Open Comedy vs Facebook Groups
Open Comedy is a dedicated comedy booking platform with structured gig listings, video portfolios, and booking management. Facebook groups are general social media communities.
Key differences
Why comedians switch from Facebook groups
Gigs get buried
Facebook posts disappear in the feed. Open Comedy gigs stay visible until filled.
No video showcase
Facebook profiles are personal. Open Comedy profiles are professional portfolios.
Hard to search
Finding gigs by location on Facebook requires scrolling. Open Comedy has location filters.
No application tracking
On Facebook, you lose track of what you applied to. Open Comedy shows all your applications.
Why bookers switch from Facebook groups
Organized applications
See all applicants in one place instead of scattered comments.
Video previews
Watch comedian clips directly on their profiles before booking.
Professional communication
Built-in messaging keeps booking conversations organized.
Lineup management
Track confirmed bookings and manage multiple events from one dashboard.
When Facebook groups still work
Facebook comedy groups remain useful for:
- Community discussions and networking
- Sharing comedy news and industry updates
- Connecting with comedians in specific regions
Many comedians use both: Facebook for community, Open Comedy for booking.
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