Papa Jake
Stories from a WW2 Vet 🇺🇸 📫💌 3559 Mt Diablo Blvd #200 Lafayette CA 94549
1.2M
Followers
1
Following
11.4M
Total Hearts
229
Videos
49.8K
Avg Hearts/Video
19.4%
Engagement Rate
5.7y
Account Age
17.5K
Followers/Month
166.2K
Hearts/Month
3.3
Videos/Month
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This account ranks 643 out of 1349 creators and holds 1.2M followers, making it a mid-tier name with a follower count that is 1.1 times the median. Growth is steady as the profile adds roughly 17.5K followers each month over its 5.7 year lifespan. The reach verdict shows that the average of 1.1M views per video is in line with what an account of this size should expect. However, the 17.44% like rate far exceeds the 4.93% median, indicating that the audience is highly engaged with the content they see. The rest of this report provides a deeper look into specific engagement trends and content performance.
Account Classification
| Account Size | Macro (1M+) |
| Account Age | 2020-06-06 |
| Verification | No |
| Language | EN |
| Follower Ratio | 1.2M:1 |
Data Summary
| Videos Analyzed | 37 |
| Avg Plays per Video | 1,089,781 |
| Avg Likes per Video | 190,039 |
| Engagement Rate | 19.4% |
Engagement Analysis
Based on 37 videos
This audience approves of content at a rate far higher than the average user. The 17.44% like rate ranks 29 out of 1349 creators. Shares are the most frequent action, followed by saves and then comments. These behaviors result in 11.7K shares, 11.3K saves, and 9.7K comments per video. The high share and save rates indicate strong advocacy and intent to return to the content as a reference. Because these numbers outpace the comment rate, brands should expect high-velocity word of mouth rather than deep community discussion. Reach is inconsistent. Only three videos hit the 2x average mark while one reached the 5x threshold. A coefficient of variation of 3.02 confirms that reach fluctuates well between posts. This audience is an active one.
1.1M
Avg Plays/Video
190.0K
Avg Likes/Video
9.7K
Avg Comments/Video
11.7K
Avg Shares/Video
Engagement Quality Analysis
These use the median rather than the average, so one freak viral video cannot inflate them. They show the level a typical post on this account actually reaches.
1.4M
Median Plays
180.3K
Median Likes
4.2M
75th Percentile
19.6M
Top Video
176.16
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Total Engagement (Sample)
The combined likes, comments, shares and saves across only the recent videos we analysed, not the account's lifetime.
40,321,900
Total Plays
7,031,448
Total Likes
358,469
Total Comments
431,618
Total Shares
417,831
Total Saves
Engagement Ratios
Each action as a share of views. Likes-to-views is how often a viewer taps like; saves-to-views is how often they bookmark a video to return to; shares spread it to others. Higher saves and shares signal content people find worth keeping or passing on, not just watching.
17.44%
Likes / Views
0.89%
Comments / Views
1.07%
Shares / Views
1.04%
Saves / Views
The like rate of 17.44% is much higher than the other actions. This shows that viewers are far more likely to like the content than they are to comment, share, or save it.
Viral Hit Rate
How often a video beats this account's own average views. The 2x figure is the share of videos that did at least twice the norm, the 5x figure at least five times. A higher rate means breakout hits happen more often rather than reach depending on rare spikes.
8.10%
2x Avg (3 of 37)
0%
5x Avg (1 of 37)
Consistency Score
How steady the view count is from video to video, shown as a grade and a CV number. A lower CV and a better grade mean predictable reach on every post; a high CV means the views swing widely between hits and flops.
