The Reel Insights blog

Take your creative freelance career to the next level with our guide on balancing artistry and business. Discover essential tips to keep your passion alive, manage your time effectively, and showcase your best work to the world.

In this post, we explore Alex Pfeffer’s tips from his video, “Transform Your Music Demo Reel into a Client Magnet.” Learn why ReelCrafter is essential, how to tailor your reel to your audience, and design tips to make your presentation shine.

Stand out as a freelance artist with our guide on personal branding. Dive into the importance of a strong personal brand for your freelance business in music, film, and other creative fields, and learn how to craft a brand that resonates with your artistic passion.

Unlock the secrets to a standout music demo reel! Learn the art of choosing an engaging opening track, mastering seamless sequencing, and perfecting your musical storytelling. A must-read for composers and musicians ready to make an impact and leave their audience wanting more!

In this Reel Stories episode, Sam Hulick interviews composer Mike Rubino and industry veteran Mike Rosen. They discuss the benefits of a composer-manager relationship and the value of a curated demo reel (with tips!)

SoundCloud revolutionized music discovery, but for sending private demo reels to directors and audio leads, ReelCrafter reigns supreme. Designed for professional-quality reels, it offers unique features that can’t be replicated on SoundCloud. What sets ReelCrafter apart?

A great music conference is the perfect place to connect with other musicians and composers to nerd out about your favorite subjects and hot topics in the field. It’s also the best place to network with other creatives, particularly the ones who are looking to hire talent like you.

Join ReelCrafter co-founder Sam Hulick and L.A. singer/actor Stuti Mandala as they discuss how Stuti uses ReelCrafter to create audio-visual demos for casting directors and booking agents. Learn how the flexible reel builder integrates with press kits and provides playlist analytics for tracking track performance.

Want to showcase your talents to potential clients and partners? A demo reel is a powerful tool to demonstrate your skills. But creating one can be intimidating. This post walks you through why you need a demo reel and how ReelCrafter can help you present your work to the world.