How do we write concepts or applications for our musical projects that make sense internally and externally? What goes through the mind of the decision-maker when reading our applications? In addition to information on funding models in the music and cultural sector, our Pay your Way workshop focuses on knowledge from practice.
Coach Milena Krstić has experience as both an artist applying for funding and as a long-term jury member, making decisions on which projects receive funding.
Participants are invited to bring their own concept drafts to discuss and work on. We address topics by activating the collective knowledge of all participants.
The workshop is for women, inter, non-binary, trans and agender people in our community, especially those who are breaking through or are musicians regularly releasing and / or touring. There is no age limit.
What are the main funding bodies? How do you put together a proposal and a budget for your application? Which funding bodies (municipal, cantonal, national, foundations, etc.) are suitable for your project, and where can you find examples of proposals and budgets to use as a guide, so that you can build a sustainable career as a musician?
Work on your funding applications and get feedback from an expert. Together, we’ll tackle the issues head-on and draw on the collective knowledge of all participants. Among other things, we’ll address the following questions:
How much funding should I apply for, and from which organisation?
When should I start applying for funding, and how should I organise myself?
