11:00 am
Sat Mar 21

CANCELLED - When Busking Meets Social Media (OFFICIAL)

Hilton Austin Downtown
500 E. 4th Street, Austin, TX, 78701
0.18km SW

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Speakers

Amanda Bankston

MVP Vibe, LLC

Social Media has become a major channel for people to interact around the world. People use social media for a wide variety of reasons from networking, sharing photos, to connecting with friends. Busking has been around for centuries as a way for artist to get exposure and earn tips. The problem for Independent musical artist and poets is that they are trying to get exposure and earn money in a digital era. This presentation will discuss how the concept of a street performer is being introduced to the digital world. Musical Artists and Poets will learn how they can monetize their efforts by using the evolution of digital busking to help fund their dreams.

Primary Entry: Music Badge, Platinum Badge, Film Badge, Interactive Badge

Format: Focus15

Event Type: Session

Track: Creating & Monetizing Music

Level: Beginner