F.A.Q.'s

WHAT IS THE STREET TEAM’S GOAL?
The ultimate goal of the Street Team is World Domination. We need to introduce the artist to as many potential fans as possible, and to continue to build name recognition by encouraging people to visit their website, message board, go see them at a live show, and/or buy their CD.

WHERE DO I SIGN UP?
You can up at www.streetpropaganda.net. Once you make a profile and join your favorite artists’ street team, you are ON the street team for online and offline!

DOES IT COST YOU ANYTHING TO BE ON THE STREET TEAM?
Nope.

WHAT IS SHOW COVERAGE?
Depending on the show and its artist, show coverage is promoting the artist at the venue. On most occasions, a teamer will receive a pair of tickets to attend the show in exchange to “work” it.

For Tour Coverage, this may include the following: heading to the venue an hour before doors open to hang up posters in and around the venue; passing out materials after the show; assisting on special events if available, etc. You will be promoting the artist at their show and make sure the awareness of the artist is visually everywhere in the area. We encourage and prefer teamers who sign up for tour coverage to also cover lifestyle to promote the show. (For more info, see below under “What is Lifestyle?”)

For Target Tour Coverage, we purchase a pair of tickets for the show of your choice (only for the artists listed in our weekly emails) of the tours we are hitting up. You will be passing out promo materials at these shows that are similar to our projects.
*Check out our MISSIONS page to see the current tours we're covering!

WHAT IS LIFESTYLE?
Where are some good places to give away stickers and postcards and hang up posters? Since YOU know your hometown better than anyone else, give materials away at places where people just like yourself hang out. This is called Lifestyle.
*If you know some local stores who would like to receive some materials to display at their shops please email help@streetpropaganda.net with the following information: Name of store; type of store; address; city, state, zip code; phone number; and your relationship with the place.

*NOTE – Materials are sent out randomly to various street teamers or when they are available. Even if you request them, don’t expect to automatically receive them.

A) Here’s a list of places that are great for handing out promo stuff or hanging up posters:
-After concerts, shows, outside clubs, arenas, bars/lounges, etc.
-Colleges (Bookstores, Dormitories, Student Union Buildings, Radio & TV Stations, Cafeterias, Lounges, Clubs, etc.)
-High Schools (Homeroom, Cafeteria, Bulletin Boards, Lockers, etc.)
-Independent Shops (Record Stores, Book Stores, Clothing Stores, Hair & Nail salons, Coffee shops, Cafes, Pizzerias, Guitar Centers, Sports Centers, DJ Shops, Smoke Shops, Tattoo Shops, Skate Shops, Surf Shops, etc)
-Arcades, Amusements Parks, Camps, Boardwalks, Malls, etc.
-Movie Screenings, Street Fairs, Fundraisings, Outdoors events, Sport Games, Festivals, Comic Cons, etc.
-Hang Flyers and Posters on Telephone Poles, Message Boards, etc.
**Some stores or venues may have rules against handing out materials on their property. Plus, it is against the law to affix stickers or posters to public or private property. So please sure you speak to the appropriate authorities before hand.

B) Tell all of your friends, coworkers, and relatives about the artist, their album, their shows, their website, etc.

C) Call and/or go into your local record stores and ask for the artist’s CDs. With enough demand, retailers will carry them. Have your family, friends and coworkers call, too!

D) Buy the artist’s CDs for friends and family. They make great gifts!

E) Bring friends and family to the band’s shows when they are in your area! Also, hand out flyers for upcoming shows in your area or close to your area!

F) Wear your band’s shirts proudly!

WHAT IS ONLINE STREET TEAMING?
If materials are not available, members can also go online and reach a bigger fan base worldwide just by the click of their mouse!

A) Post on other message boards and/or chat rooms about the band and include their URL for easy access to those interested. You can visit official message boards or fan-made ones especially hitting up artists’ forums they previously tour with.

B) Contact local newspapers, TV Show, blogs, and magazines and ask them if they could do an article on one of the artists. This often works best if more than one person calls the press about the same subject.

C) Contact national music magazines, online fan magazines, morning shows, late night shows, talk shows, etc.

D) Post up their music video/banners on your myspace.com, facebook.com, twitter.com, friendster.com, xanga.com, livejournal.com, blogs, communities, message boards, etc.

E) Create fan newsletters, unofficial fan clubs, fan sites, yahoo groups, etc.

F) Add them to your top friends, add their songs to your social-network's playlist, write an album review on itunes/amazon, etc.

WHAT DOES A MARKET LEADER DO AND HOW DO I BECOME ONE?
Market Leaders are the key players for street coverage for album releases, side projects (i.e. soundtracks and festivals), special events (i.e. movie screenings), up-and-coming artists’ tour support, etc. They are the tastemakers who are very plugged into their local area hotspots, indie retail shops, social networking/online communities, and love attending any type of rock pop show (from country to dance to rock to punk etc.) and enjoy being introduced to new artists.

Market Leaders are paid per selective projects. This is great for passionate street teamers who want to take it to the next level and work closely with Street Propaganda behind the scenes! This is perfect for those who have a flexible schedule and loves attending concerts!

Duties Include: Setting up promotions at various area retailers (college campuses, indie music retail, coffee shops, etc.), providing tour support for key artists, managing online marketing activities, responding to/communicating consumer trends, and much more.

REQUIREMENTS :
-Have reliable transportation

-Have a digital camera (for photos and videos) as well as maintaining a photo album.

-Must actively work all rock/pop bands that are current priorities and be open to new projects!

-Must be at least 21 years of age; but 17+ is okay.

