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Kickstarter has been enjoying the best of the press lately; projects in nearly every industry sector seem to be enjoying the benefits of this surge in crowdfunding. Games such as Wasteland 2 as well as a new title by Lord British himself, Ultima-creator Richard Garriott stand side by side with requests for infrastructure funding and volunteer group efforts.
Kickstarter is an electronic soapbox which anyone can step onto, with the right idea and a well crafted pitch, it’s the first wave of marketplace digital democracy. Let the best ideas attract the most backers!
Developing a unique and marketable idea
The main thing to understand when developing a Kickstarter project is to consider the audience.
Who do you want to sell this concept to? Gamers? Retrogramers? Social activists? Humanitarians? Nerds? Geeks? Dweebs? Foodies? Hipsters? Dancers? Environmentalists? Republicans? Democrats? Those who enjoy schadenfreude? Those who are empathetic and soft-hearted?
How much capital do you need to finance this project? A fully costed preliminary budget will do wonders not only to reinforce how seriously you are taking this project to yourself, but also to potential backers. Backers like to see where their money will be going, even if the rewards are not entirely enticing.
What sorts of rewards, and at what tier of pledge, are you offering? One of the main ways that Kickstarter is being treated now is, in simplest terms, as a pre-sale venue. At certain reward levels, usually starting between $5 and $25, backers are offered a discount on the cost of the item being offered. Shelters or volunteer groups may offer a space on a plaque. T-shirt designers may offer a t-shirt and a thank you card. Bands might offer a digital download for $5.
You get the idea.
Absolute certainty of execution and capability to “get the job done”
The one thing that’s certainly quite important about Kickstarter is to 100%, beyond-any-shadow-of-a-doubt, absolutely, positively, certainly know that you and your associates are capable of delivering on the rewards and the project that you propose.
Do or do not, in the words of the wisest little green fellow to ever grace the swamps of Dagobah, for there is no “try”. Not if you don’t want 4chan, /b, and every other maligned internet miscreant tracking you down, looking for the results of the pledge they have made in good faith.
Don’t be an oathbreaker!
Producing in-house and inexpensive outsourced marketing and web materials
- You’re going to need to get attention, and fast. Kickstarter is already steaming towards saturation and this idea is going to be competing against thousands of other brilliant ones from all over the world. Sort of like Street Fighter II: The World Warrior, except more cerebral and more than a quarter is at stake.
- You’ll want to produce at least three short video trailers which you can upload either to YouTube or to an internal video delivery service / server. These should be about thirty seconds to forty five seconds long, well-lit, as well-produced as possible, and playing hard to the various niches within the largest audience that you’d like to target. For example, a paranormal mystery novelist looking for some seed money to pen and publish a trilogy might look to NaNoWriMo forums, several well-known bloggers in the industry, or a current and trending meme that’s widely recognized.
- Having an updated blog presence, at least once a day, will help immensely. Potential backers love to see when creators are sticking around and constantly updating on the progress of the project. It builds hype, enthusiasm, and credibility in the potential of your project.
- Get some photographs or static art assets to really increase the look of the blog as well -- nobody wants to read a wall-o’-text and the images will also make the project look more professionally attractive.
With all of the right pieces in place, you’ll have to use these general guidelines as a framework to start digging down into specifics, and unpacking the challenges to follow.
What else can I help you with?
Who is responsible for the overall strategy and planning of a campaign?
a. coordinator B. fundraiser C. pollster D. manager
Who is the most important member of a campaign staff?
The most important member of a campaign's staff is the fundraiser.
How do you start your own Fundraiser?
To start your own fundraiser, begin by defining a clear goal and purpose for the campaign, such as raising money for a specific cause or project. Choose a platform to host your fundraiser, such as GoFundMe or Kickstarter, and create an engaging campaign page that includes a compelling story, visuals, and a detailed explanation of how the funds will be used. Promote your fundraiser through social media, email, and community outreach to reach a wider audience. Lastly, keep your supporters updated on the progress and impact of their contributions.
What are the release dates for Amber in the Shadows - 2013 Celebrating the Kickstarter Campaign 1-24?
Amber in the Shadows - 2013 Celebrating the Kickstarter Campaign 1-24 was released on: USA: 9 February 2013
What activities verbs are involved in the process of creating a successful marketing campaign?
The activities involved in creating a successful marketing campaign include researching, planning, designing, implementing, analyzing, and optimizing.
Who is responsible for the overall strategy and planning of a national campaign?
Campaign manager!
Predict why the carthaginians were so successful during this campaign?
Which campaign.
Planning associated with the creation and maintenance of military capabilities is referred to as what type of planning?
Campaign Planning
When did julius caesar finish being the roman army general?
He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.He never did. The thing that ended his military career was his assassination. At the time of his death he was planning a campaign against the Parthians.
How much money does a fundraiser earn?
It really depends on a number of factors such as campaign size, number of staff, available resources, size of solicitation universe, profile of the charity, professional experience and certification. A rookie fundraiser running a telephone campaign in a major hospital might make $35,000. A professional with CFRE (certified fundraising executive) status can expect to garner an additional $10,000 in salary just for having the designation. Total compensation for an experienced certified fundraiser at a major charity, with campaign staff, resources, and an annual goal of $2,500,000+ would be in the neighbourhood of $100,000 plus benefits.
Is kickstarter safe?
Kickstarter is a new method of crowd sourcing funding for a variety of projects. Is it safe? As an investment vehicle, there is no guaranteed return on investment so it would be as safe as investing in the stock market. Some projects will succeed, others will fail. It's up to you to determine if the level of risk is comfortable for you. If you are asking if it's a safe website, the answer is yes. It is a legitimate, proven business that has had great success in this alternative form of project funding. Special Kickstarter offer. Get FREE additional prize of "original Raytoons Art" on any Pledge $50 or higher on any Raytoons comicbook campaign. Coupon Code: raytoons4u. Valid at the Raytoons section on Kickstarter. Search for Raytoons in the Kickstarter searchbar to find it.
What three things do you have to consider when planning a campaign?
When you are planning a campaign you need to do your research. You have to consider the fiances you have available to you. After that is settled you need to plan out your platform and how it will impact the people who will potentially vote for you.
