Graphic Artist Memberships

Graphic artists and models play key roles in the marketing of albums, compilations, and soundtracks. These individuals can be one of the best assets a record label, a storefront, or a band possess in catching the eye of the customer, whether the customer is visiting a brick-and-mortar music store, or being dazzled while exploring the Internet. The presentation of a superior design or a beautiful lady on an album cover can make all the difference when compared to the subpar images that some albums display.

In addition, quality graphic design is required to promote CD release parties, live performances, or other promotional events. These activities require good visual presentation. Many record labels are shrewd in the methods that are used in these endeavours, and even bands have caught on to how a single high-profile image, especially if it includes an attractive woman or man, can make all the difference. The image is the wrapper that manifests the flavour and mood of the melodies to be presented.

Graphic artistry and professional modeling are found in the clothing industry, as well as various other music media outlets. Both graphics and modeling have forged a solid market based on different musical styles, which in turn influence the lifestyle and tastes of legions of fans. This has led to regular jobs for many, and very successful careers for those who possess comprehensive portfolios.

How can we help these professions? How may we serve a graphic artist? How can a model obtain more visibility using DJ-Draven.com? Examine what the membership packages include, and you will see how both artists and models can have access to promotional channels they never knew existed....

Detailed below are what the two membership packages currently offer. More features will be added to each package, but the cost will never increase for those who are active, paying members of this website.

Basic Package:

A profile that is tailored to your tastes;
Interviews with a focus on the strengths you can offer to a record label— online text, and/or pre-recorded audio;
A portfolio which will help present your skills to both resident bands and record labels;
Tying your portfolio to any resident skills you may have (eg. musical performance, dancing, PA set up—
even if you are an icon in your area, this can be a HUGE asset to the music world (e.g. bands and labels);
Access to our network of professional contacts, including bands and record labels affiliated with this website;
A chance to become a part of our upcoming showcase: "Visual Artist Of The Month" (models included);
A written bio provided by you, or a bio written for you by the moderators of this website, subject to your approval;
Reviews of your presentation, placing focus on where you are best suited;
Links to your websites, including social networking sites such as MySpace ®, etc.;
Links for listeners to purchase your printed work, or other merchandise you may be offering;
Your web banner included in the regular banner rotation, visible on many areas of this website.

Advanced Package (upgrades in addition to the Basic Package):

Submission of your interviews to magazines, subject to your approval;
information regarding events that would be useful to you, such as festivals, CD release parties, etc.;
Information posted on the Event Calendar for any promotional activities you may be involved in;
Evaluations of any website you may possess, offered on behalf of our programmers and Internet marketing staff;
A press kit sent to promising bands and labels, which will be tied to an overall package.

As with anything related to business, there is always an expense. These fees are in place to ensure that we can continue to support the bands and the
musical artists, who we are always here for. However, the cost is quite low— it's a very minor expense to you!

NOTE:

The fees below cover all that is offered above. There are no hidden costs! (please refer to the terms of service for more information);
Prices are subject to change for monthly advertising memberships, whereas prices will not increase for each month prepaid (yearly).
Please note that the price in US dollars is the constant base price. Due to repetitive flucuations in exchange rates, please refer to online resources (such as www.xe.com) to get the most up-to-date costs. We will update the listed costs in UK pounds and EU euros regularly, but we can't guarantee that the listed cost in these currencies is always accurate.

Basic Package		United States ($)	United Kingdom (£)	Europe/Russia (€)	setup fee ($)
	monthly:	10.00	6,34	7.45	10.00
	yearly:	120.00	76,04	89.45	0.00

Advanced Package		United States ($)	United Kingdom (£)	Europe/Russia (€)	setup fee ($)
	monthly:	25.00	15,84	18.64	10.00
	yearly:	250.00	158,43	186.35	0.00



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