AnimConnect

Startup Idea: A platform that connects recent animation graduates in Australia with studios looking for talent, providing them with access to job opportunities, networking events, and portfolio feedback to increase their chances of getting hired

Pain point: people with animation degrees in Australia are struggling to find studio work despite completing traineeships and having relevant experiences

Categories
Animationcareer Job Matching Networking Events Portfolio Feedback
Idea Generated From
Reddit Post: State of the animation industry in Australia?
Potential Monthly Revenue
$6000

Business Plan:

Introduction:

Our platform aims to bridge the gap between recent animation graduates in Australia and studios seeking new talent. By providing a centralized hub for job opportunities, networking events, and portfolio feedback, we intend to increase the employment rates of animation graduates and assist studios in finding skilled professionals.

Target Market:

Our target market includes recent animation graduates in Australia who are struggling to find employment in the industry. Additionally, we will cater to animation studios and production companies seeking fresh talent to join their teams.

Value Proposition:

  • For Animation Graduates:
  • Access to job opportunities from top studios in Australia
  • Networking events to connect with industry professionals
  • Portfolio feedback to enhance their chances of getting hired
  • For Studios:
  • Easy access to a pool of talented and motivated animation graduates
  • Opportunity to participate in networking events to scout new talent
  • Provide feedback on portfolios to ensure alignment with studio requirements

Revenue Streams:

  1. Subscription Fees for Animation Graduates:

  2. Monthly subscription for access to job opportunities, networking events, and portfolio feedback.

  3. Platform Membership Fees for Studios:

  4. Monthly or annual fees for studios to have access to the platform and post job openings, participate in networking events, and provide portfolio feedback.

Marketing and Growth Strategy:

  • Collaborate with animation schools and institutions to promote the platform to their graduates.
  • Utilize social media and digital marketing to reach a wider audience of animation professionals and studios.
  • Offer incentives for referrals from both animation graduates and studios.

Estimated Monthly Revenue:

To calculate the estimated monthly revenue, we need to consider the number of animation graduates subscribing to the platform and the number of studios paying for membership. Assuming: - Average subscription fee per animation graduate: $20 - Number of animation graduates subscribing: 200 - Average platform membership fee for studios: $100 - Number of studios paying for membership: 20

Estimated Monthly Revenue: $6,000

By providing a valuable and innovative solution to the animation industry in Australia, our platform aims to support the growth and success of both animation graduates and studios.