WO2019017518A1

WO2019017518A1 - Audition service providing system

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Publication number: WO2019017518A1
Application number: PCT/KR2017/008307
Authority: WO
Inventors: 신종오
Original assignee: (주)지니캐스팅
Priority date: 2017-07-20
Filing date: 2017-08-01
Publication date: 2019-01-24
Also published as: KR20190010071A; KR102630555B1

Abstract

The present invention relates to an audition service providing system which can comprise: a first terminal comprising an imaging unit, for obtaining a demonstration video of a first user, an output unit, for displaying various videos, and an input unit for receiving input of user information and a user option; a server which is connected to the first terminal by means of a communication network and is for storing user data comprising the user information and the demonstration video; and a second terminal which is connected to the server by means of a communication network and is for outputting at least one part of the user data stored in the server so as to be browsed by a second user. The user data comprises a result video having synthesized therein the demonstration video and template data selected by the first user among template data prepared beforehand. Therefore, at least one of convenience, efficiency and economic efficiency of video production and auditions can be improved.

Description

Audition service delivery system

The present invention relates to a system for providing an audition service.

Recently, as the communication technology, electronic technology, and software technology are advanced, the job environment is changing, and interest in the cultural contents related industry and the entertainment industry is increasing. In addition, since individual users can easily produce contents, one-person media is exploding, and efforts to increase the popularity of contents are also continuing. As a result, the number of people wishing to become entertainers is increasing, and there is a growing demand for easy and convenient production of high-quality contents.

However, conventionally, it takes a lot of time, effort, and cost to produce images for audition or casting, and many entertainers aspire to give up their dreams due to such a high entry barriers. In addition, there were limitations in finding people who want to find prospects, such as promoters and broadcasting companies.

One aspect of the present invention can provide an audition service providing system capable of improving at least one of convenience, efficiency, and economy of video production and audition.

Another aspect of the present invention can provide an audition service providing system that can expand opportunities for entertainer candidates.

It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory and are not intended to limit the invention to the particular embodiments that are described. It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory and are not restrictive of the invention, There will be.

An audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes an image capturing section for capturing a demonstration video of a first user, an output section for displaying various images, and an input section for receiving user information and user selection items A first terminal; A server connected to the first terminal through a communication network and storing user data including the user information and the demonstration image; And a second terminal connected to the server through a communication network and outputting at least a part of the user data stored in the server so that the second user can browse the user data. At this time, the user data may include a result image in which the template data selected by the first user and the demonstration image are synthesized.

Also, the template data is provided to the first terminal so that it can be selected by the first user, and the template data selected by the first user is reproduced through the output unit while the first user is performing .

The first terminal may generate a resultant image by combining the demonstration image photographed through the photographing unit and the template data, and may transmit the resultant image to the server.

In addition, the first terminal may transmit a demonstration image photographed through the photographing section to the server, and the server may synthesize the template data selected by the user among the template data to generate and store the resultant image.

The server may include a recommendation data determination module that extracts user data matching the browse condition desired by the second user through the second terminal among the user data.

Also, in the DB, basic data that can be freely exposed among the user data and pay-to-expose additional data are separately stored, and the server includes a billing unit for performing a payment function; And an additional data processing module for providing the additional data to the second terminal when payment is confirmed in the charging section.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to provide an audition service providing system in which at least one of convenience, efficiency, and economy of image production and audition is improved.

1 is a block diagram schematically illustrating a system for providing an audition service according to an embodiment of the present invention.

2 is a diagram for explaining a first terminal of the audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

3 is a diagram illustrating a first user interface of the audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a diagram illustrating a screen displayed on an output unit in the process of shooting an image using the audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a diagram for explaining a process of registering a show image in a server in a system for providing an audition service according to an embodiment of the present invention.

6 is a diagram for explaining a second user interface of the audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

7 is a diagram for explaining a resultant image of the audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

8 is a diagram for explaining a resultant image of the audition service providing system according to another embodiment of the present invention.

