Show & Tell: How to Build an Effective Music Campaign

Hi there. I’m Hayley, Kickstarter’s Music Campaign Strategist. Over the years, I’ve helped thousands of musicians on Kickstarter build community around their new projects, including some of our biggest Music campaigns. I want to share…

I have no community. And it feels fake to actively build one.

Passion & planning will always set you apart

At 26-years old, Peter Dering’s journey backpacking through Asia set him on the path of entrepreneurship. Like most photographers, he found his DSLR camera heavy and precarious, especially when traveling on a motorcycle or climbing up a mountain. His…

What is the best advice you have for finding and working with a manufacturer?

Pro Tip: Before launching your Kickstarter, you must take into account manufacturing and shipping costs of your project. Creators Adam J. Kurtz, Taryn Tuss and Jennifer Deluzio share their…

Tell us your Kickstarter Story

As a creator, you’re part of something amazing. A community of independent creatives who have developed…

Links We Like, 6/18: Your story is the key. 🔑

There’s a story of creativity and passion behind every project on Kickstarter, and we’re constantly in awe of that. No matter how you choose to share your story –– with great images, or a powerful narrative, the links below are sure to inspire.