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In show business they say that its all about who you know.
Well, youre in luck, because now you know Priyanka!
Ive written and made a web series which I think is funny, but no one is watching it.
And one you actually like.
But its so discouraging to feel like you keep sending your work out into a void, isnt it?
That is a lot of pressure to put on your work.
Think about everyone who won a Pulitzer or an Emmy, or whatever youre aiming for, this year.
What high-functioning creatives have in common is a large and varied body of work, accumulated over years.
What Im saying is: You made it, you like it, now make more stuff.
The operative word in your question is noticed, by which you mean represented and hired, I assume.
Sadly, you cant control who notices your work or when.
After all, if you dont make anything, what are people going to notice?
It sounds like you have at least one piece in place already, which is great.
First, choose your next projects wisely.
Youre right to observe that its getting tougher to make your mark online.
Consumption trends change like the weather, and you cant rely on them to make your creative decisions.
Setting format aside, narrow down five to seven stories youd like to tell.
Those are the stories people will remember and share.
And they stay with people.
No need to be a slave to a zippy log line!
Then decide how youre going to tell your important stories.
You mention a live show or other outlet, and I say yes!
Yes to it all.
Find an open mic or a storytelling night to share another one.
Do stand-up or a one-person show about another, if you feel compelled to.
Make things that reduce the pressure on that one web series online stats.
Then, yo upload everything youre doing into an attractive online portfolio of your work.
Create a personal website, one that people will eventually be able to find when they Google your name.
I recommend Signal Boost, who did mine, because theyre very comedy-friendly.
Even the ones who ignore you.
You have to be your own agent until you have one you pay.
It will all fall into place.
I have no idea how to cultivate a following or what best practices are for YouTube or Vimeo.
There are no shortcuts.