9 is a diagram for explaining a resultant image of the audition service providing system according to another embodiment of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The advantages and features of the present invention and the manner of achieving them will become apparent with reference to the embodiments described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The present invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. These embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and that those skilled in the art will fully understand the scope of the present invention. Like reference numerals refer to like elements throughout the specification.

The terminology used herein is for the purpose of illustrating embodiments and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention. In the present specification, the singular form includes plural forms unless otherwise specified in the specification. It is to be understood that the terms 'comprise', and / or 'comprising' as used herein may be used to refer to the presence or absence of one or more other components, steps, operations, and / Or additions.

Further, the embodiments described herein will be described with reference to the drawings, which are ideal illustrations of the present invention. In the drawings, the detailed size, shape, thickness, curvature, etc. of each structure are exaggerated or schematized for effective explanation of technical contents, and the shape may be modified by tolerance or the like.

Hereinafter, the configuration and operation effects of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In describing the present invention, however, a detailed description of known functions or configurations incorporated herein may be omitted so as not to obscure the subject matter of the present invention.

FIG. 1 is a block diagram schematically illustrating a system 1000 for providing an audition service according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a system 100 for providing an audition service according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a diagram for explaining a first user interface 111 of a audition service providing system 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a diagram for explaining a first embodiment of the audition service providing system 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a screen displayed on the output unit 110 in the process of shooting an image using the audition service providing system 1000; FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a screen And registers the demonstration video on the server 200. [

The audition service providing system 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the first terminal 100 and the server 200 and may further include the second terminal 300. [ A user (hereinafter, referred to as a first user) who wants to create an image by photographing his or her own song, dance, acting or the like (hereinafter referred to as a demonstration) can photograph his or her own demonstration video using the first terminal 100 have.

In one embodiment, the first terminal 100 may include a photographing unit 120, an output unit 110, and an input unit (not shown). The photographing unit 120 may be implemented by a conventional camera or a camcorder capable of photographing a moving image. The output unit 110 may include a display module capable of visualized output, a speaker module capable of audible output, and a module capable of tactile output such as vibration. In addition, the input unit may be implemented with various types of input interfaces such as a mouse, a keyboard, and a touch interface. In an embodiment, the output unit 110 and the input unit may be integrated by a monitor or the like equipped with a touch panel. 2 shows an example in which the output unit 110 and the photographing unit 120 are physically spaced apart from each other, the photographing unit may be implemented by a camera module built in or detached from the monitor. In addition, the camera module can be implemented to enable 2D or 3D image capturing.

3, when the start button 111-1 is touched while the start button 111-1 is displayed on the first user interface 111, the performance type selection screen 111-2 may be displayed . Next, when a predetermined performance type, for example, a vocal part is touched, a list 111-3 of song titles and singers can be output. Next, when the first user 10 selects a predetermined song, the background image selection screen 111-4 can be outputted. Next, when the first user 10 selects a predetermined background image, the background image 111-5 can be output on the first user interface 111, an example of which is illustrated in FIG. When the first user 10 is positioned in the photographing region of the photographing section 120 in this state, the background image 111-5 output to the first user interface 111 is displayed on the background image 111-5, 1 live video 111-6 of the user 10 can be displayed together. In this case, a chroma background screen 130 and the like may be provided so that the first user 10 can be efficiently extracted from the images captured by the photographing unit 120. 2, reference numeral 140 denotes a stage in which the first user 10 performs a demonstration.

In one embodiment, 2D or 3D graphics, moving images, still cuts, etc. may be used as the background image, and may be provided in various types according to the kinds of performances. For example, if the type of performance is vocal, background images matching the genre or mood of the music may be provided as candidates and may be outputted through the output unit 110 together with the accompaniment of the performance tune. In addition, when the performance type is dancing, only the accompaniment is reproduced or the entire original may be reproduced in accordance with the selection of the first user 10. In addition, when the type of performance is smoke, gag, etc., it is also possible to output a laugh sound, an applause sound, a rain sound, etc., along with an appropriate background image through the output unit 110. These background images, background music, and the like can be referred to as template data.

