Cideshow is a streaming platform that empowers viewers to influence content creation by allowing them to vote on series development and participate in production decisions. This interactive model addresses the disconnect between traditional network executives and audience preferences, offering participants rewards such as onscreen credits and exclusive event access.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional television networks often struggle to accurately gauge audience preferences, leading to content that doesn't resonate with viewers. This disconnect results in wasted resources, lower viewership, and a lack of engagement between creators and their audience.
Solution
Cideshow is a streaming platform that directly involves viewers in the content creation process. By allowing users to vote on series development and participate in production decisions, Cideshow bridges the gap between traditional network executives and audience preferences. This interactive model empowers viewers to shape the content they consume, fostering a more engaged and loyal audience. Participants are rewarded for their contributions with incentives such as onscreen credits and exclusive event access.
Target Audience
Cideshow targets viewers who want to actively participate in the creation of the content they consume, as well as aspiring showrunners and producers looking for a platform to connect with their audience.
Features
- Interactive voting system for series development
- Opportunities for viewers to participate in production decisions
- Reward system including onscreen credits and exclusive event access
- Platform for submitting series and movie pitches