You're planning an event but are left in a dilemma when it comes to shortlisting artistes and performers for the programme? Either you are not sure of their credibility or the standards promised are not delivered.
Offering a solution to this very problem is 'Gigstart', a startup that was conceptualised to fill the gap between the vast entertainment talent found across the country and people who are looking to curate events themselves.
The startup aims to make way for a unique process of event planning that empowers consumers to customise events as per their specific requirements, from makeup and mehendi artists to sound rentals, standup acts and celebrity appearances.
It connects event managers, college students, promoters and wedding planners — anyone who wants to book an artiste to the talent.
"Given the lack of transparency when it comes to booking artistes, this is an extremely helpful tool for both artistes and event planners to maintain contact, be transparent about costs and bookings and give the artistes visibility," says Anirban Blah, the CEO.
So how did it all start? "The idea for this platform was conceptualised in 2013. Atit Jain, the ex co-founder, approached Shreyas Kendurkar with the idea. It is specifically for entertainers and clients. An entertainer creates a profile, uploads the content and our team verifies the authenticity of the content. It does not matter if the content is extensive and detailed or brief and novel, it is a platform for everyone with any entertainment content," states Anirban.
He adds that while planning an event, the founders realised the ramshackle circumstances the entertainment industry constantly strives in.
The solution was to create something which would be a one-stop shop to cater to innovative and customised solutions for someone looking to create live experiences.
"The idea is for live entertainers and artistes to be available for bookings on a single platform, right from mainstream, commercial Bollywood celebrities to offbeat, edgy and unconventional entertainers like magicians, musicians, DJs, comic artistes and motivational speakers among others. The aim is not only to save time, but also create a seamless and transparent experience, where one can tailor-make their live event through an online marketplace," he adds.
The platform has been helpful for independent artistes looking for good work opportunities and also for people looking for hassle-free quality performances.
"Here an independent artiste can get exposure by easily creating their profile and showcasing their work. The idea is to increase exposure and make easy the process of discovering and being discovered. The whole system is stress-free where once booked, the artiste is confirmed for the event. Our app makes the process transparent and quick."
Opportunities are available not only for indigenous artistes from all over the country, but 'Gigstart' also gives an amalgamation of people like students, wedding planners and event curators from smaller cities an option of connecting with artistes from other cities. With an app like that, your dream gig could just be a click away!
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You’re planning an event but are left in a dilemma when it comes to shortlisting artistes and performers for the programme? Either you are not sure of their credibility or the standards promised are not delivered.
Offering a solution to this very problem is 'Gigstart’, a startup that was conceptualised to fill the gap between the vast entertainment talent found across the country and people who are looking to curate events themselves.
The startup aims to make way for a unique process of event planning that empowers consumers to customise events as per their specific requirements, from makeup and mehendi artists to sound rentals, standup acts and celebrity appearances.
It connects event managers, college students, promoters and wedding planners — anyone who wants to book an artiste to the talent.
"Given the lack of transparency when it comes to booking artistes, this is an extremely helpful tool for both artistes and event planners to maintain contact, be transparent about costs and bookings and give the artistes visibility,” says Anirban Blah, the CEO.
So how did it all start? "The idea for this platform was conceptualised in 2013. Atit Jain, the ex co-founder, approached Shreyas Kendurkar with the idea. It is specifically for entertainers and clients. An entertainer creates a profile, uploads the content and our team verifies the authenticity of the content. It does not matter if the content is extensive and detailed or brief and novel, it is a platform for everyone with any entertainment content,” states Anirban.
He adds that while planning an event, the founders realised the ramshackle circumstances the entertainment industry constantly strives in.
The solution was to create something which would be a one-stop shop to cater to innovative and customised solutions for someone looking to create live experiences.
"The idea is for live entertainers and artistes to be available for bookings on a single platform, right from mainstream, commercial Bollywood celebrities to offbeat, edgy and unconventional entertainers like magicians, musicians, DJs, comic artistes and motivational speakers among others. The aim is not only to save time, but also create a seamless and transparent experience, where one can tailor-make their live event through an online marketplace,” he adds.
The platform has been helpful for independent artistes looking for good work opportunities and also for people looking for hassle-free quality performances.
"Here an independent artiste can get exposure by easily creating their profile and showcasing their work. The idea is to increase exposure and make easy the process of discovering and being discovered. The whole system is stress-free where once booked, the artiste is confirmed for the event. Our app makes the process transparent and quick.”
Opportunities are available not only for indigenous artistes from all over the country, but 'Gigstart’ also gives an amalgamation of people like students, wedding planners and event curators from smaller cities an option of connecting with artistes from other cities. With an app like that, your dream gig could just be a click away!
