Develop some jokes and comedy routines. Try them out on friends and family. Ask for their honest feedback.
Set up a video camera on a tripod. Video tape your routine. Take several videos to fine-tune your act.
Upload your videos to your computer. Watch the videos several times to search for weak points. Upload the videos from your computer to online sharing sites. Share the videos on social networking sites and invite comments from viewers.
Register a domain name and develop a website. Include a blog, videos and your artist's biography on your website.
Put ads in online and print classifieds. Offer to perform free at hospitals, senior centers and schools. Hand out your business card at every event. Notify local newspapers and radio stations before each event by calling or sending them a press release.
Email comedy shows. Attach a link to your website, blog and videos. Offer to write a few skits pro bono.
Perform at local comedy clubs. Check newspapers and online for upcoming open mic night events in your area. Have a friend video tape your performance.