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Illustrationmundo.com Question: From a business standpoint ... Do you think it's necessary for an illustrator to be part of a social network (twitter, Facebook)

November 3 at 7:41am
Meghan Knowles
Meghan Knowles
helps to get your name out there.
November 3 at 7:46am
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Do you think clients and illustrators mix very much .. or do you think you are preaching to the choir? when you post stuff
November 3 at 7:48am
Luna Kirsche
Luna Kirsche
yes. helps to show your work (more facebook, for me twitter not so much).
November 3 at 7:50am
Destinie
Destinie
I don't think it's necessary. If you're successful enough you can find the illustrator you need from word of mouth. As for me, I don't generally use Facebook as a social tool anyway. I'm very selective of who I allow see my information because I feel if someone wants to hire me, they'll find me another way. (Or I'll find them!)
November 3 at 7:50am
Norn
Norn
well, it hasnt been much, but i have been able to find more work for myself on FB than any of my headhunters have EVER been able to do, with all their experience & connections!
November 3 at 7:54am
Cathy
Cathy
Yes. Ask Feverzine, they know best about social networks.
November 3 at 8:02am
Ramon Rodriguez
Ramon Rodriguez
Im definitely trying my best to promote via social networking sites, but haven't seen any results yet!
November 3 at 8:11am
James
James
It kind of helps if you know what to post. For example, there's a photo that made the rounds of some girl on FB who passed out face-first into a potted plant.

I don't think that helps.
November 3 at 8:11am
Fritz Francois Desmornes
Fritz Francois Desmornes
its a huge help,i can e mail online portfolio to people all over the world and do research.no more dragging portfolio around to potential clients
November 3 at 8:19am
Bob Flynn
Bob Flynn
Honestly, I think its best for connecting with peers. Not sure how much work it drums up.
November 3 at 8:34am
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Illustrationmundo.com
James Yang .. maybe it doesn't help the person who passed out face down in a potted plant get a job .. but it will definitely help her get volunteer work as a Sunday school teacher
November 3 at 2:24pm