When the demonstration image capturing is completed through the above-described process, the demonstration images and the like can be transmitted from the first terminal 100 to the server 200. [ 5, the user information input screen 111-7 is output to the first user interface 111. When the transmission button is touched after the user information of the first user 10 is input, Video, user information, and the like can be transmitted to the server 200 through the communication network 500. On the other hand, only user's mobile phone number can be input as user information, and various information such as name, age, nationality, specialty, and taste can be inputted. However, when the first terminal 100 is implemented as a touch interface, receiving detailed information through the first terminal 100 may be relatively inefficient. Accordingly, it may be desirable to allow the first user 10 to input details such as profile information after membership in a state where the first user 10 is connected to the server 200 using another terminal such as a smart phone or a PC.

In one embodiment, the image data transmitted from the first terminal 100 to the server 200 may be a live image of the first user 10. In this case, the first user 10 accesses the server 200 through another terminal and then compares the various background images with his / her own running image to determine a combination having the highest satisfaction, and obtains the resulting image . In addition to the background image, an effect image such as an applause sound of a spectator or a response image of a spectator may be additionally combined.

In another embodiment, the background image output through the output unit 110 and the running image of the first user 10 may be transmitted to the server 200 in a combined state of the first user 10 and the first user 10 . However, in this case, since the size of data to be transmitted to the server 200 increases, the time required for transmission becomes longer, and the resource demand of the first terminal 100 can be increased. . In addition, the first user 10 may connect to the server 200 through another terminal to modify or change background images. In order to efficiently perform such a process, The efficiency may be lowered since it is transmitted in a separated state.

In one embodiment, the server 200 may perform a function of receiving and storing a live performance image or the like photographed using the first terminal 100. The server 200 may provide the user data 224 to the second terminal 300 and allow the second terminal 300 to view the user data 224 such as the live video. In one embodiment, the server 200 may include a controller 210 and a DB 220. Here, the DB 220 may store template data 222 such as a background image and user data 224 such as a running image.

More specifically, the template data 222 may include various background images, background music, background sounds, and the like as described above. Furthermore, the response or the rain of spectators such as applause, hands up, laughter, An effect image that expresses various special effects such as an effect of falling, a effect of reducing snow, and the like may be included in the template data 222. [ In addition, predetermined characters, symbols, emoticons, and the like can be included in the template data 222 as well. In one embodiment, the user data 224 may include a demonstration image, various pieces of personal information, desired item information such as an area to be exposed, an area, a period, and the like, and a result image of editing and synthesis of the template data 222 .

The control unit 210 may include a UI processing module 211, an image production module 213, a recommendation data determination module 215, an additional data processing module 217, and the like. Here, each module is defined as a unit of function. In some cases, hardware such as a CPU, a RAM, and a graphic card may be shared, and it is understood that individual or integrated software is executed by executing the above-described hardware .

First, the UI processing module 211 provides a function of providing a user interface to be output on each terminal when the first terminal 100, the second terminal 300, and other terminals are connected to the server 200 Can be performed. For example, the first user interface 111 provided in the first terminal 100 has been described above. Also, the first user interface 111, which is provided for the first user 10 to connect to the server 200 and input membership information and various personal information, may also be provided by the UI processing module 211. [

In one embodiment, the image production module 213 may combine the template data 222 and the deformation image to produce a resultant image. At this time, a user such as the first user 10 can determine a desired combination by combining his / her live performance image and various template data 222, and the image production module 213 uses the thus determined combination Can be generated. As described above, according to another embodiment of the present invention, the background image and the running image may be combined and transmitted to the server 200 in the first terminal 100. In this case, May be unnecessary.

