An author named,
Nicco Mele wrote a book called “The End of Big”. It basically debates about the
new technology of the industry. The book raises the question, would you rather
have six mega movie studios or 800 million aspiring directors sharing their
works on YouTube? In today’s world, you can create any kind of media at zero
cost using smartphones and laptops. “Radical connectivity has reduced the cost
of creating entertainment”, according to Nicco Mele. There’s been people that
has been discovered on YouTube for singing or rapping and was given a record
deal. Many would think that the new technology makes things easier but at the
same time it can hurt the industry too. The radical connectivity can be a
threat to new companies in the industry. It has changed audience sizes. The
more options there is, the smaller the audience gets. In my opinion the
evolution of technology has its pros and cons. Before writing this post I
thought that the new technology was nothing but positive for the industry. I
think Mele raises a good point on how it could affect the industry despite the
convenience it can be. Being a recent college graduate prepares me to excel
when it comes to the evolving technology because my school not only taught me
what was needed for a career in the industry but they also prepared me for the
real business world. I think being mentally prepared for the real world while
being fortune enough to gain a degree is very beneficial. Every new trend,
business model or technology will have its pros and cons. What really matters
is how you deal with it or what you would do differently. Mele’s book can be a
little discouraging to some recent graduates that are trying to have a career
in this industry but its just a realistic point of view. As a recent graduate
and being tech savvy, I will take advantage of the new technology and make it
work for me. I know how it can help my potential business grow. It’s all about
being realistic and making the right decision.
Source:
Bellantoni, C.
(2013, May 24). Does Technology Offer Anyone a Big Break in Entertainment
Industry? | PBS NewsHour. Retrieved November 24, 2013, from
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/2013/05/does-technology-crack-open-entertainment-industry-for-anyone.html
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