Offering a solution to this very problem is 'Gigstart', a startup that was conceptualised to fill the gap between the vast entertainment talent found across the country and people who are looking to curate events themselves.
The startup aims to make way for a unique process of event planning that empowers consumers to customise events as per their specific requirements, from makeup and mehendi artists to sound rentals, standup acts and celebrity appearances.
It connects event managers, college students, promoters and wedding planners — anyone who wants to book an artiste to the talent.
"Given the lack of transparency when it comes to booking artistes, this is an extremely helpful tool for both artistes and event planners to maintain contact, be transparent about costs and bookings and give the artistes visibility," says Anirban Blah, the CEO.
So how did it all start? "The idea for this platform was conceptualised in 2013. Atit Jain, the ex co-founder, approached Shreyas Kendurkar with the idea. It is specifically for entertainers and clients. An entertainer creates a profile, uploads the content and our team verifies the authenticity of the content. It does not matter if the content is extensive and detailed or brief and novel, it is a platform for everyone with any entertainment content," states Anirban.
He adds that while planning an event, the founders realised the ramshackle circumstances the entertainment industry constantly strives in.
The solution was to create something which would be a one-stop shop to cater to innovative and customised solutions for someone looking to create live experiences.
"The idea is for live entertainers and artistes to be available for bookings on a single platform, right from mainstream, commercial Bollywood celebrities to offbeat, edgy and unconventional entertainers like magicians, musicians, DJs, comic artistes and motivational speakers among others. The aim is not only to save time, but also create a seamless and transparent experience, where one can tailor-make their live event through an online marketplace," he adds.
The platform has been helpful for independent artistes looking for good work opportunities and also for people looking for hassle-free quality performances.
"Here an independent artiste can get exposure by easily creating their profile and showcasing their work. The idea is to increase exposure and make easy the process of discovering and being discovered. The whole system is stress-free where once booked, the artiste is confirmed for the event. Our app makes the process transparent and quick."
Opportunities are available not only for indigenous artistes from all over the country, but 'Gigstart' also gives an amalgamation of people like students, wedding planners and event curators from smaller cities an option of connecting with artistes from other cities. With an app like that, your dream gig could just be a click away!
You’re planning an event but are left in a dilemma when it comes to shortlisting artistes and performers for the programme? Either you are not sure of their credibility or the standards promised are not delivered. Offering a solution to this very problem is 'Gigstart’, a startup that was conceptualised to fill the gap between the vast entertainment talent found across the country and people who are looking to curate events themselves.
The startup aims to make way for a unique process of event planning that empowers consumers to customise events as per their specific requirements, from makeup and mehendi artists to sound rentals, standup acts and celebrity appearances.
It connects event managers, college students, promoters and wedding planners — anyone who wants to book an artiste to the talent.
"Given the lack of transparency when it comes to booking artistes, this is an extremely helpful tool for both artistes and event planners to maintain contact, be transparent about costs and bookings and give the artistes visibility,” says Anirban Blah, the CEO.
So how did it all start? "The idea for this platform was conceptualised in 2013. Atit Jain, the ex co-founder, approached Shreyas Kendurkar with the idea. It is specifically for entertainers and clients. An entertainer creates a profile, uploads the content and our team verifies the authenticity of the content. It does not matter if the content is extensive and detailed or brief and novel, it is a platform for everyone with any entertainment content,” states Anirban.
He adds that while planning an event, the founders realised the ramshackle circumstances the entertainment industry constantly strives in.
The solution was to create something which would be a one-stop shop to cater to innovative and customised solutions for someone looking to create live experiences.
"The idea is for live entertainers and artistes to be available for bookings on a single platform, right from mainstream, commercial Bollywood celebrities to offbeat, edgy and unconventional entertainers like magicians, musicians, DJs, comic artistes and motivational speakers among others. The aim is not only to save time, but also create a seamless and transparent experience, where one can tailor-make their live event through an online marketplace,” he adds.
The platform has been helpful for independent artistes looking for good work opportunities and also for people looking for hassle-free quality performances.
"Here an independent artiste can get exposure by easily creating their profile and showcasing their work. The idea is to increase exposure and make easy the process of discovering and being discovered. The whole system is stress-free where once booked, the artiste is confirmed for the event. Our app makes the process transparent and quick.”
Opportunities are available not only for indigenous artistes from all over the country, but 'Gigstart’ also gives an amalgamation of people like students, wedding planners and event curators from smaller cities an option of connecting with artistes from other cities. With an app like that, your dream gig could just be a click away!