Join the Cross-Marketing Partners Club: This group is for Web Series Network members looking to partner with other members for cross-marketing partnerships via pre-roll/post-roll swaps and other effective cross-marketing efforts online and offline. Join @…

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Producers Guild of America (PGA) has announced nominees for the 'Digital 25: Visual & Digital Effects' award to recognize 25 visionaries, innovators and pioneers who have made a significant contribution to the advancement of storytelling through digital media.

 

Creator of the innovative western-themed web series…

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This music video for Japanese band Androp's 'Bright Siren' was created using only in-camera effects created with 250 Canon DSLR camera and flash unit, each one individually controlled using a computer program. Watch, comment and share.…

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The manager of Jonas Brothers, Johnny Wright, has teamed up with AT&T and AOL's Cambio.com for a music competition web series titled 'On The Spot: Johnny Wright's Quest for the Next Pop Sensation.'



Starting Dec. 8, Wright will begin accepting video auditions worldwide from aspiring singers, ages 16-30, exclusively on the show's branded page on Cambio, the music site co-owned by the Jonas Group, AOL and MGX… Continue

SIRI STOCK, a twitter account "following SiriusXM satellite radio stock SIRI" tweeted on Dec 2 that Howard Stern is on the verge of signing a $600 million three year deal with Apple to host an Internet, TV and iTunes broadcast.



This is just a rumor. The news hasn't been confirmed by Stern, Sirius or Apple. Stand by for updates.



You Might Like: Howard Stern… Continue

Photos from the 'WSN Pitching for Sponsorships' class on October 23.



Stephanie Piche, Brand Strategist and CEO of MingleMediaTV.com covered the basics of how to craft a pitch for sponsorships and took questions from attendees. A wealth of information were discussed and shared during the 2 hour class (available for sale on DVD soon!).



The Pitching for Sponsorships class is presented by WEB SERIES NETWORK and produced by Rich… Continue

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Ford Motors is teaming up with the creators of 'The Amazing Race' to create a new web series -- Focus Rally: America. It's the ultimate interactive cross-country road rally. They're looking for an elite group to take the wheel of the all-new 2012 Focus for five weeks, beginning in February -- digitally savvy people with a hunger for adventure.



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LA Times writes:



Kring's latest project to take flight is "Conspiracy for Good,” in which participants follow and interact with a tale of good versus evil as it develops in “real time” across the Web, mobile devices and staged events.



Check out the first recap below. For more visit the 'Conspiracy for Good Youtube… Continue

Have you got a helpful information or web series news that you'd like to share with other Web Series Network users on the front page 'latest news' blog?



If so -- Web Series Network is currently looking for guest writers whether they be one time or regular contributors.



We're particularly looking for web series news and helpful information for web series producers such as festivals, contests, showcases, events, networking opportunities, etc.



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Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay, Alicia Keys and Christina Aguilera will also perform at the show, airing live Friday at 8 p.m. ET. Continue

Bostonherald.com reports:



VH1’s current bread and butter is taking C-list celebrities and turning their problematic lives into TV series. Think “Rock of Love” with Bret Michaels, “For the Love of Ray J” or “Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew.”



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By Rich Mbariket



Everyday, we all struggle with promoting our work. Getting the word out and trying to make a big name for ourselves isn't easy, I know.



Here are two wise ways for getting free publicity for your web series.



1. Guest post on blogs and forums in your niche - The benefit of guest posting on blogs and forums in your niche is that it gets your name out there in front of a new audience which could… Continue

By Rich Mbariket



I write only from my experience in acquiring original music for the first trailer of my web series "The Nigerian" seen at page bottom.



For independent musicians, you can post an ad in the musicians community on Craigslist.org, indicating that you're looking to place original music in your web series. Be specific with the genre of music you want and whether you have money to pay or not.



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1. Nobody can promote you better than you can promote yourself. Produce your series and promote the heck out of it.



2. Get a lot out of your day. I realize my days are numbered. At 31 I maybe have about 40 or 50 years to live, so I wake up every morning and tell myself to get the most out of my day than I normally would.



3. Be completely self-reliant, completely yourself. Learn to write, produce, direct, edit, shoot, market,… Continue