Get More Gigs as an Individual Performer!

Finding work as an individual performer can be challenging but also very rewarding. Here are some strategies and places where you can apply or send in applications to get booked more:

Online Platforms:

  • GigSalad: Great for finding local gigs and connecting with event planners.
  • GigMasters (The Bash): Another platform that connects entertainers with event organizers.
  • Upwork/Fiverr: Offer your performance services for private events and virtual gigs.

Networking and Social Media:

  • LinkedIn: Connect with event planners, entertainment agencies, and other performers.
  • Instagram/Facebook: Consistently post performance videos, engage with your audience, and use hashtags related to your niche.
  • Local Performer Groups: Join local and regional performer groups on Facebook and other social media platforms to network and find opportunities.

Direct Outreach:

  • Email Campaigns: Create a professional email pitch and send it to event planners, venues, and festivals.
  • Cold Calls: Call local venues and introduce yourself, asking if they have any upcoming events that could use your talents.
  • Networking Events: Attend local networking events and meetups in your industry.

Local Opportunities:

  • Theaters and Event Venues: Reach out to local theaters and venues that host events.
  • Community Centers: Many community centers host events and are always looking for performers.
  • Festivals and Fairs: Apply to perform at local and regional festivals and fairs.

Agencies and Managers:

  • Entertainment Agencies: Get in touch with entertainment agencies that book performers for various events.
  • Talent Managers: Consider finding a talent manager who can help you get booked.

Specialized Performance Opportunities

  • Corporate Events: Look for corporate event planners and offer your services for corporate parties and team-building events.
  • Private Parties: Advertise your services for private parties such as weddings, birthdays, and anniversaries.
  • Cruise Ships: Apply to perform on cruise ships, which often hire entertainers for long-term gigs.

Improve Your Visibility:

  • Professional Website: Create or update your professional website with your portfolio, videos, and contact information.
  • Promo Kit: Have a professional promo kit ready to send out, including your bio, high-quality photos, videos, and references.

By diversifying your approach and utilizing multiple platforms and methods, you increase your chances of getting booked more frequently. If you need more specific advice or help with any of these strategies, I offer a program called Get More Gigs, where I can personally assist you with getting more gigs as a solo performer. 

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