Justin @ Vocal
Founding member
Bio
Founder of Vocal. COO/President of Creatd ($VOCL), the parent company of the Vocal platform.
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The 2023 Vocal Reverb and Yearly Leaderboard
This week's Leaderboard looks a little different. We're fashionably late to the 2024 party, and we know it — blame it on a bit too much coffee or perhaps a few too many attempts at perfecting that Villanelle Challenge.
By Justin @ Vocal4 months ago in Resources
Vocal's Community Investment Round Webinar
Important Update: Webinar Rescheduled Recognizing that the original date is too close to the holiday season, we want to ensure that everyone in the Vocal community has the opportunity to participate. The new date for the webinar is now set for 1/16/24 at 2:00PM EST.
By Justin @ Vocal6 months ago in Resources
Invest $500 and Get Five Years of Vocal+ for Free
We’ve been blown away by the incredible show of support in Vocal’s Reg CF Community Round. Thank you to each and every one of you who now proudly owns a piece of Vocal, and to those who took advantage of those early investor perks.
By Justin @ Vocal6 months ago in Resources
Announcing Vocal's Community Round
From the very first word shared on Vocal to the millions of stories that have been published since, our evolution over the last six years has been truly remarkable. Vocal isn't just a platform anymore; it's a thriving collective, a vibrant community, and a canvas for millions.
By Justin @ Vocal8 months ago in Resources
A Transparent Look into How Vocal Curates Top Stories
Thousands of stories are submitted to Vocal daily. This continuous flow of creativity is truly inspiring. As we navigate through millions of words everyday, our primary mission is to elevate and champion great storytelling.
By Justin @ Vocal9 months ago in Resources
Introducing New Communities: Chapters, Writers, Critique, and BookClub
When we first launched Vocal, we embarked on our journey with just six communities. Over the years, your invaluable feedback has guided us in introducing new communities centered around topics that sparked your interest and ignited your creativity. However, we recently made a striking realization - while we are a platform dedicated to writers, we lacked communities specifically designed for writers.
By Justin @ Vocal9 months ago in Resources
Nominating a Writer for the 2023 Vocal Writing Awards: A Step-by-Step Guide
The 2023 Vocal Writing Awards is not just a competition—it's a celebration of creativity, a platform for voices, and an opportunity to introduce more writers to our vibrant community.
By Justin @ Vocal10 months ago in Resources
Introducing the 2023 Vocal Writing Awards
Over the last few years, Vocal has hosted nearly 200 writing Challenges and given back over $2M to creators. The stories you've submitted have not only astounded us with their creativity and depth, but the transformative impact these Challenges have had on your lives has left us deeply touched. Your feedback has shown us that Challenges on Vocal are more than just competitions; they are catalysts for growth, creativity, and change.
By Justin @ Vocal10 months ago in Resources
Introducing the Vocal Store
We are excited to announce a brand-new addition to Vocal: The Vocal Store. This has been in the works for some time, and we're excited to finally share it with you. The store not only features official Vocal-branded merchandise, but also a wide array of curated books, accessories, collaborations, and more.
By Justin @ Vocal11 months ago in Resources
Introducing the Vocal Weekly Bonus Leaderboard
Two years ago, Vocal introduced Bonuses as a means to celebrate the accomplishments of our talented creators. These Bonuses have served as a way to recognize the hard work, dedication, and creativity displayed within our vibrant community.
By Justin @ Vocal11 months ago in Resources
Vocal Update: New Communities, Merch, Bonuses, Discord & More
Two months ago, we launched the Vocal Creator Chat and Raise Your Voice Threads, and the response has been truly overwhelming. We're beyond impressed by the depth of engagement and the richness of insights you've shared.
By Justin @ Vocal12 months ago in Resources