About us
Who are we?
Near Connect is a platform dedicated to artists from all backgrounds. We firmly believe that talent should never be limited by financial barriers. Our mission is to create a fair space where every artist, whether emerging or established, can showcase their work, connect with clients, and develop their career.
What we do
We offer a comprehensive platform that allows artists to create their professional profile, showcase their projects and media, offer their services, and receive bookings directly. Clients can discover local and international talent, book services, and leave reviews. We also facilitate secure payments via Stripe, taking a transparent 8% commission on each transaction.
Our core principles
Being an artist should not be pay-to-win
At Near Connect, we firmly reject the pay-to-win model. Your success does not depend on your ability to pay, but on your talent, your work, and your commitment. Here are our principles:
- ⚖️Equal opportunities: All artists have access to the same basic features, regardless of their financial situation.
- 🔍Transparency: Our rates and commissions are clear and fair. No hidden fees, no surprises.
- ⭐Merit first: Visibility and opportunities are based on work quality, client reviews, and engagement, not on additional payments.
- 🌍Accessibility: We offer professional tools accessible to everyone, allowing every artist to build a strong online presence.
Otkaz
23 years old • French
Founder of Near Connect
Hello, I'm Otkaz, 23 years old, French. I started this project when I was living in Japan, in Tokyo. This international experience allowed me to develop a network of contacts around the world, which is now one of Near Connect's major assets.
My goal is to grow this project as much as possible. I firmly believe in Near Connect's mission: to create a fair platform where talent comes first. Thanks to my international contacts, I work every day to offer artists local and international opportunities, and to build a community where everyone can thrive.
NearConnect TV
NearConnect TV is an innovative concept that involves inviting artists to participate in podcast-style interviews. These interviews are broadcast on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Shorts to promote artists, discuss their inspirations, their future projects, and conclude with a performance using professional studio-quality equipment.
With NearConnect TV:
- 🎙️Interviews can take place in our facilities or at our partners' locations (recording studios working with NearConnect)
- 🔗Each video is then attached to the artist's profile, allowing all users visiting their profile to watch it
- 🎚️Performances are recorded with professional studio-quality equipment, outdoors or indoors
- 📱Multi-platform promotion on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram Shorts to maximize your visibility
Our mission
Our mission is to democratize access to artistic opportunities. We want every artist, regardless of their origin, financial situation, or level of experience, to have a fair chance of success. We are building a community where talent is recognized and rewarded for what it truly is.
"Talents has no borders"
We believe in your talent and your potential. That's why we are committed to helping you launch your career, whether locally or internationally. Through our network of contacts and partnerships, we work to create opportunities that allow artists to make themselves known, collaborate, and grow. Your success is our success, and we are here to support you at every step of your artistic journey.