I was introduced to an interesting new website recently called Howcast. The website is similar to YouTube and other online video sites in that the content is uploaded by a community of users, however the twist is that Howcast specializes in “How-To” videos. They want people to upload all sorts of videos instructing people how to do different things and they also have some funny videos like “How To Compete With Your Boyfriend’s Video Games” if you’re interested in something more entertaining.
Howcast has a program for filmmakers called “Howcast Emerging Filmmakers Program” where you can basically look for assignments to shoot, edit and upload. If you’re lucky and your video gets a lot of views, they’ll share the revenue from the advertising with you. I haven’t had much time to look into this program in much depth, but if you’re a starving artist it might not be such a bad way to get some cash and have some opportunities to work on your reel.
There are several other similar sites, but my favorite is MonkeySee.com. They have thousands of how to videos, and like Howcast, have their own Filmmaker Program: http://www.monkeysee.com/filmmaker/become
Left by Matt on November 10th, 2008
Thanks for the mention! I manage the Howcast Emerging Filmmakers Program and I’m so happy to say we’ve been getting such fresh, creative video submissions from student filmmakers.
Left by Heather Menicucci on November 10th, 2008
I’ve been digging your blog. Thanks for the resource.
This might be of interest for filmmakers as well: the city of LA just announced a video contest where you can win $1000 and a weekend package. Details below.
http://discoverlosangeles.com/thats-so-la/
Left by Dave on January 23rd, 2009