The web video explosion is creating demand for content and service exchanges that work at internet speed. Two among the many players in this space are bid4vid and Cutcaster. Cutcaster was established a year ago as an exchange for professional video and photos that allows buyers and sellers to set licensing terms and price, and helps media makers find the right price based on current market conditions. bid4vid is a nascent Los Gatos, California start-up, might be on to something, they are building a video exchange linking those who make media with those who need media. It’s too early in their evolution to know how well it’s going to work out, but it’s certainly a good idea. Right now their web site is very sparse, but more information should be available soon.
I use Cutcaster all the time already, and I’ll use it even more as they continue to grow. Great concept, and is the first place I look for all my video needs.
Follow what’s happening with Cutcaster at the cutcaster blog: http://cutcaster.blogspot.com/
thanks James and David for the write up and heads up on bid4vid. looks like a cool company as well and i wish them luck.. if people had questions about cutcaster they can email me at john AT cutcaster DOT com or check out the site at http://www.cutcaster.com and sign up. we are still in alpha and not really telling people so please pardon our appearance as we are undergoing some construction ;-)
Thanks David and great name for your blog. I was a German minor in univ. so I know what kino means in that language ;-) Nice call.
John, thanks for coming by! I look forward to seeing how Cutcaster evolves, the traditional video stock paradigm needs a shake-up!