In a study from the International Labour Organization, approximately 53 percent of Filipinos are informal workers, who are not covered by labor laws.

As such, it’s vital to ensure that they have access to viable livelihood opportunities that can allow them to have a steady income and access to social protections.

That is why app-based motorcycle taxi company MOVE IT introduced the Advertiser Vests Program – an industry-first alternative income stream allowing rider-partners to earn more money from advertising campaign materials on their safety vests.

This program supplements existing earning opportunities provided to MOVE IT rider-partners, such as in-app bookings and post-service tipping.

“MOVE IT is deeply committed to creating a better life for our rider-partners and their families, and key to that is ensuring that our rider-partners earn a decent and viable living from our platform," said MOVE IT general manager Wayne Jacinto.

"By providing them access to various income opportunities, we are optimistic that they can earn more, and succeed in their pursuits," he added. "As we offer to commuters a motorcycle-hailing service that is safe, honest, and affordable, we also remain determined to help our rider-partners and their families achieve financial security and stability."

As MOVE IT offers this mobile ad channel to brand partners, it is also taking charge of the production, management, and deployment of the vest ads.

Select rider-partners will be issued with the campaign materials for hassle-free onboarding. Earnings of rider-partners will vary depending on the period of the ad campaign.

Helping riders out

The motorcycle taxi company also has its own incentives system that financially rewards rider-partners based on several factors, which include passenger rating and total bookings accomplished.

In addition, MOVE IT implements low commission rates, allowing its rider-partners to take home more money. Furthermore, the post-service tipping mechanism on the app gives riders additional earnings from satisfied passengers.

In any event that a MOVE IT rider-partner meets an untoward incident on the road, he or she can make claims for benefits and financial assistance as they are equipped with insurance packages.

It's not a bad deal if you're a motorcycle rider looking for a side hustle.

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