In one embodiment, the recommendation data determination module 215 may perform the function of extracting the user data 224 matching the browse desired condition among the user data 224. At this time, the user data 224 may be stored in the DB 220 in a state classified according to a previously prepared reference. On the other hand, the first user 10 may disclose his / her result image on an online platform or may hold it privately in a personal web page. In one embodiment, the number of views, the number of clicks on the 'like' button, and the like may be reflected in determining the recommendation priorities for the published images.

In one embodiment, the user data 224 may be stored separately from basic data capable of free exposure and additional data capable of exposing to pay. The additional data processing module 217 may perform a function of providing additional data to the second terminal 300 when a predetermined condition such as settlement is satisfied. In another embodiment, the additional data processing module 217 may perform a function of dividing the user data 224 stored in the DB 220 into basic data that can be exposed free of charge and additional data that can be exposed for a fee. In addition, the additional data processing module 217 can blind the user data 224 stored in the DB 220 to the data that should not be exposed, irrespective of whether the free exposure is free or free or free.

In one embodiment, various kinds of information may be included in the additional data such that the first user 10 and the second user (not shown) can directly make contact with each other, such as the contact information of the first user 10. [ Accordingly, the second user can be charged when he / she wants to cast the first user 10, so that the principal operating the audition service providing system 1000 according to the embodiment of the present invention can make profit.

Meanwhile, the server 200 may include a charging unit 230 that performs a payment function. In one embodiment, the additional data processing module 217 may cause additional data to be provided to the second terminal 300 when payment is confirmed through the charging unit 230. [ In another embodiment, the billing unit 230 may cause the first user 10 to pay a predetermined fee at a stage before starting the demonstration imaging. Here, if the settlement is not completed, various methods such as stopping the shooting of the performance video, preventing the shot performance video from being transmitted to the server 200, or preventing the performance video transmitted to the server 200 from being utilized As shown in FIG.

FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining a second user interface 310 of the audition service providing system 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 7 to 9 are diagrams for explaining a second embodiment of the audition service providing system 1000) according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, the second user interface 310 will be described with reference to FIGS. In one embodiment, the second user interface 310 may be provided to the second terminal 300 and provide user data 224 and the like to a user (hereinafter referred to as a second user) who wishes to view it. In an embodiment, the second terminal 300 is connected to the server 200 through the communication network 500 and may be implemented in various devices such as a PC, a smart phone, a tablet, and a smart TV. In the present specification, the first terminal 100 and the second terminal 300 are distinguished from each other in order to avoid confusion. However, the functions that can be performed through the second terminal 300 are the same as those of the first terminal 100 and the second terminal 300, Lt; RTI ID = 0.0 > 110 < / RTI >

In one embodiment, the second user interface 310 may include a screen 311 on which reference images are listed. At this time, the recommended images may be determined through the recommendation data determination module 215 described above. For example, if the user selects a desired viewing condition from the conditions of the time, genre, country, etc. desired by the second user through the condition selection unit 311-1 displayed on the screen 311 on which the recommended images are listed, The screen 215 may be configured to extract the data satisfying the condition from the user data 224 stored in the DB 220 and output it through the second user interface 310 so that the screen 311 in which the recommended images are listed. When the second user selects a predetermined image among the recommended images listed above, a screen 312 showing details related to the selected image is displayed. Here, the screen 312 showing details is displayed on the display 312. The indirect advertisement 312-2 such as a user's nickname, nationality, personal page information 312-1, a multi-channel network (MCN) A dislike button 312-3, a mention window 312-4 for displaying a comment, a comment, etc., a sharing button 312-5, and the like.

In one embodiment, the second user interface 310 may include a screen for outputting the resultant image. A ballad music demonstration, a dance music demonstration, a smoke or a profile shooting situation, and the still image of the resultant image produced by synthesizing with the template data 222 are illustrated in FIGS. 7, 8, and 9, respectively.

