Maybe you’ve just finished building your page on Patreon, have been here awhile or are just getting started. Whatever stage of the Patreon journey you’re on, you may have missed a couple steps that could help jumpstart or accelerate your success here. Below are a few of the most important steps of the sign-up process that you may have missed.
Lauren Shippen is the writer, actor & creator of The Bright Sessions podcast. Linda Medley is the Eisner award winning writer/illustrator of the ‘Castle Waiting’ graphic novel. The final interview podcast hosted by John Mierau.
Straight from the Patreon Data Science team, we bring you 5 metrics that you should be paying attention to as you grow your page.
A series on finding the right team to represent you as an artist in the digital space, starting with picking the right manager. Meet Ale, our industry expert: Before starting at Patreon this January as their Senior Creator Talent Lead, I spent the last six years working with the Multi-Channel Network, Maker Studios, helping them build their Talent Management department. I had the privilege of working with some of the top talent in this industry, like The Shaytards, AndreasChoice, and Epic Rap Battles of History, to name a few. I’ve worked with musicians, actors, comedians, writers, and pranksters, oh my! In my time at Maker, I learned an incredible amount about the difficulties creators of all sizes face in this…
Not all creatives lock themselves in a dungeon, far, far away (AKA those tropical bungalows or Mom and Dad’s basement) while perfecting their craft. Instead, some artists actually prefer to pursue their passion while still having the security of a steady paycheck. While most creative types have to work a traditional job at some point (eating ramen gets old... well, for most people.) But this list isn’t about the artists waiting on tables. No, these creatives were committed to their 9 to 5 endeavors, even while giving birth to the masterpieces we celebrate today. William Carlos Williams, Pediatrician During his entire poetry career, William Carlos Williams (mastermind behind “The Red Wheelbarrow”) worked as a pediatrician in Rutherford, New Jersey,…
On Patreon, you’re not asking for money. You’re letting the fans who want to pay you, pay you. It’s that simple.
What once began as a home for 140-character observations on life, has morphed into a powerful marketing tool to promote your work, engage with your audience and grow your fanbase. If you can’t recall the last time you got a Twitter notification, though, you may be doing something wrong. Below are a few common mistakes you may be making on Twitter and how to fix them. Problem #1: You’re not following anyone Unless you’re Edward Snowden, you probably won’t get away with following one single Twitter account. Following other accounts shows that you care what others have to say and aren’t solely concerned with your own following. If someone visits your page and sees that you aren’t following anyone, they’ll…
Let’s face it: between the late nights and the creative blocks, the creative process can wreak havoc on both the body and the mind.
That’s where yoga saves the (artist’s) day.
Paul E Cooley is the horror author behind ShadowPublications. Olly Lennard is the philosopher behind PhilosophyTube.
