There seem to be some really unique and clever webisodes presented here, and elsewhere across the web. Just wondering how many of you do this to a.) make money, as in a production company that funds itself or funds its work via investors and crowdfunding or b.) create your webseries strictly to promote your work as an actor/director/writer, etc. hoping that some bigger entity like a studio or network will "discover" you? The reason I ask is because I'll soon be launching my own webseries and based on what I've seen there are few places to actually monetize your content in a serious way. Tons of webfests which are great but that COSTS money. Sure, youtube and vimeo if you get 5 mil+ hits, JTS. TV if they pick you up but not a guarantee, half a dozen or more "startup" distributors like Indieboogie. One of the most interesting I've seen is the total DIY approach such as LeftbrainTV.com which in essence means buy your own server, create your own subscription model and go from there. What do you guys think? Is there hope that we can have our cake and eat it too? Produce with utter freedom AND make a living doing that? Or is the webseries ultimately just a stepping stone to something else?
Your Stage : Is anyone actually making money from their webseries? by John Carstarphen
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I am launching Indie Broadcast Network in April 2015 and I am seeking web series submissions. I have several options for you to make money from them. My network will be on our website, all mobile devices and Roku! For more info email me at indiebroadcastnetwork@gmail.com put stage 32 in the subject line.
Kesha, I am in a Web Series " COOP" where we shoot once a month, the 4-5 episodes will be end April. 15. It is hilarious. and well received. I would like to audition for your Web Series. Sophia Mahmud.
Sophia Mahmud I'm seeking web series for my network I am not shooting one.
No, not yet anyway.
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We've just started producing a Web series entitled Bike Shop TV ( http://bikeshoptv.com ). The avowed purpose is to generate revenue from YouTube advertising. So far not a penny earned, but I'm hoping time and better marketing will help. A very important secondary goal is to build a production team that can go from concept to distribution. Then, we can take on new projects that pay better.
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Not yet... www.youtube.com/justusguyswebseries
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Thanks for the connection, Samuel
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