Publicity
Triple Bill Show (2015)
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Publicity is one of the most important and unestimated elements of theatre. Why?
Because at the end of the day, it is publicity that is going to generate ticket sales, and bring the audiences to come and see the show! Publicity encompasses a whole range of activities, from graphic designing good-looking posters for shows, to drawing up detailed publicity/marketing plans for social media, to planning photoshoots to attract potential audiences to the show. |
SOCIAL MEDIA PLANNING
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With the everchanging evolution of technology, social media has become a more vital and present tool to reach audience members to see shows! It is because of this that social media planning is so essential as a publicist.
From Facebook, Twitter to Instagram, the exposure of the show relies heavily on awareness from the general public. With how much people look at social media, it is hardly a surprise that awareness about events, such as a theatre show, will be heavily influenced by social media. Social media planning takes work and can also be lots of fun as well! First things first though, an event or show Facebook page is imperative to begin inviting friends and other theatre enthusiasts. After that, detailed planning of Facebook posts, including creating interesting content, such as rehearsal snapshots, video promotion or production photos, can play an important part in pacing a show's overall publicity and getting people to buy tickets to the show. |
Into the Woods (2015)
The Temple (2015)
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GRAPHIC DESIGN
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Making a show look good, whether that is on social media or on print, relies on an eye-catchingly brilliant design. This should be coordinated with the director's vision of the show to ensure that that the appropriate information and concept of the show is advertised. Your graphic design will be used for general advertising material, Facebook cover photos and posters. Publicity and graphic designers do not necessarily have to be the same person. However, with that - there must be a clear vision and collaboration between graphic designer and publicist, to ensure consistency of visual and text promotion. |
When the Rain Stops Falling (2015)
Monologue and Duologue Night (2015)
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MERCHANDISE
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As per show tradition, cast and crew will always end up buying show merchandise!
Whether the show decides to have T-Shirts or Hoodies, it is the publicist's job to get this organised to make the show stand out and recognised weeks before the show will begin. Walking around UNSW campus is the perfect way to grab some attention from passer-bys, and perhaps some curiosity to see what the show is all about! On your left is a quilt of long time member Michael Soul's NUTS show shirts and jumpers. Now that's quite a collection. Better start auditioning now guys! |
A Quilt of NUTS History
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WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
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The publicity and graphic designing opportunities only await you! Join NUTS now to begin a journey that you'll never regret. |
Old NUTS Publicity for Club Bar
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