with.