In this article you can learn how to create your own legitimate credits on IMDb and be further on your way to being a professional entertainer.
Follow the three steps below to create your own credits on the Internet Movie Database while practicing your craft and possibly even making some money in the process.
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Create your project.
The first step to obtain real IMDb credits is to of course do the work. This does not mean however that you must be hired for a dream job with a production or given a major role in a TV Show or Movie. With the use of inexpensive film or video equipment, some creativity and marketing savvy you can begin your own impressive IMDb resume and be listed alongside the top Actors, Producers, Writers and Directors in the World.
Do your best job in creating a Film or Video project that is at least 20 Minutes in length. (This is the minimum run-time requirement for distributing it through CreateSpace.) Once your project is shot, edited and polished you will need to distribute it. -
Distribute it through CreateSpace. (Having your movie available for sale on Amazon.com automatically qualifies it for a Title Page on IMDb.)
CreateSpace is a company owned by Amazon (Who also owns IMDb) that is an on Demand Distribution Service that allows publishers of books, DVD,s, Videos, CDs and more without spending money up front. Click here to see information about the CreateSpace service at the IMDb website and how it qualifies your project for a free Title page.
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Submit your Title to IMDb. (Build your Credits into the listing)
Once your DVD has been proofed and made available for sale make sure that you allow your title for distribution through Amazon inside of your CreateSpace account settings. This will make the title available on IMDb and may also lead to some sales through the vast Amazon network. (You can also sell through Amazon UnBox video on demand which offers much better profits.) You will need to add your Title to IMDb yourself. Follow the link on the bottom of IMDb pages or Click Here and bookmark the IMDb Add a Title application. Be sure to include all of your credits when you submit the application. The process can be time consuming so make sure you give yourself ample time to add each credit into the correct category for each crew / cast position.
It may take a few weeks before your Title and Credits appear on the IMDb website but this should get you on your way to a great resume that can be verified and will be taken seriously.
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Case Study: Architects of Time / The garbage
I discovered this way of obtaining IMDb credits when looking for ways to distribute a Documentary on art Deco Architecture I made as a hobby in 2006. Later, I used this a a way to obtain some awesome actors for a Short Film made under the SAG Short Film Contract. The actors were happy to volunteer their time knowing that they would be given proper credits for their work. Learn more about these projects with the links below.
CRITICAL MASS is seeking funds and is offering special thanks credit in the film with a donation of $10. This credit is transferable to IMDB!
http://criticalmassmovie.weebly.com/fundraising.html