Volunteerism in fandom

An examination of the topics of labors of love, the gift economy, and the digi-gratis economy related to volunteerism within fandom platforms highlights issues related to monetary compensation, enjoyment of labor, and relationships between fan labor and the job market.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Francisca B. B. de Alvarenga
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Organization for Transformative Works 2021-09-01
Series:Transformative Works and Cultures
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Online Access:https://journal.transformativeworks.org/index.php/twc/article/view/2143/2837
Description
Summary:An examination of the topics of labors of love, the gift economy, and the digi-gratis economy related to volunteerism within fandom platforms highlights issues related to monetary compensation, enjoyment of labor, and relationships between fan labor and the job market.
ISSN:1941-2258