The Day I Got the Sack: Gemma's Story (Enhanced DVD)

Gemma’s dreams of a musical career are squashed by X Factor’s Simon Cowell on television. Although she is defeated she is still motivated to pursue a musical career. However, her rejection has caused her to doubt whether or not she can accomplish her dream. Shaa Wasmund helps inspire Gemma and confirms her ability by hiring a music coach. She helps improve Gemma’s fan base outside of X Factor fans by using Bebo, a social networking site, and her profile page gets 22,000 visits in just one week. She also gets a job as a band promoter which she can use to supplement her performance earnings. (24 minutes)

Segments in this video include:

Gemma's Story (02:51) – Shaa Wasmund, a business coach, helps Gemma get inspired to work on music again after her X Factor run ends in rejection.

Online Music Profile (03:18) – Technology has allowed artists to have their voice heard by more people than ever around the world easily. Making a profile on Myspace or Bebo is a great way to get heard and to expand your brand as a musician, and these tools are used by Shaa to help Gemma get more views and interest in her music.

Creating a Brand (02:52) – Music industry success takes hard work and focus to maximize your potential as much as possible.

Follow Up With Gemma (03:23) – Gemma works with coach Shaa Wasmund to focus on her upcoming plans and discuss her recent progress.

The Day I Got the Sack: Gemma's Story

Enhanced DVD

ISBN: 978-1-61733-633-1

Run Time: 24 Minutes

Copyright Date: 2006

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