Amidst talks of a TikTok ban possibly happening, many filmmakers have been reaching out to us to ask whether or not TikTok or YouTube is better for filmmakers in the coming year. This is a very complicated question, so today, we're going to spend some time trying to answer it for you. We'll look into the pros and cons of each platform and come up with a plan of action. Sound good? Let's dive in. Unpacking TikTokTikTok is a social media platform that prioritizes short-form videos. These videos are usually shot vertically and can be used for anything from storytelling to self-promotion to just doing a trending dance. The platform is built for people who want real-time feedback from an audience and usually for people who want to market themselves as influencers or market a product to people watching.There are also a lot of "How To" videos on here that offer a short-form look at education. So, how does this help filmmakers? TikTok for Filmmakers When it comes to social platforms, TikTok has a huge international reach. It's a good way to condense ideas into messages and get them out with viral quality. We have an entire article on how can TikTok be used by filmmakers. We don't see a path on TikTok to release feature films, or really a path to release anything other than trailers or possible stunt shorts that are meant to be seen vertically. The limits with TikTok are always just timing and an audience. I'm not...
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