So my super chill-gorgeous-blogger-virtual-Internet-gal pal HeyitsalexP recommended me to write about "Flyering up", and of course I'm going to take her request, for lack of a better word (I like to think it was advice) because her blog is super huge, and well, I'd be stupid not to, so I start with this:
The Art of Flyer-ing around New York:
What is flyer-ing up exactly?
It's pretty self explanatory, but for those of you who don't understand, it's basically promoting bands in your local city. Putting up posters at cafes, posting stickers where they aren't wanted, and handing out cool shit at shows.
Here are some pointers (mostly applied to those of you who are in school, work, or wherever the fuck):
1) Unless you have lots of time of your hands don't bring a stack of flyer with you because you will probably forget (get lazy; distracted) to put them up. Focus on a few at a time. On your way out carry a few in your backpack.
2) Don't put them on in store on your free will, always ask! Just walk in the store and say "Hey, do you mind if I just put up a few posters" They'll most likely say yes, and you'll possibly even wind up developing some sort of a relationship with employees, local shoppers...managers.
You know what that means right? Free everything! Naw, I'm lying but hey, you never know.
3) If you're going to post on a "post no bills" wall then I simply say, don't get caught. I'm too much of a pussy to try it but for you bad-asses out there, be my guest.
4) Buy tape, good tape, expensive tape! Oh, and a marker! Don't be cheap. That's coming from me, the self proclaimed Queen of Cheap, so I mean it!
5) Don't just strictly go to trendy cafes, and bars. Go to the most random places you can think of, like a laundry mat, or even places like Starbucks. Wait in line for the bathroom, and instead of taking a wee post that shit up. No one will know it was you, so you're good.
6) Don't forget your camera! You want to record most of the pictures you've taken that was you can report to you "boss".
For those of you who want to Intern somewhere, "Street Team"! I'm telling you! Do it! Be that annoying person shoving flyers down peoples throat. We all really love it! You can add it to your resume if you don't have any other previous experience, it will pay off, believe me.
You guys are lucky I'm sharing this because I'd like to be selfish and keep this to myself but I try to be "for the people" as much as possible..uh.
Anyway, I think I covered the basics.
The Art of Flyer-ing around New York:
What is flyer-ing up exactly?
It's pretty self explanatory, but for those of you who don't understand, it's basically promoting bands in your local city. Putting up posters at cafes, posting stickers where they aren't wanted, and handing out cool shit at shows.
Here are some pointers (mostly applied to those of you who are in school, work, or wherever the fuck):
1) Unless you have lots of time of your hands don't bring a stack of flyer with you because you will probably forget (get lazy; distracted) to put them up. Focus on a few at a time. On your way out carry a few in your backpack.
2) Don't put them on in store on your free will, always ask! Just walk in the store and say "Hey, do you mind if I just put up a few posters" They'll most likely say yes, and you'll possibly even wind up developing some sort of a relationship with employees, local shoppers...managers.
You know what that means right? Free everything! Naw, I'm lying but hey, you never know.
3) If you're going to post on a "post no bills" wall then I simply say, don't get caught. I'm too much of a pussy to try it but for you bad-asses out there, be my guest.
4) Buy tape, good tape, expensive tape! Oh, and a marker! Don't be cheap. That's coming from me, the self proclaimed Queen of Cheap, so I mean it!
5) Don't just strictly go to trendy cafes, and bars. Go to the most random places you can think of, like a laundry mat, or even places like Starbucks. Wait in line for the bathroom, and instead of taking a wee post that shit up. No one will know it was you, so you're good.
6) Don't forget your camera! You want to record most of the pictures you've taken that was you can report to you "boss".
For those of you who want to Intern somewhere, "Street Team"! I'm telling you! Do it! Be that annoying person shoving flyers down peoples throat. We all really love it! You can add it to your resume if you don't have any other previous experience, it will pay off, believe me.
You guys are lucky I'm sharing this because I'd like to be selfish and keep this to myself but I try to be "for the people" as much as possible..uh.
Anyway, I think I covered the basics.
Dear Reader,
If you have any questions or concerns with this post leave a comment, silly!
Sasha
Yes! All my questions about those mysterious fliers are revealed!
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ReplyDeletehaha nice one. I'll put all these into consideration when next i have flyers to put up..xx
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