Have you seen OK Go’s latest video [One Moment] that’s shot in 4.2 seconds and put in slow motion? It’s such a visual delight and have been viewed millions of times since it was posted. You might wonder, how does OK Go do it? While the actual video production is complicated, the money isn’t. For this […]
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5 Music Networking Efforts That Could Backfire
They say that it’s not WHAT you know but WHO you know that matters the most. As much as we want to believe otherwise, it’s partly true. Talent is cheaper than table salt save for some prodigies and geniuses, so what’s important is what you do with your talent and who you know. Talent alone […]
15 Ways Struggling Musicians Can Earn More Without Working Like a Cow
Who says you’re meant to be broke and insecure because you’re pursuing music? Well…almost everybody. That’s why you have to prove them wrong. There are hacks on how you can earn a good income while you’re still making it in music. Here are some of the tried and tested ways you can add more digits […]
Onboarding Kits: Awesome Welcome Packages for Your New Recruits
Some call it onboarding kits while others call it introduction boxes, but whatever you call it, it’s definitely a kick-ass way to welcome your new employees, recruits, or students. Give them a warm welcome by putting a guide and some necessary items like custom post-its, USB flash drives, company shirt, bags, and more in your onboarding […]
5 creative ways Unified can help you market yourself better
When marketing yourself and your products, it’s very important that you don’t forget traditional marketing materials like printed posters and business cards. Although it may seem like they’re a total waste of money, they remain one of the most effective ways for marketing yourself and your brand. Here are some ways we can help you market […]
8 Awful Ways Artists Deal With the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Rejection Letters
Sending applications, even just the simplest non-life-altering ones, can be addictive. It gives us an illusion that our dreams are just within our reach, and can be achieved in just a few clicks. For every application we send out, we plant a seed of hope in our hearts and we cannot wait to start reading […]
7 Film Distribution Hacks That Will Increase Your Distribution Success
#1 Define your goal The first question I’d ask of yourself is what is your goal in distribution? Is it to make money? Is it to get accolades? Is it to get the film the widest possible audience? These things occasionally coincide, but I wouldn’t expect it. I’d also think about who your audience is. Is it […]
Tips on Selling More Merch From Musicians Who Always Sell A Lot During Gigs
It’s not enough that you have catchy designs for your merch, you have to know how to sell them! Here are some tips on how you can maximize gigs to boost your merch sales from artists who are selling merch like hot cakes: #1 Get Merch Sellers You see tweets and Facebook posts from touring bands […]
How to Make it as an Indie Musician in 2016 and Beyond
You might complain that it’s so hard being a musician today but the opposite is true. It’s actually much easier than the previous decades. For instance, if you want to learn how to play the guitar, you can simply go to Youtube or hire an online music tutor instead of ordering Learn Guitar on VCR. […]
Minimalist CD Box Sets that Look so Divine
Box Sets don’t have to be over-the-top and bulky to catch people’s attention. In fact, they can be very pleasing to the eyes if they just have a simple design. But remember: Simple, not simpler. Here are some of the most refreshing Box set designs. ECM CD Box Set ECM released six CDs, which is seven-hour-long, […]