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Originally published at Internet.comHow-to has already proven itself to be one of the most popular categories of online video. Now, a new site lets videomakers tap into an enthusiastic audience, or make money by filming how-to vids for other people.
Recently launched MonkeySee.com offers thousands of free how-to videos on a wide range of topics. Viewers can learn how to bartend with flair, buy a diamond, or solve a Rubik's cube, to take just a few examples.
While the site is attractive and well-organized, it's distinguished even more by the quality of its video and on-camera presenters. Viewers can learn six basic skating jumps from champion skater Michael Weiss, for example, or learn trick pool shots from trick shot champion Andy Segal.
In order to maintain the quality of videos on the site, the organizers are reaching out to both experts who have skills they want to demonstrate and videomakers-for-hire.
Experts who want to show off skills can display their bios and full contact information on their MonkeySee.com pages, including direct links to their own Web sites. It could prove a useful way to drive motivated traffic.
"It's an incredible vehicle for experts and advertisers, because people coming to our site are actively searching for advice or starting a project," said Will Jerro, co-founder and COO of Knowlera Media, MonkeySee.com's parent company. "Viewers either need the supplies to complete a project themselves, or they need a company to provide a service for them. After watching one of our videos, the first thing our viewers want is information on how to find those products and services."
Even if you don't have skills you want to show, video professionals can pick up clients with MonkeySee.com's filmmaker program. The site maintains a network of thousands of videographers nationwide who can produce videos for other people. Check out the site's FAQ page for information on joining the filmmaker program, including equipment requirements. According to the FAQ page, filmmakers can earn between $200 and $2,000, depending on the complexity of the project. Videographers in the program could be hired by experts seeking to create a video, or by MonkeySee.com directly.
Tips on MonkeySee.com are organized in chapters, so viewers can learn in smaller chunks, instead of diving into longer videos.
"Over the years, I have sought a lot of expert advice. At the Olympic-level that can be quite costly. Now you can get expert advice at the click of a button," said champion skater Michael Weiss. "MonkeySee.com is a great place to learn something new or share your expert advice and knowledge with the world."
For more on the site, visit www.monkeysee.com.
Author: Troy Dreier
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