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• How to stand out in a crowded inbox with compelling brand pitches.

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⭐ The Future of Casting in Hollywood

@ducktakes

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Maya Hawke just made a shocking revelation about how Hollywood casting works today. In a recent podcast interview, she shared that social media following is now a major factor in landing roles, even for traditional actors.

Key Takeaways for Digital Creators:

1. Follower Count Matters – Many producers require a certain number of total followers across a cast to secure funding for a film.

2. Actors Are Facing the Same Pressures as Influencers – Even Hollywood stars like Maya Hawke feel the tension between artistic integrity and maintaining an online presence.

3. Deleting Social Media Isn’t an Option for Many – Hawke wanted to delete her Instagram but was advised against it by directors, as it could impact casting decisions.

With Hollywood blending acting talent and social media influence, will we see more digital creators leading blockbuster movies?

^{For the full recap from DuckTakes, click here.}

💡 The Creation of Creator Campuses

Whalar, a leading creator and talent management company, is launching The Lighthouse, a series of physical campuses designed to support creators in learning, collaboration, and content production. These membership-based spaces will offer lecture halls, private offices, and audio-video production facilities, aiming to provide a comprehensive environment for creators to develop their skills and businesses.

The first campuses are set to open in Venice, California, and Brooklyn, New York, with a London location planned for 2025. Memberships are projected at approximately $5,750 per year, with subsidized options available through the Lighthouse Academy for underrepresented creators from local communities.

Whalar aims to professionalize the creator industry through education and community building. The campuses will offer courses on topics such as e-commerce strategies, AI utilization, and legal considerations, addressing the evolving needs of creators as they navigate their careers.

^{For the full article from KC Ifeanyi at FastCompany, click here.}

▶️ Veo 2’s YouTube Shorts Takeover

YouTube is taking AI-powered content creation to the next level with Veo 2, Google DeepMind’s latest video generation model. Integrated into Dream Screen, this update allows creators to generate high-quality, realistic video clips with just a text prompt. Whether you need a specific scene, a cinematic effect, or an entirely new world, Veo 2 makes it easier than ever to bring your ideas to life.

• Generate Standalone Video Clips – Instantly create AI-powered clips to enhance any of your Shorts.

• Faster & More Realistic Outputs – Veo 2 improves real-world physics, human movement, and cinematic styles.

• Easy Integration with Shorts – Use Dream Screen to generate video backgrounds or standalone clips with simple text prompts.

With Veo 2, the creative possibilities are endless. What kind of AI-generated video will you make first?

^{For the full article from Dina Berrada at YouTube, click here.}

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~ Brian F.

Content We Referenced Today:

1. The Future of Casting in Hollywood - DuckTakes

2.  The Creation of Creator Campuses - FastCompany

3. Veo 2 is coming to YouTube Shorts - YouTube