D
CV: 3.02
Lower CV = more consistent performance
Estimated Earnings
Revenue estimates based on follower count and average video performance
Sponsorship deals drive the primary revenue stream for this account. With 1.2 million followers, the creator can command a brand fee between $800 and $12,000 per post. This income stems from the high value of a loyal audience rather than the Creator Fund. The fund pays only pennies per thousand views, while sponsorship rates scale directly with the total follower count. The rank of 643 out of 1349 places this creator in a middle position where they are not yet a premium top-tier name but still hold influence over their audience. Because they sit above the median, they command more than a basic entry fee but do not yet have the leverage to demand extreme premiums. A buyer should treat the $800 to $12,000 range as a ceiling for negotiation rather than a fixed salary. The high like rate of 17.44 percent suggests an engaged community that justifies a higher position within that price bracket. A cost-per-view check helps determine if a quote is paying for reach or the creator's specific influence. Dividing the top end of the sponsorship band by the average of 1.1 million views results in a cost of about $0.01 per view. This metric allows a buyer to see if a high quote is justified by volume or by the brand equity of the name. These are modelled estimates from public metrics, not disclosed earnings.
Creator Fund (Est. Monthly)
Based on avg 1.1M views/video
$72 – $144
$0.02 - $0.04 per 1,000 views
Sponsorship Value (Est. Per Post)
Based on 1.2M followers (Macro (1M+))
$6,000 – $14,400
Industry rate for macro (1m+) creators
Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 37 videos
This feed thrives in the 60 to 180 second range where most posts live. Build your videos toward this longer duration to match the content style that captures the core audience. Most clips use trending sounds rather than original audio, a choice that prioritizes broad reach over unique sonic branding. Captions average 283 characters, providing deep context for every post instead of simple hooks. Opening duet and stitch options on most videos invites other creators to remix the footage. The standout clip ran 52 seconds and pulled 19.6 million views, which is about 18 times the typical reach. It earned over 4 million likes against 86.1k comments, meaning it won through passive watching rather than active debate. Average views of 1.1 million mark this as a high-volume account with an established presence. Consistency in these long-form structures is the primary path to maintaining such a large reach.
Video Duration Breakdown
How the account's recent videos split across length bands. It shows the format the creator leans on, from very short clips to long-form.
1m 24s
Average Duration
The account favors videos between 60 and 180 seconds because they make up over 60% of the content. This category represents the most frequent video length used by the creator.
Original Sound Usage
Percentage of videos using the creator's own audio
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 37 videos
This creator follows a sparse high-production cadence because their follower rank is high despite posting well below the field median. This pace has remained consistent for nearly five years. While they are an established figure with a large audience, the wide gaps between posts and erratic consistency grade mean content drops are unpredictable. New videos typically land on Monday or Friday, often around 21:00 UTC. Wednesday is the quietest day for new uploads. Marketers should expect sporadic drops rather than a dependable drumbeat of content. You should aim to time any tie-in around the specific Monday or Friday windows when they do choose to post.
Posting Frequency
How often the account posts, against the typical tracked creator. It tells you whether to expect a steady stream or occasional drops.
| Videos per Week | 0.2 |
| Avg Gap Between Posts | 1134.6h |
| Data Range | 1701 days |
Most Active Days
Which days of the week new videos most often appear. These are upload times, when fresh content lands, not necessarily when the audience is watching.
Posting Hours (UTC)
A heatmap of the hours (UTC) when this account publishes. Darker or taller blocks are the busier posting windows. Read it as the creator's release schedule, not their audience's active hours.
How to read these charts
A heatmap of the hours (UTC) when this account publishes. Darker or taller blocks are the busier posting windows. Read it as the creator's release schedule, not their audience's active hours.
This account posts most on Friday and Monday with the busiest hour at 21:00 UTC. The volume of content is low since it averages only 0.2 posts per week.
Top Videos
Top 10 by play count
31.6M
Combined Plays (Top 5)
5.7M
Combined Likes (Top 5)
6.3M
Avg Plays per Top Video
Pinned Videos
Videos pinned to the top of @storytimewithpapajake's profile page
What amazing technology to be able to see her again ❤️ #papajake #deepnostalgia #lovestory #ww2history #veteran
Posted Apr 16, 2021
19.6M
Views
4.0M
Likes
86.1K
Comments
234.4K
Shares
223.5K
Saves
I would like to share the positive experience I have had using @TikTok Sometimes stories like mine can get overlooked, if you have the chance, please give it a listen and share. ❤️ #tiktok #veteran
Posted Mar 13, 2024
4.5M
Views
643.7K
Likes
44.8K
Comments
45.5K
Shares
50.1K
Saves
WOW! My first trip to Disneyland had me feeling like a kid again. ✨ Thank you to Ken Potrock, the @Anaheim Ducks , and every Cast Member that made me feel welcomed! ❤️ And a special thank you to Philander and Madison for taking my family and I around for the day. You both are apart of my family now!
