How to Create an Effective Video Storyboard
When creating a video, it is extremely important to have a laid out and organized plan to ensure your video is the best it can be. A popular tool video creators use to map out their next rockstar video is the storyboard. A video storyboard has a layout that resembles a comic strip and is […]
Read MoreHow To Use Multiple Music Streaming Apps To Your Advantage
There are a variety of music streaming apps that hundreds of creators use daily to promote their music, but which one is right for you? The answer is all of them! Taking advantage of the beneficial features each app has to offer is essential when increasing recognition. Due to on-demand access, streaming apps have become […]
Read MoreMeet the Panelists of: #TimesUp at Vydia’s SXSW Discovery Stage
In a few days, Vydia will head to Austin, TX to rock the SXSW Discovery Stage. Not only will we be showcasing our latest innovative technology, we will also be holding multiple panels featuring some of our most talented creators. Here’s a sneak peak into some of our rockstar panelists that will be with us […]
Read MoreHeaded To Austin? Here’s What To Expect This Year At SXSW 2018
The biggest music festival of the year is almost here. Whether it’s your first time attending or you’re a seasoned vet, SXSW is an amazing experience. The festival is jam-packed with a number of attractions to peak your interest. Here are a few things to expect this year at SXSW 2018 Exhibitor Booths The trade […]
Read MoreSong Suffragettes: Vydia’s Female Power Group Adding their Voices to the Time’s Up Movement
Just over a month ago, 23 powerful women from all different backgrounds gathered in Nashville to stand together against the inequality women face in the music industry by releasing their groundbreaking single and video, “Time’s Up”. The video’s impact quickly became the talk of the local industry, and was even featured in major publications like […]
Read MoreTech Roundup: Top Stories From Spotify Songwriter Credits To Snapchat Analytics & More
This month has come to an Olympic finish as technology’s top power players like Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music and Snapchat went head-to-head to see which platform would lead the pack. While some technology giants rose up to the challenge, releasing new features that hit the mark and won them gold, others were sent packing to […]
Read MoreAnalyze Your Audience To Increase Your Following With An Instagram Business Profile
500 million Instagram accounts worldwide are actively used every day, so how will you make your profile stand out? With 80% of all active Instagram accounts following at least one business account, it’s evident that they are becoming increasingly popular to help grow your brand. Obtaining an Instagram Business Profile will grant you access to […]
Read MoreIndependent Creator Survival Guide: How To Overcome Your Biggest Challenges
Advances in analytics and streaming technologies has opened a new wave of opportunities for independent creators to reach a similar level of success as creators on a label. While the opportunity is there for these independent creators to take advantage of, there will be certain bumps in the road along their journey to success. To […]
Read MoreTips to Enhance Your Channel to Increase YouTube Views
With over one billion users (almost one-third of total Internet users) it’s no surprise that YouTube provides the perfect platform for budding creators to showcase their content to a massive and receptive audience. Effectively optimizing your YouTube channel can be the fuel to your success as a creator, enabling you to attract more traffic and […]
Read MoreYouTube Introduces Official Artist Channels To Increase Creators’ Reach and Discoverability
YouTube has launched a brand new feature that will solve one of the biggest problems plaguing it’s user experience. For years, YouTube navigation has been a mess for both creators and their fans. Creators often have multiple channels (official and unofficial) which divides their subscriber base and makes tracking their success much more difficult. For […]
Read MoreTake On This Year’s Hottest Music Fests With These Tips On How to Get Booked
On average, 32 million people attend at least one U.S. music fest every year. Coachella (an annual music and arts festival held in Indio, California) alone sees an estimated 99,000-per-day attendance during its six day event. Over the next few months, creators from around the world will have the chance to reach an entirely new […]
Read MoreHow To Increase Your YouTube Subscribers To Beat The New Monetization Standards
With over 1.5 billion active monthly users and 1 billion hours of video watched every day it’s no wonder why so many creators have used YouTube as a means to make money, however things are about to change. YouTube has officially overhauled their monetization policy, setting higher eligibility standards for content creators to meet: 1,000 […]
