Ideastap

Some people LOVE being all over the web, facebook, twitter, instagram what else? Some people HATE it! One thing I am learning however is, as an actor it is good to get yourself on a structured amount of platforms as you can.

When I say structured I mean:
Spotlight/CastingcallPro- For acting jobs (the latter is a bit more social)
Twitter/Facebook- If you are usually against these platforms then use it only professionally, have your headshot as your profile picture, connect with like minded people and follow arts related pages.

This is already four sites and may seem a lot however its broadening your network and allowing you to get a larger view on what is going on in the business. 

So why another? Why Ideastap?
On their website they market themselves as being:

IdeasTap is an arts charity for young, creative people at the start of their careers.

Whether it’s funding, jobs, career development, advice or creative collaborators you need, we can help – whatever your discipline. We work with major arts organisations to bring our members incredible, exclusive opportunities – from commissions to competitions, funding to training.

Did we mention that membership is free?

They help with funding, they have opportunities in the shape of their Spa (no aromatherapy oils in sight!) or briefs, access to creative space there is a dedicated jobs board with listings from all over the country and all disciplines, and so much more i'm not kidding you really should check it out!

IdeasTap is NOT just for actors, when i'm on the site which is literally nearly every day, I'm always coming across opportunities for dancers, photographers, writers (stage and screen) among others. It really is a pot at the end of the rainbow for us arts-y folk. 

If you are still not convinced have a look at the website, join up for FREE to gain full access http://www.ideastap.com/ have a look around, look for and 'connect' with friends, sign up to the free activities going on at the spa and try it out. You'll either love it or hate it but i'm sure it will be all love. 

If you want a friend when you sign up you are more than welcome to 'connect' with me, I don't get anything from it, i'm just...here lol (click MB ).

Mel xx