An electronic press kit can be a great representation of you or your band, and could be a crucial part of your networking. Many venues and industry professionals will ask to see a promotional package. A great press kit can get you noticed. So what is an EPK, anyway?
An electronic press kit is like a resume for artists. It shows agents, venues, buyers, and more who you are as an artist. Your electronic press kit needs to show your brand, so include links to your music, a brief bio or about us section, links to socials, professional photography, music videos, quotes or reviews, tour dates, and contact information.
Once you have all of this information, putting it together may seem daunting. Luckily, there are many resources to help you such as online template builders. Adobe Spark, Wix, Bandzoogle, and Canva can all be used to build your personalized EPK.
So, which one is best for you?
Adobe Spark
Adobe has many powerful tools to help with branding; however, Adobe Spark is one of our personal favorites. Though you do need to sign in (there are options such as Facebook and Gmail, or an Adobe ID) once logged into your account, Adobe Spark can be used to create useful items such as posters, ticket designs, and an EPK.
Wix
Wix is a user friendly website creator. Though Wix is strictly used for websites, there are still many added features such as a blog, shop, and email list. Wix can be used as a free website, though some of the added tools will only be available when paid for.
Bandzoogle
Bandzoogle has three different payment options Lite, Standard, and Pro. The Lite option is perfect for band’s just starting out and isn’t overly expensive. Bandzoogle is easy to use and is strictly for music.
Canva
Canva is the perfect website for any design necessities. While you can create Instagram posts, flyers, and Youtube headers, Canva can also be used to make an EPK that can be pasted into an email. Some industry professionals prefer an EPK input directly in the message instead of a link leading to an outside website. Though Canva’s press kits are beautiful, they are not a website.
We hope these options help you find the perfect host for your EPK, and let us know your favorite sites in the comments!