Read MoreHow To Find A Mentor In The Music And Entertainment Industry
Breaking into the entertainment industry is no easy task, especially when creators try to do it on their own. Some of the biggest names out there have relied on the guidance of a mentor to help them navigate to success. Take a look at Justin Bieber, who under the guidance of his mentor Usher, transformed […]
Read MoreTech Roundup: Major Updates To YouTube Monetization, Apple Music Analytics, & More
We are only 30 days into the new year and 2018 has seen no shortage of major developments within the technology industry. From major updates coming to the YouTube monetization policy to Apple’s new Artist Analytics Dashboard––technology’s top power players were quick to show off the innovation they have planned for 2018. In case you […]
Read MoreMeet The Vydia Talent Topping The 2018 Grammy Nominations
In just three short days music lovers around the world will rejoice and tune in to watch the most coveted music award show there is, the 60th Annual Grammy Awards. This year’s show will be packed with a variety of A-list celebrities like Justin Bieber, Ed Sheeran, P!nk, and Bruno Mars who will go head-to-head […]
Read MoreHow To Network Like A Pro At SXSW 2018 And Other Music Festivals
In early March, tens of thousands of the most influential players in technology, music, and film will head down to Austin, Texas to attend the iconic SXSW 2018 festival. While each attendee might have a different background, many will have the same overall goal– utilizing networking to make meaningful connections and build their businesses. In […]
Read MoreA#Keem: Vydia Creator Leverages His ‘Feel Good Music’ To Bring Positive Change To The World
Grenada is home to a Vydia creator who is leveraging his powerful sound to start a movement that is meant to not only shake up the music industry but change the world. A#Keem, just like any other creator, strives to entertain, but what separates him from the rest and makes him special goes deeper than […]
Read MoreProtect Your Instagram Content With Rights Manager
At the end of last year, Instagram revealed a new feature that is sure to disrupt the video technology landscape— for the first time since its launch back in 2010, Instagram is automating the way its 800M monthly users protect their intellectual property. With the help of Facebook’s Rights Manager, Instagram’s new protection policies will […]
Read MoreVydia’s 2018 Country Creators To Watch: Jon Langston, Kalie Shorr, Lucas Hoge, & Abi Ann
Country music in 2017 was overtaken by a wave of new talent as emerging creators like Luke Combs, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi infiltrated the charts and the airwaves. While there was a surplus of fresh faces and content, the question remains: which new set of stars will keep their momentum and remain on top […]
Read MoreVydia’s 2018 Latin Creators To Watch: Jon Z, MelyMel, Johann Vera, T3R Elemento
2017 was a hot and trending year that brought Latin stars to mainstream music around the globe. Spotify alone saw a 110% increase in Latin music streaming and had 10 Latin songs appear on their Global Top 50 Playlist. Latin music video content also saw a boost in popularity when 6 out of the 10 […]
Read MoreVydia’s 2018 Pop Creators To Watch: Pia Mia, Ella Vos, Alex Angelo, & ABIR
Pop music in 2017 may have been dominated by well-known talents like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, and Selena Gomez but we see a new trend rising in the new year. Young, hungry, and multi-talented creators are about to break out and define 2018 with their fresh sound and faces. To help you get aquatinted with […]
Read MoreVydia’s 2018 Hip-Hop R&B Creators To Watch: Daniel Caesar, Lil Xan, Saweetie, & FMB DZ
A new year is here so let’s set the soundtrack of 2018 with some of the hottest creators around. Whether you’re into R&B, Hip-hip, Pop, Latin, or a little Country the Vydia team has analyzed the biggest industry trends of 2017 in order to determine which creators will be topping the charts in the coming […]
Read MoreVydia’s Winning Year
At the beginning of 2017 Vydia set it sights to have our most impactful year to date, and needless to say this year did not disappoint. In 2017, we successfully scaled our technology, creator base, and workforce, all of which made an impact that garnered international attention. So, as we get ready to pop the […]
Read MoreTech Roundup: YouTube Unveils YouTube Remix, Facebook Embraces Pre-Roll Ads, & More
Before the New Year’s Ball drops, technology’s top power players made their final push to release some of their biggest platform upgrades to enter 2018 on a high note. From YouTube Remix to Facebook Pre-Roll ads top video platforms dominated this month’s technology headlines with new product releases that are sure to send 2017 out […]
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