MySpace was the first of many social networking sites; it continues to stand out from the crowd with a plethora of sub-divided resources such as the MySpace filmmakers site. This website is far from just a chatter board for teens; you'll also find dedicated professionals committed to promoting and bettering their trade.

MySpace filmmakers is an effective barometer for who and what America is interested in. Information gleaned here can help you target your advertising to key demographics or reach out as a member of the slyly subversive "social networking media." While it may not be the most obvious business tool, there are in fact a number of ways that MySpace can help you promote your business:

1. Use MySpace as a barometer for both America's social consciousness and its attention span.

2. Start a clever guerrilla marketing campaign linked to the hottest MySpace filmmakers.

3. Find MySpace filmmakers to contribute to your advertising campaigns.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Get started browsing MySpace filmmakers information

While you don't need a MySpace account to browse through much of the information about filmmakers available on MySpace, you do need an account to take the fullest advantage of the networking services available through MySpace.

I recommend: Visit the MySpace sign-up page to create an account and get started creating your MySpace profile identity. It won't be long before you're using the MySpace filmmaker pages to connect to established businesses with a strong online presence such as Filmmaker Magazine.

Use MySpace filmmakers to catch up on film making stars

MySpace features a variety of filmmakers, both established and up-and-coming mainstream personalities side-by-side with the names and faces behind some of the most popular MySpace videos.

I recommend: Use the MySpace filmmakers page to catch up on featured filmmakers and films; you'll even have a chance to browse through the profiles of movie making giants such as Spike Lee. You'll also find featured videos that can, in turn, lead you to amateur filmmakers that may be more suited to "social" Internet marketing work.

Let MySpace filmmakers help promote your business

MySpace is a thriving media outlet, the perfect place to look for established, experienced filmmakers to collaborate on your next business project. Once you start browsing you'll find MySpace filmmakers, advice, project lists and bios available at the click of a mouse.

I recommend: Advertise your need for filmmakers through the MySpace filmmaker classifieds page. You can also use the MySpace filmmaker forums to get input from others, helping you to fine-tune ideas, scout potential employees (or employers) on the sly or just garner inspiration from others' films and methods.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Even if you're not shopping for someone to create a film for your business, MySpace can still help you achieve a higher business profile and reach target demographics by purchasing advertising on the MySpace filmmakers page.