Top 3 DIY Tools For Artist & Producers

Top 3 DIY Tools for Artists and Producers

Today in music, having the right tools can make really enhance your work flow. Whether you’re trying to post content, manage your online presence, or engage with your audience, there are several DIY tools as I like to call them that can help you do what your doing. Let’s dive into three essential tools that I use that you can use to elevate your creative workflow and business operations mane.

1. Opus Clip: Simplifying Content Repurposing

One of the primary tools that can help in pushing content out is Opus Clip. This tool is really useful for artists, producers, content creators, etc. who create long-form content and want to magnify its reach. Opus Clip automatically chops up your long videos into shorter clips, making it easier to share across different platforms.

Features: Opus Clip can break down a single videos (long-form) into about 15 shorter pieces, depending on the original length. It provides a score for each piece too, evaluating its value, flow, and hook, which helps you understand the potential of how it will perform on social media.
Pricing: The Pro Plan costs $29 a month, while the Starter Pack is available for $15 a month. The prices are feasible.
Alternatives: While Opus Clip is highly effective, there’s a lot a few others use of of them is CapCut. I mentioned that one because I use it all the time for editing and always see the feature. But CapCut has been moving a lot of features to a paid version, which can be frustrating for users especially if they don’t know how to edit like that. When you get good at editing, you don’t really need all those extra features any way.

For an alternative to CapCut, consider using Edit Maker. Although it doesn’t support long-form to short-form conversions directly, it integrates with platforms like Pexels, Giphy, and Unsplash allowing you to add b-roll easy.

2. ChatGPT: Your AI Assistant

Another must-have tool for creatives is ChatGPT, an AI-driven assistant that can help with a variety of tasks you have. From troubleshooting technical problems to generating creative ideas, ChatGPT can be a game-changer in your workflow.

Pricing: While there’s a free plan available, the $20 a month subscription unlocks more features and capabilities, it’s a good investment for entrepreneurs.
Understanding AI: Many people still find AI concepts confusing. To put it simply, think of ChatGPT as a more interactive version of Google, or like a virtual assistant similar to Jarvis from the Iron Man Movie—though not as advanced, it’s evolving quick. Can’t even imagine what it will be like in 5-10 years.

3. ManyChat: Engaging with Your Audience, Build a List

Lastly, ManyChat is a powerful tool for managing audience engagement and building email lists. It allows you to automate dm’s on social media, making it easier to interact with fans and followers.

Email Collection: ManyChat lets you set up trigger comments on your posts. For instance, you can make it to where, if someone comments a specific emoji on your post, it can trigger an automatic response that sends dm’s to collects their email, phone number, etc.

ManyChat offers a free plan that allows you to collect up to 1,000 contacts, which is great for those just starting out. Once you exceed this limit, you can upgrade to the Pro plan for $15 a month.
SuperPhone Alternative: Another option for collecting contacts I would suggest is SuperPhone. This is dope to use if you have a good size following and engagement. It functions kind of like ManyChat in a way but focuses more on SMS engagement and using a phone number as a capture form. This can be real effective if you have a solid fan base and want to keep them updated on events or releases.
Final Thought: Elevating Your Creative Process

When you think about it, the right tools can really enhance how efficient you are and your effectiveness as a creative. Opus Clip gonna help posting content seamless, ChatGPT really like an assistant, and ManyChat helps you engage with your audience effectively. By integrating these tools into your workflow, you can focus more on what you love—doing more. Whether you’re just starting out or trying to scale your business, these DIY tools are essential for moving faster while you out here navigating family.

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