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Creating Your Artist Profile

Your artist profile is your digital calling card on Rezzy. A well-crafted profile helps you stand out and land more gigs. Here's how to create a profile that gets noticed.

Profile Basics

Stage Name

Your stage name is how you'll be known on Rezzy. This is the name that appears on event lineups and your public profile.

  • Use the name you perform under
  • Can include special characters
  • Can be changed later if needed

Unique Handle (@username)

Your handle becomes your unique URL: rezzy.one/@yourhandle

Choose carefully - handles cannot be changed once set!

  • Must be unique across Rezzy
  • Only letters, numbers, and underscores allowed
  • No spaces or special characters
  • Examples: @djshadow, @the_blues_band, @comedy_kate

Bio

Your bio is your chance to tell your story. Make it count!

What to include:

  • Your musical/performance journey
  • Your style and influences
  • What makes you unique
  • Notable achievements or venues
  • What audiences can expect

Example bio:

"London-based house and techno DJ with 10 years behind the decks. Resident at Fabric and Ministry of Sound. Known for deep, driving sets that keep the dancefloor moving until sunrise. Influenced by Detroit techno and UK garage."

Genres and Styles

Select all genres that apply to your performances. This helps venues find you when searching for specific styles.

For DJs:

  • House, Techno, Drum & Bass, UK Garage, etc.

For Bands/Artists:

  • Rock, Indie, Jazz, Folk, Pop, etc.

For Comedians:

  • Stand-up, Improv, Sketch, Musical Comedy

For Spoken Word:

  • Poetry, Storytelling, Performance Art

Visual Identity

Profile Photo

Your main profile image appears everywhere on Rezzy.

Tips for a great profile photo:

  • Use a high-quality image (minimum 400x400px)
  • Show your face clearly
  • Professional but approachable
  • Well-lit and in focus
  • Reflects your performance style

Cover Photo

The cover photo is the large banner on your profile page.

Ideas for cover photos:

  • Action shot from a performance
  • Your setup/equipment
  • Crowd enjoying your show
  • Artistic shot that matches your vibe
  • Venue you've played at

Add multiple photos to showcase different aspects of your performances:

  • Live performance shots
  • Behind the scenes
  • Your equipment/setup
  • Press photos
  • Event posters featuring you

Additional Information

Connect your other platforms:

  • Instagram
  • SoundCloud/Mixcloud (for DJs)
  • Spotify (for bands/artists)
  • YouTube
  • TikTok
  • Personal website

Performance Details

Help venues understand your requirements:

Technical needs:

  • Equipment you bring
  • Equipment you need provided
  • Sound system requirements
  • Stage setup preferences

Availability:

  • Preferred days/times
  • Advance notice needed
  • Travel radius
  • Blackout dates

Rates and Fees

While not displayed publicly, you can note your typical rates for your own reference:

  • Standard performance fee
  • Extended set rates
  • Travel requirements
  • Equipment rental needs

Making Your Profile Public

By default, your profile is visible to venues on Rezzy. You can also make it publicly accessible via your unique URL.

Sharing Your Profile

Once live, share your rezzy.one/@yourhandle link:

  • On social media bios
  • Email signatures
  • Business cards
  • Other booking platforms

Profile Best Practices

Do's

  • ✅ Keep information current
  • ✅ Use professional photos
  • ✅ Write in first or third person consistently
  • ✅ Include recent performance history
  • ✅ Respond to bookings promptly

Don'ts

  • ❌ Use low-quality or pixelated images
  • ❌ Leave sections blank
  • ❌ Exaggerate experience
  • ❌ Include personal contact details (use Rezzy messaging)
  • ❌ Forget to update availability

Updating Your Profile

You can edit your profile anytime:

  1. Go to your dashboard
  2. Click "Edit Profile"
  3. Make your changes
  4. Click "Save Changes"

Changes appear immediately across Rezzy.

Standing Out

What venues look for:

  • Professional presentation
  • Clear performance style
  • Reliability indicators
  • Engaging content
  • Active presence

Profile optimisation tips:

  • Update photos seasonally
  • Refresh your bio with recent achievements
  • Add new genres as you expand
  • Showcase variety in your gallery
  • Keep social links current

Ready to find gigs? Learn about finding and applying to events →