A Content Creators Guide to Navigating the Mediaverse™ from an informal talk with Seth Jaret at the 2012 CineStory Writers Retreat.

Can writers continue consider themselves silo’d artists who  What kinds of opportunities does the hyphenate open up? Does having a reel, short film or web series that you directed or produced add value to your career?

In this informal talk from the 2012 CineStory Retreat, Seth Jaret, CEO of Content Engine, and Josh, a literary manager, speak to the question and the implications of the changing Mediaverse™ for writers and Content Creators trying to succeed in today’s Hollywood.

Josh, who otherwise wished to remain anonymous, is the other voice on the podcast. If you don’t *know* Seth Jaret’s voice, you can hear it on Hollywood Drive & Talk. And if you’re at all familiar with his concepts — Melange is the New Job Description, Redefine Failure, Don’t Ask Permission, Content Creator, Branding in the Mediaverse™ – you’ll know who’s speaking.

Thanks for listening! You’re sure to get both an introduction and an overview of the fresh outlook and empowering methodology that defines Content Engine.

For more on these topics, you should also read An Open Memo To Content Creators.

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Here’s an in-depth interview with Seth Jaret by Andres Faucher of MyTeeVee about the current state of Hollywood (the traditional media business) and the allure, efficacy and proliferation of New Media. 

This conversation was originally live-streamed on MyTeeVee.tv and is now available to anyone who wants to take advantage of the wealth of information contained within — FOR FREE!

Clearly, we’re in the midst of a paradigm shift in media, but how do we navigate it successfully? This interview will provide you with some of the answers and a roadmap.

Some of the topics covered include how I got my start in Hollywood, how to break into Hollywood, the power of networking, how to scout talent, the difference between a manager and a producer and the reality of producing projects in today’s Hollywood, why we’re in the midst of a television renaissance, the concept of MicroAudience™, the importance of the four quadrants and what they are, why cable networks are content leaders, why you should follow your voice, creativity and fresh ideas, the changing media landscape, the goal of working in new media, how to successfully navigate the Mediaverse™, the definition of Content Creator, how to build your brand with all of the media platforms now available to Content Creators, how “Melange is the New Job Description™,” the importance of engaging an audience, why you are brand and how to build and leverage your brand without diluting it.

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Some of the resources for Content Creators and aspiring Content Creators I mention in the interview:

ContentEngine.tv
YouTube.com/ContentEngine
MyTeeVee.tv - is a new platform for Content Creators to share, collaborate and promote their work. Check it out!
Cinestory.org (1:27:11)
CreatorUp.com
Blcklst.com
Kickstarter.com
Chill.com/creators (1:08:17)
Blip.tv
KoldCast.tv
Hulu.com
Vuguru.com

Useful series and articles on ContentEngine.tv include:
Hollywood Drive & Talk
The Astrology of Bond
Adventures of a Film Scholar
After Hours
The Ra Truth

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He introduces a number of insights and original concepts on media including: defining what it means to a “Content Creator,” what the “Mediaverse™” is and how to navigate it, “Permission” and why you shouldn’t be seeking it, “Gatekeepers” and why you don’t need them, “Free is the New Black,” “Micro-Audiences” and how to leverage them, “Show me the Love” and more…

If you are an established Content Creator, an aspiring Content Creator or simply a fan of Hollywood, movies or media, this talk is for you.

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Seth covers his “origin story” and personal journey, starting with his initial successes with Rounders and 10 Things I Hate About You, culminating in the launch of Content Engine. He addresses the transformation of the film business, what it means to be a Content Creator, and how writers and directors need to eschew the culture of permission in favor of empowering themselves to establish their own IP.

He also describes how the industry is ever-changing and more competitive than ever, touches on current trends in the business and explains how ContentEngine.tv can help creators grow IP and Content Creator brands.

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Listen in on a conversation about astrology, spirituality, the zeitgeist and the cosmic influence of the stars and planets on all of us — whether we are attuned to it or not.

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