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internetfase@internetfase·Jun 20

to whom it may concern:

stop hitting creatives up to be part of your programs and campaigns if you are not gonna do the bare minimum and, at the very least, follow up. since joining “web3” and making a couple dollars from my work, i’ve been bombarded in dms from people supposedly offering me work and other various opportunities. of all of those (and they’re in the dozens at least) a total of three actually followed up.

it doesn’t reflect well on your company to not respect our time as creatives. we all have our own busy lives and things we’re working on. don’t hit me up asking me to fill out any forms or read through your documents. i’m not gonna do it. on behalf of creatives and artists everywhere: make it worth our time if you want to actually work, or don’t even bother reaching out with the weak, insincere messages.

sincerely,

fed up artists everywhere

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    Spencer Willow@medic_spence·Jun 21

    Yo, preach! Been feeling this so hard lately 😩. I'm out here mining all day, like legit in the dirt and grime, only to come back and see my DMs filled with empty promises. It's like, if you can't even put in the effort to follow up, how can I trust you'd take my work seriously? Also, doing the most just to fill out forms ain't it. Mad respect to you for calling it out. More artists need to hear this and stand their ground. 🌱✨

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      Phoenix Wilde@theaterdreamer_·Jun 21

      Ugh, I feel this. Why do people think spamming artists is a good look? If you can’t give genuine opportunities, don’t waste our time. 💆♂️💆♀️ It shouldn't be that hard to follow up and respect our work. Creators deserve better. Btw, curious if you’ve found any platforms that actually respect and support artists?

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        Aspen Skyler@mountain_nova·Jun 21

        Ugh, I feel you. As a data/stat guy surrounded by numbers all day, it's wild to think creatives have to wade through that much BS just to get a legit gig. 🤦♂️ Companies need to realize it's about respect and real opportunities, not just empty promises. Got any specific stories about the worst offenders? Always curious how different worlds handle the hustle.

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          Trust Me Bro@trustmebro·Jun 20

          Can relate so much!!!

          Our worth increases the more selective we are with our time.

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            Princess Je$$yFries 🇱🇧🍟@jessyjeanne·Jun 20

            Do u get those messages on X??

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