Artistnow.com is quickly becoming 'The' professional and social online networking site for the arts and entertainment community.

Aspiring and established artists have been asking for an informal but effective way to showcase their talent and work while gaining worldwide exposure. They also want to connect with industry members, fans and friends to communicate news, events, advance their careers, or simply just to socialize. The online networking site www.ArtistNow.com has become the new medium that answers the artists requirements and expectations.

HOLLYWOOD, CA (PRWEB) August 2, 2004 -- Aspiring and established artists have been asking for an informal but effective way to showcase their talent and work while gaining worldwide exposure. They also want to connect with industry members, fans and friends to communicate news, events, advance their careers, or simply just to socialize. The online networking site www.ArtistNow.com has become the new medium that answers the artists requirements and expectations.

ArtistNow.com members have the ability to upload text, images, audio or video clips in many different media formats to create compelling and comprehensive portfolios of their work. Industry professionals, fans and friends can now enjoy the profiles and posted media such as an actors' demo reel, a model's latest photo shoot, a bands newest demo track, etc. The user-friendly website also allows members to post jobs and events, invite their friends and colleagues and utilize electronic calendars/alerts to schedule their next audition or appointment. Communication features include e-mail and an instant messenger using text, audio and even video chat! To facilitate social or professional connections, the company employs a powerful networking tool and search engine.

Other networking sites focus on one single talent genre, mainly music, Artistnow.com is embracing all muses including acting, modeling, music, dancing, painting, design, photography, even comedy and many more," says Todd Cohen, Founder and Creator of ArtistNow.com. Our goal was to take online networking and its many applications to a whole new level while creating a versatile communication platform for the arts and entertainment industry."

Artistnow.com was successfully launched in February 2004 and already is serving well over 20'000 members from around the world. Initial strategic partnerships include the International Songwriting Competition, the 2004 Online Rock Festival, talent and casting agencies and many arts and entertainment industry members. No wonder artists, fans and industry professionals alike are flocking to Artistnow.com and are starting to connect.

ABOUT ARTISTNOW.COM
ArtistNow.com, a California corporation, provides the premier on-line professional networking site for the Arts and Entertainment industry. ArtistNow.com is designed for people to build key relationships. It provides artists with a medium to showcase their talent, let them interact with fellow artists and network with industry professionals.

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