Scope out YouTube stars
The hunt is on for New Zealand’s next big YouTube talent and Hamiltonian’s could be the stars.
Aspiring storytellers from around the region can apply for a share of a new joint $300,000 Skip Ahead fund to help develop and launch an original web series.
Google and NZ On Air have teamed up to provide $150,000 each to create the fund, with applications now open.
In addition to receiving funding, the successful applicants will attend skills development workshops to help them create high quality, narrative driven web series.
Robbie Nicol, creator of the White Man Behind Desk videos was among the successful applicants from the first round of funding last year.
Nicol says the funding allowed him and his team The Candle Wasters to take on challenges they would never have considered.
‘‘We brought in local musicians, created an album as well as a web series and developed a project which is totally unique - a musical set in a children’s indoor playground.
‘‘We couldn’t be more thrilled to have been given this opportunity.’’
A growing number of Kiwis are building successful careers through their YouTube channels and gaining loyal audiences around the globe.
Visit the NZ On Air website. Applications close August 30.