-Must have strong time management skills (meet report deadlines and attend conference calls)

-Must be organized and thorough in your work

-Must be accessible on a daily basis (i.e. email, cell phone etc.) and be able to check email daily (M-F)

-Have at least 2 active social networks (twitter, facebook, myspace, etc.)

-Preferred street teaming experience of 6+ months

-Must keep a running list of lifestyle/retail markets. You must have knowledge of stores in your area (i.e. them closing and opening new stores)

-Must be willing to help work/plan local events (in-stores, radio events, listening parties, festivals etc..)

-MUST HAVE A PASSION FOR MUSIC & MARKETING AND ENJOYS GOING TO CONCERTS!

Some traits we look for: Outgoing / Responsible / Enthusiastic / Dedicated / Knowledgeable / Reliable / Accountable / Professional / Motivated / Hard-working / Creative / Musically Savvy / Open-Minded


PERKS:
-get paid/selective projects

-be involved w/ developing artists from the start

-provide feedback on promo materials, artists, advanced music, etc.

-2 tour coverage shows per month

-1 target tour coverage show per month that you want to cover but not listed

-free cds/merch/etc. on occasions

-networking w/ label reps, artist managers, etc. if available

-Reference letters

And much more


We are looking for Market Leaders in the following markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Phoenix, Philadelphia, Dallas, San Diego, Detroit, San Francisco, Indianapolis, Austin, Columbus, Charlotte, Baltimore, Boston, Milwaukee, Denver, Seattle, Nashville, Washington DC, Las Vegas, Portland, Oklahoma City, Tucson, Atlanta, Kansas City, Omaha, Cleveland, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Tulsa, Anaheim, St. Louis, Tampa, Cincinnati, New Orleans, Pittsburgh, Madison, Birmingham, Boise, Des Moines, Tempe, New Haven, Orlando, Grand Rapids, Salt Lake City, Albany, Spokane, Charleston, etc. If you live close to any major USA market, then you should apply!

Send us an email telling us about yourself in 100 words, what street team experiences have you done with us or with other teams, what are your top 5 favorite artists of all time, and what do you want to gain out of the experience. Email your answers and include your resume in the body of the email and a portfolio (if available) to jobs@streetpropaganda.net. DO NOT SEND RESUMES AS ATTACHMENTS. Don’t forget to tell us which market you would like to represent!

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR AN INTERNSHIP?
Interns play a huge role in our Rock/Pop Street Marketing department. They will be the core representatives for all things rock and pop, and will be very hands-on for promoting our projects at different stages of their marketing initiatives such as album releases, tour, lifestyle/retail promotion, and online awareness. They will learn the ins and outs on how we run the bands’ street teams. They will also have a chance to experience street teaming by covering our label shows or competitive label shows, hitting up lifestyle, promoting online, testing possible contests, etc.

Tasks include:
-Pulling reports
-Updating data
-Shipping tools / making packages
-Promoting on the web
-Researching tours
-Helping build teams
-Brainstorming ideas
-And working on special projects for the semester based on availability i.e. covering shows, assisting with video drops, working on a seasonal projects, etc.

Required Qualifications:
Microsoft Excel, Basic HTML, very creative, highly organized, self-motivated, punctual, attention to detail, fan of rock/pop genre, heavy knowledge of pop culture, etc. Must be able to commute to the NYC Office. Street team experience is a plus.

Send an email to internships@streetpropaganda.net telling us about yourself in about 100 words, where do you see yourself in 5 years, what are your top 5 favorite artists of all time, and what do you want to gain out of the experience along with your updated resume (and portfolio if available). Also, include in your cover letter which semester you’re applying for, your available start/end date and what days/hours you would be able to come in.

Candidates MUST be eligible to receive school credit. NO EXCEPTIONS. Position is non-paid. We require a minimum of 2 FULL days a week (15-20 hours).

I HAVE AN IDEA THAT IS NOT ON HERE? WHO DO I TELL?
Any idea is an awesome idea and is always another great way to promote a band. Send any ideas not listed on here to help@streetpropaganda.net

WHAT DO I DO AFTER I HAVE STREET TEAMED?
As a Street Team member, you’ve got to tell us what you’re doing to promote the band! Tell us what you’ve done, where you’ve done it, whom you’ve met, and what they thought. You can upload your street team pictures or screenshots of your online activities at streetpropaganda.net.

WHAT ARE GOODIE POINTS?
Goodie Points are regular points that are earned simply by browsing Street Propaganda. Each page you visit while logged into your account will earn you 1 free goodie point!

HOW DO I GET TO MY STUFF?
Click on MY STUFF in the top navigation menu.

HOW DO I EDIT MY PASSWORD?
Click on MY STUFF, then click on MY ACCOUNT INFO in the sub navigation on the left, and then go to 'Edit account info'.

HOW DO I EDIT MY EMAIL ADDRESS?
Click on MY STUFF, then click on MY ACCOUNT INFO in the sub navigation on the left, and then go to 'Edit account info'.

HOW DO I ADD A PICTURE TO MY PROFILE?
Click on MY STUFF, then click on Change Snapshot underneath your profile picture. Here you can manage your images. Once you've uploaded a picture that you want to use for your profile, go to MY STUFF, select 'Edit Profile', scroll down and select your profile image!

HOW DO I START MY BLOG?
Click on MY STUFF, then click on MY BLOG.

WHAT DO I DO IF I FORGOT MY PASSWORD?
Click on FORGOT PASSWORD under the login form, and check you email! Once you login you can change your password again.

I HAVE A QUESTION AND I NEED HELP? WHO DO I EMAIL?
You can email Help @ help@streetpropaganda.net with any questions about the site or street teaming.

AND REMEMBER, HAVE FUN WHILE SUPPORTING YOUR FAVORITE ARTISTS AND HELPING THEM SPREAD THE WORD!