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Release Date: Jul. 11, 2024
Contact: Carlos Soto     512-974-9313    Email

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Six-week business training for creative professionals


AUSTIN, TX – The City of Austin Economic Development Department invites Austin-area creative professionals to apply for Artist Career Training. This six-week business training will educate participants on how to successfully manage a profitable business in the creative industries. Participants will learn business planning, marketing, and funding. Professionals from all disciplines are encouraged to apply online at www.austintexas.gov/artistcareertraining by Tuesday, August 13 at 5 p.m.  

"Our goal is to empower artists with the business acumen necessary to thrive in their creative endeavors," said Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Director of the Economic Development Department. "This program offers invaluable resources and support to help creatives turn their passion into sustainable careers." 

Up to 24 creative professionals will be selected for the program through a competitive application process. Criteria for acceptance include the quality of artistic work, applicant’s career goals, and overall readiness for the program.  

Throughout the program, