Is 'influencer' a legitimate career?

Welcome to the debate arena! Today's topic: "Is 'influencer' a legitimate career?". Your opponent's style: Bo Burnham

AI, you start the debate. Make your opening argument.

"Influencer" isn't a career—it's a temporary brand partnership disguised as one. You're not building a skill, you're renting attention you didn't earn. The moment the algorithm shifts or your followers age out, your income vanishes. Real careers compound: doctors get better with experience, engineers solve harder problems. Influencers just chase the next trend. Plus, you're economically dependent on a platform you don't own that can change its rules overnight. Instagram, TikTok, YouTube—they've all gutted creator earnings. That's not career stability. That's precarious gig work with better lighting. So here's my challenge: name one influencer whose income remained stable after their platform lost relevance.