What Does Zune Have to Offer Indie Content Producers?

At the New Media Expo in Las Vegas I had a chance to interview Zune's Rob Greenlee. Even if you don't have a Zune you might think about checking out the Zune Marketplace.

iJustine Explains How To Use the Nokia N95 Video Phone

Nokia sent me a Nokia N95 to try out for a few weeks and it arrived just as I was heading out the door for Las Vegas and the New Media Expo.

I happened to run into iJustine on the floor of NME and she gave me a demo of her N95.

Vegas Baby!

I'm heading to The New Media Expo in Las Vegas tomorrow. I'll be carpooling from Los Angeles in a borrowed Honda Hybrid Insight so I figure it will cost me about $10 - $15 to get to Vegas.

I'll be speaking on Thursday about using online video to market products:

Market Your Products and Services Using Online Video and the Secrets of
Cable Television
Track 5: New Media Strategies
Instructor: Tim Street of French Maid TV
Room: N245
Description: Americans viewed nearly 9.5 billion online videos in November 2007 and large and small advertisers are clamoring to get into the online video space. Everyone has laughed at their share of Cats Swinging on Ceiling Fan videos but who wants to advertise their product next to one? Using successful methods from cable television advertising, you'll learn how to create branded entertainment of your own that connects with viewers - use existing online videos to extend your reach. Find out how you can identify and connect with online videos and video podcasts that have built-in audiences and are safe for your brands or how you can be "edgy" by taking a risk. Know the difference between pre-rolls, post-rolls, mid-rolls, ad insertions and sponsorships. Understand how audiences are measured, where you can go to get third party statistics and what return you can expect on your investment. Walk away knowing where to spend your media budget.

If you are coming to Vegas and want to say hi feel free to email me 1timstreet at g mail dot com

Behind the Scenes at MacBreak and PixelCorps: Creating Compelling Content with Organized Video Shoots

The New Media Expo is the world's most popular convention for podcasters, bloggers and online content creators. If you are serious about online video it's an event that you shouldn't miss.

This is part of a weekly blog series that highlights a session or event happening at New Media Expo - hopefully enticing you to come join us online video content creators in Las Vegas August 14-16, 2008.

Alex Lindsay of PixelCorps is a modern day renaissance man and no where is that more apparent but in the online content he produces and stars in. If you are looking for tips and tricks in making compelling online content that reaches a tech savvy crowd this is one session you won't want to miss.

Behind the Scenes at MacBreak and PixelCorps: Creating Compelling Content with Organized Video Shoots
Track 4: Audio and Video Creation: "How To" Techniques for Making Compelling Content
Instructor: Alex Lindsay of PixelCorps
Description: The MacBreak Video Podcast's production value is as good as anything on "regular" TV today. Alex Lindsay, well known for his experience in creating outstanding video, will show you how he creates exciting intros, organizes shoots to save time and money, and leaves the audience wanting more and waiting impatiently for the next episode! This session will also cover tips for various camera shoot situations, whether you are filming in an office or out on a busy street, so that you can work efficiently and capture the content correctly. Finally, Alex will talk about multiple-camera shoots and how they can add to the professionalism of your show. If you're ready to take your video to the next level, Alex will guide you in creating the best content you are capable of, regardless of your current experience level.

AND you might also want to Book your hotel now and get your free Expo Hall Pass before the price increase.

The State of Online Video

It's been a busy day working on my presentation and getting ready for the NAB Podcasting Summit in Las Vegas this weekend but I did manage to catch the above video on Best of YouTube and it some how got me thinking about the state of online video.

What are your feelings about the state of online video?

Do you think we are actually building a train that is going to take us somewhere? Have the tracks been laid down? Are tickets being sold? Are we all just being crammed into a box by the authorities?

Do the authorities really know what they are doing?

Are Independents going to be able to make a business out of online video?

What do you think?