This is the generation of reality shows, talent hunts and cut-throat competition in every field. When everything is so commercialized and merit-based, one really needs to strive hard to be noticed and appreciated for his talent. Online talent community resolves many a problem of these talented people.
We come across umpteen talent searching programs on television and innumerable enthusiasts participating in them. The intention behind conducting these television shows is to spot fresh talent in the field of singing, dancing, acting, modeling and a variety of other domains. “I want to be a rock star”, “I aspire to be a super model”, “I wish to win the Oscar one day” – aren’t these some of those beautiful dreams that the youth worldwide has? Yes, it does. And in order to fulfill their dreams some of these youngsters approach and spend a fortune on various talent agencies or attend auditions for reality shows, whichever feasible. But how many of the really talented people get a chance to attend the auditions? Even if they do get through, how many of the truly talented ones get the appreciation and recognition they deserve?
Our generation is impatient, like a popular ad says. We are impatient to showcase our talent to the world. We are impatient to sit and wait for that opportunity to come and knock our door. We are impatient to rock the world. We want instant solutions for our concerns.
So what’s the solution - one that brings opportunity to your door and knocks till you open; one that provides you a platform to showcase your talent without the grueling auditions or exorbitant spending. It’s also the one that gives you global viewership and puts you in the group of talented youth. Not just that, it gives you a fair chance to prove yourself and be judged without any biases or stereotypes. In short, it’s
Online talent community.
Susan Boyle shot to fame with her stunning performance in Britain’s Got Talent but it’s her video on YouTube that made her an overnight world favorite. With more than 10,651,040 views in just three weeks and a newly acquired celebrity status Susan Boyle is easily one of those “get online – get famous” kind and is an inspiration for millions. Not to mention what myspace did to Lily Allen. She turned a myspace rock star with her songs “Guess Who Batman", "Get With the Brogram”, "The Fear" (then titled "I Don't Know"), "I Could Say", and "Who'd Have Known" and each of these had between 250000 to one million plays. Her fame in the virtual world inspired the launch of an online game, Escape the Fear, as a part of viral marketing targeted at people unaware of Allen. As on 18 February 2009 the game had been played over two million times! In short, people have become famous, got celebrity status and due recognition of their talent through the easily accessible “online” medium.
With the advent of internet the world has not only shrunk into a global village but is also throwing numerous opportunities at us, which include the online talent communities. It’s now entirely up to us how we avail ourselves of these opportunities and bring out the best in us.