Hollywood is a notoriously exclusive space where entertainers have come to enjoy and express their arts and crafts within the industry of film, and television amongst their peers. For someone looking from the outside-in, it would appear to be so exclusive that it is ultimately unattainable. Throughout the years even with the growth of technology and the emergence of social media, Hollywood exclusivity still remains intact in the digital era. Even more so, for newcomers hoping to achieve their shot at breaking into the fold.
As the saying goes, it’s not about what you know, but who you know; and to break into such an exclusive fold as a new actor, crew, or otherwise entertainment professional, you must be in the space to kick-start the conversation. The vision of creating a space for entertainment professionals to connect was the early origin story and subsequent development of Tap.
The major question that any innovator asks themselves when creating a new product or service is this— what problem does this solve for the consumer?
For us, it was the question of how we can create a space in a notoriously exclusive industry to benefit the very people involved within it.
Tap is more than an app, it’s an experience. It is a resource hub and a place for everyone in entertainment. From the aspiring actor and production crew member to the film financier and executive, Tap is the first space where entertainment professionals can connect with other peers, network, and build impactful relationships.
In the digital age, catfishing is a well-known challenge in building relationships with people online. How do you truly know if the person behind the screen is who they truly say they are? Tap, through biometric verification, confirms user identities prior to accepting their membership in the app. To further enhance our verification process, we recently announced our licensing award with IMDb, the NASDAQ company known for providing valuable information on movies, TV shows, and celebrities. Through our innovative biometric verification system accompanied by IMDb’s verified studio credentials and information, these both work hand in hand to ensure that users are engaging with other vetted entertainment professionals.
We’re here to make professional networking in the entertainment industry accessible, and with advanced technology to help support effective connection building. With Tap., we can achieve our goals of entertainment professionals connecting, working, and breaking barriers as they enter the fold of the exclusive Hollywood space.
Jean-Que Dar, Founder, and CEO of Tap.
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