Posted Nov 25, 2024
263.1K
Views
36.7K
Likes
1.8K
Comments
1.9K
Shares
1.9K
Saves
My message to save @TikTok This 102 year old WW2 veteran is not giving up ❤️ #TikTok #veteransoftiktok #savetiktok @Rep. Ro Khanna @Senator Ed Markey @Robert Garcia @President Donald J Trump @tiktok creators @TikTok for Good
4.2M
Views
558.7K
Likes
43.3K
Comments
55.9K
Shares
44.7K
Saves
HOLY SMOKES! What a way to go out on @TikTok 🤯 I am thankful for each and every one of you. Thank you for helping this little old man reach 1 million followers ❤️ @UnderTheDeskNews #TikTok
1.9M
Views
327.5K
Likes
36.0K
Comments
21.2K
Shares
18.3K
Saves
I make 102 look good 😎🎈🥳#creatorsearchinsights #birthdayboy #102yearsyoung #grandparentsoftiktok #veteran #veteransoftiktok #birthday #birthdaysurprise
1.4M
Views
160.7K
Likes
27.8K
Comments
3.1K
Shares
6.4K
Saves
It’s with a heavy heart that I have to make this announcement. Our beloved Papa Jake has passed away on July 17th at 102 years young. Please know, he went peacefully and was even cracking jokes til the very end. At this time the family and I ask for some privacy as we process this loss. I am s
1.3M
Views
152.1K
Likes
22.0K
Comments
7.3K
Shares
9.5K
Saves
Thank you @TikTok for giving this 102 year old Papa a platform for the past 5 years. I am so thankful to share the stories of my life on here and create a family of followers. I am truly blessed for all the opportunities that were made possible because of TikTok, and the wonderful followers I have c
1.0M
Views
200.0K
Likes
21.5K
Comments
15.5K
Shares
13.6K
Saves
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Most Common Words
The words that show up most in this account's captions, with stopwords and hashtags removed. They sketch the verbal tone and recurring themes.
Top Sounds
The sounds this account uses most. A feed dominated by one original sound points to self-produced audio; a spread of trending tracks points to a creator riding sound trends for reach.
Key Insights & Takeaways
Audience & Reach
The account sits just above the median follower count with a 1.1x multiple compared to typical creators in the set. This positioning means a single campaign can reach an audience larger than average but lacks the top-of-field rank required for broadcast-scale distribution. Engagement levels are high, as the like rate is over three times the median of 4.93%. A higher-than-average like response suggests that brand messaging will land with more impact per viewer compared to standard accounts. Location data is not available for this account. This lack of regional data means a buyer must assume the audience is distributed across various markets without specific geographic guarantees. The high engagement and steady follower base make this creator fit for the toys category because the interaction rate suggests content that captures attention effectively.
Key Takeaways
Strengths
- + Strong engagement rate above platform average
- + Established follower base of 1,200,000
- + Consistent growth at 17.5K followers/month
- + Active posting schedule (0.2 videos/week)
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic targeting for regional audiences
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with similar creators
Summary
This analysis of @storytimewithpapajake reveals a macro (1m+) TikTok presence with 1,200,000 followers. The account demonstrates an engagement rate of 19.4%, averaging 1.1M plays per video across 37 analyzed videos. Key strengths include 11.4M total hearts, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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Start SearchingAbout This Analysis: This analysis is based on a snapshot of @storytimewithpapajake's TikTok profile and recent videos. It evaluates content strategy, engagement patterns, and posting behavior. Metrics are based on 37 analyzed videos.
Data collected and analyzed by TKMetrics | Analysis date: Jul 1, 2026