Would-be live-streaming stars boost agent business

Focus Taiwan
Date: 2018/02/15
By: Jeffrey Wu and Evelyn Kao 

Taipei, Feb. 15 (CNA) With more people seeking to find online stardom as an anchor in the live video streaming world, people serving as agents dedicated to training live-streaming hosts and other professionals has become a fast-emerging business.

Among the leaders in the industry is Taiwanese live-streaming platform 17 Media, which says it has 15 million users. It’s a mobile app that allows users to do live broadcasts and interact with others in real time.

17 Media has certified 2,000 live-streaming anchors, and 500 of them have signed contracts with other agencies.

Aside from relying on in-depth training to cultivate live-streaming talent, 17 Media also offers tailored training programs to help live-streaming hosts in different sectors develop their singing, acting and hosting skills.    [FULL  STORY]