What is it Like to Be a Cam Girl?

The internet has changed the way we consume goods and services, and this applies to the sex trade just as much as anything else. Something else has changed too in the past few decades – specifically, people’s attitudes towards the sex trade, online and otherwise. Instead of the occupation being a last resort or something that’s avoided as a topic of conversation, many sex workers say that they love their jobs, and want to stay in the field as long as possible.

Of course, there’s are some obvious differences between in-person and online sex work. You definitely hear a lot more about online sex workers, especially with the proliferation of sex cam sites like NudeLive. In fact, a lot of sex workers are trying to change the stigma that’s surrounded their profession for centuries. This is especially true for cam girls, also known as webcam models. While the work they do has been compared to full-service sex work, they like to point out that their live sex interactions are 100% digital. They’re still in the sex industry, but it’s a whole different dynamic from what it has been historically.

First of all, the majority of cam girls are happy with their jobs.

Many people have this image in their mind of women who were forced to do webcam modeling because the rent was due and they just couldn’t find a well-paying job elsewhere. As it happens, that’s almost always incorrect. Cam girls love that they can set their own hours, dictate their own rates, and feel pride in their craft as they develop their skills.

In fact, some women actually switch to webcamming from related occupations, like phone sex or exotic dancing. Is it too far-fetched to say that in some cases, they’re pursuing their passion? It would seem not. Provided they’ve partnered with the right sex cam site, many cam girls feel like they enjoy a position of privilege thanks to the amount of control they have over their careers. Instead of just working at a job, they make the job work for them.

That being said, not every cam girl is fulfilling a life-long passion by pursuing webcam modeling. For many, it’s a simple calculation in which the money comes out on top. That’s not to say that they don’t still enjoy the work, but there are certain considerations to keep in mind. For one thing, plenty of people still don’t approve of webcam modeling as a valid form of employment – and that could include family members or future employers. The fear of being recognized is frequently mentioned by people who considered webcam modeling, but ultimately decided against it. However, it’s pretty clear that this isn’t an issue for millions of women worldwide.

Cam girls aren’t waiting for an admirer to come along and rescue them.

If they liked their jobs, why would they? This assumption comes from the idea that cam girls feel degraded by their work, but if this isn’t the case, then what do they need to be rescued from? Making a lot of money?

In a way, it’s understandable that a frequent viewer would end up imagining that he could have a chance with his favorite cam girl. Most people associate sex with an emotional bond, and if you can’t separate the two things in your head, it’s easy to see how the lines can get blurred. Plus, humans are opportunistic beings. If a guy sees a hot girl regularly, even if it’s a hot girl he’s paying for cam shows, it’s easy to see how he could start wishing for something more. Unfortunately for him, the best offer he can make is “you wouldn’t have to do this if you were my girlfriend” …and that just earns him a spot on the “clients who want to date me” list.

Cam girls sometimes decide to specialize as a business move.

If a cam girl enjoys what she does for work, that must mean that she’s naturally inclined to it in real life, right? Not necessarily. A certain level of general sexual skill is needed in order to be good at the job, but some webcam models establish themselves in sexual niches because they know it’ll be a moneymaker, not because they’re personally inclined to do so.

These models are actually invaluable for their viewers, because of the kinds of people who make up the viewership. Sure, there are lots of people who know what they like, but in many cases these viewers are still exploring their sexual preferences, and may want to find out what a certain kink is all about. So, not only is this type of specialization a good business decision, but it’s a great way for their viewers to discover new aspects of their sexuality.

Cam girls set their own rules, so they don’t feel pressured by requests.

One of the dangers of sex work is that some clients will try to cross personal boundaries in an attempt to satisfy their own desires. With webcam modeling, though, the cam girl is totally in control of her environment. She will have already established the ground rules for herself, and it’s common for her to specify what she will and won’t do to her viewers as well. If someone starts pressuring her to go further than she’s comfortable with, it’s not a big deal; at worst, it’s little more than an annoyance.

How does this compare to your idea of cam girls?

Between one thing and another, it isn’t that common to hear about what cam girls experience on the job. Most cam sites will include a little information about their models, something like “oh yes, they absolutely love what they do!”, and it’s understandable to wonder if that’s just good PR. Well, it turns out that this is actually true in most cases. The public perception of cam girls has changed considerably in the last few years; hopefully your perspective is now a little different too!