DIY DAYS SF: The Art and Science of Crowdsourcing

// October 13th, 2008 // No Comments » // SF, vid

There is power in the crowd. When they rise up they can fund, create, distribute and promote. But how do you turn an audience into an active community where members become collaborators? Panelists: Slava Rubin (indieGoGo), Skot Leach (Lost Zombie), Jason Harris (Mekanism), Bryan Kennedy (Mobmov.org), Blair Erickson (Millions of Us) Discussion Leader: Lance Weiler

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DIY DAYS Boston – Show me the Money

// October 3rd, 2008 // No Comments » // boston, vid

As today’s global financial markets struggle, the U.S. presidential candidates are raising over $1,000,000 a day online in sub $1,000 contributions from individuals. In other industries, companies like Prosper, Kiva and Sellaband are eliminating the middlemen and democratizing fundraising as well. The secret is crowdfunding and fan participation. Through a direct connection (i.e. social networks, email, distribution outlets, blogs, house parties, twitter, chat) and a call to action, each case study is converting niche audiences into their fundraising and promotional base. “Show Me The Money” discusses the trends, the tools, and the companies pioneering DIWO (Do-It-With-Others) Funding and Filmmaking. From widgets to VIP perks, this presentation is for the independent artist interested in engaging their audience to raise money.