exposure bucks

== English == === Noun === exposure bucks pl (plural only) Exposure (publicity or visibility) as a form of payment for creative work, typically when no actual money is provided. ==== Usage notes ==== This term is typically used among freelancers, artists, and creatives; used sarcastically or critically to complain that visibility is not a viable substitute for real money. === Further reading === 2019 May 27. Spedding, Amanda J. "Exposing ‘Exposure Bucks’ (Hint: It’s not a real thing)" 2025 July 30. Ching, Andrew T.; Goetz, Daniel. "Are Exposure Bucks Worth It? Evidence from Instagram". Social Science Research Network (SSRN).