FAQ
Q: Why Artist-411.com?
A: Modern times are going World Wide Web. Having
a website presence is no longer a luxury but a necessity.
Applying for auditions or creative positions online helps
you beat out your competition by getting your credentials
to the hiring staff, "first".
Q: What is the main purpose of Artist-411.com service?
A: We wanted to provide an affordable, professional
website presence to any artist who needs or wants one. The
old adage of "starving artists" can be a factor for many who
are trying to make it in this business, and we feel everyone
should have the resources to take advantage of being on the
web. So whether you're just starting out or are highly accomplished,
Artist-411.com is for you.
Q: Why is Artist-411.com service better than designing
my own website?
A: The cost of a personal web site can be astronomical
and depending on how many features you want, the price can
be in the thousands. Artist-411.com is inexpensive and you
have complete control of your website. Another benefit of
utilizing Artist-411.com is when you apply for auditions or
other jobs online, the hiring staff only wants to see your
headshot and résumé. Having too many features
can be distracting.
Q: How can you charge such a low annual price? At
$99 that's only about $8.00 a month!
A: We provide a simple and professional site
to our artists keeping cost minimal. Easy navigation is an
added benefit for employers/casting directors etc.
Q: Will my personal website address be easy to remember?
A: Yes. All assigned website addresses are simple
like this: www.artist-411.com/YourName
Q: What if I need to make a change to my résumé
or contact information?
A: Each artist site is designed so that, you,
can change, add, or edit your résumé at anytime.
(We do recommend, however, that you have your résumé
professionally designed initially.)
Q: I wrote my own résumé. How do I
know if it meets industry standards and is well written?
A: Dream Catcher Résumés specializes
in entertainment résumés AND gives free résumé
critiques. For more information, go to: www.dcresume.com
to view their qualifications and prices.
Q: I may want to change my headshot from time-to-time.
How do I do this? How long does it take?
A: Simply login into your account and upload
the new headshot. Once you hit "save" your new headshot is
instantly changed on your personal website.
Q: Do I have to contact your company every time I
have to make a change? If so, how long does each change take?
A: No. You do not have to contact anyone or
wait to have changes done. Each site is designed with an easy-editor
program so you can make changes anytime day or night and the
changes will be live, instantly.
Q. What if I want an Artist-411.com website AS WELL
AS a more elaborate website? Any suggestions that won't break
me financially?
A. Medialinkers can create customized web based
applications, web sites, ecommerce web sites, portals, e-business
solutions, intranet applications, and custom software applications
- all for desktops, networks and handheld devices. Their web
design team and skilled web programmers are dedicated to assist
you in achieving your artistic objectives. For more information
please visit: www.medialinkers.com
Q: What are the benefits of maintaining both a personal
website and utilizing Artist-411.com service?
A: You can utilize your personal address at
Artist-411.com to apply for positions directly without taking
too much of the viewer's time. Your complete website comes
into play when viewers request additional information.
Q. How do I sign up? Is it easy?
A: Yes, sign up is simple and takes only 5 steps:
• Fill out the order form.
• Make secure online payment.
• Upload your professional résumé
in a Word doc
(need
a professionally written resume-click here) .
• Upload your headshot (JPG).
• Within 48 hours, you'll receive
an email containing your personalized website URL and your
artist login (for updates and changes). |