As illustrated in FIG. 7, the resultant image 320-1 can be produced and reproduced in a state in which the first user 10 is singing in a background image suitable for ballad music. At this time, if the live video is 3D photographed with a 360-degree camera or the like and the background video is also a 3D video, the viewpoint of the second user can be changed while reproducing the result video. For this purpose, a mouse or the like of the second terminal 300 may be operated. In this case, the rotated result image 320-2 may be outputted in accordance with the change of the viewpoint. Meanwhile, the view change function can be guided using the guide cursor 330 or the like illustrated in FIG.

As illustrated in FIG. 8, the resultant image 320-3 can be produced and reproduced in a state in which the first user 10 is dancing in a background image suitable for dance music. At this time, the effect image 340-1 representing the cheering of the crowd is added to the result image 320-3, so that a more exciting atmosphere can be produced.

As illustrated in FIG. 9, the resultant image 320-3 can be produced and reproduced in such a manner that the first user 10 takes a pose or various poses in a background image suited for smoke or profile photographing. At this time, an effect image 340-2 representing a situation in which the camera flash is popped is added to the resultant image 320-3, so that a more exciting atmosphere can be produced.

As described above, the audition service providing system 1000 according to the embodiment of the present invention can easily produce and distribute a resultant image by utilizing appropriate template data in accordance with the type of demonstration, the genre of music, etc., As a result, barriers to entertainers are lowered, and casting candidates can be viewed more broadly in terms of the second user, and a great deal of help can be gained in finding out the prospects. In addition, since each individual can easily produce high-quality contents, it can expand the base of the one-person media market and contribute to individual satisfaction and profitability.

While the invention has been shown and described with reference to certain preferred embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes and modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should not be limited to the above-described embodiments, but should be determined by the scope of the appended claims and equivalents thereof. It is to be understood that the above-described embodiments are illustrative in all aspects and should not be construed as limiting, and the scope of the present invention is indicated by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and the meaning and scope of the claims and their equivalents All changes or modifications that come within the scope of the present invention should be construed as being included within the scope of the present invention.

The audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention can be used in the entertainment industry because it can efficiently connect broadcast and entertainment planners with entertainers. In addition, by using the audition service providing system according to an embodiment of the present invention, an individual can easily produce high-quality contents, can substitute existing karaoke equipment, and can be used in a video audio equipment manufacturing industry have.

Claims

A first terminal including a photographing unit for photographing a demonstration video of a first user, an output unit displaying various images, and an input unit for receiving user information and user selection items;

A server connected to the first terminal through a communication network and storing user data including the user information and the demonstration image; And

And a second terminal connected to the server through a communication network and outputting at least a part of the user data stored in the server so that the second user can browse the user data,

Wherein the user data includes a resultant image in which the template data selected by the first user and the runaway video are synthesized in advance from template data prepared in advance.
The method according to claim 1,

The template data is provided to the first terminal so that it can be selected by the first user,

Wherein the template data selected by the first user is reproduced through the output unit while the first user performs the demonstration.
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

Wherein the first terminal generates a resultant image by synthesizing the demonstration image photographed through the photographing unit and the template data, and transmits the resultant image to the server.
The method according to claim 1 or 2,

Wherein the first terminal transmits a live performance image photographed through the photographing unit to the server,

Wherein the server synthesizes the template data selected by the user from the template data and generates and stores the resultant image.
The method according to claim 1,

The server comprises:

And a recommendation data determination module that extracts, from among the user data, user data matched with the browse desired condition input by the second user through the second terminal.
The method according to claim 1,

In the DB, basic data that can be exposed for free among the user data and additional data that can be exposed for a fee are separately stored,

The server comprises:

A billing unit for performing a billing function; And

And an additional data processing module for providing the additional data to the second terminal when payment is confirmed in the charging section.