Talent Search

A talent search is really a two way street. People in the entertainment industry are looking for talent. People with talent are looking for ways to be discovered. How does one with talent get discovered ? Its not easy but it is perhaps easier now than in the past. In the past if you were a talented musician the best way to promote your skills was to perform as much as possible . To be seen as much as possible. This is a still an important step on the road to fame however with the internet being a way of life one can reach millions of people, including industry people, without leaving your home.
Musicians are not the only people with talent. Many creative photographers are also looking for a way to gain respect for their talents. In the old days a photographer would have to buy or rent space for a gallery and submit their photos everywhere they might be seen. Today a photographer can own his own online gallery for next to nothing, and submit his work to other websites dedicated to photography.
Talent sites if I may call them that, are popping up like wildflowers on the internet. Established sites like MySpace and YouTube are becoming more talent oriented as well as newer talent specific sites like Taxi, and Broadjam. Many of the specialized sites require payment to join, and may require additional payments for each submission.
There is however at least one site I came upon that offers artists a way to promote themselves for free. An artist can create a customized home page and submit original music, art, writing and more to be rated by other artists. There are even actual castings where an artist might find a commission for his work. He may also enter competitions and receive substantial prizes. In addition, industry people also join the site and can view potential talent. One thing is for sure. No matter how talented you are, you will never be appreciated if no one sees your work. The internet is an ongoing talent search, and it is possible in our times, to be discovered without leaving your bedroom.

Article written by Alan J Orr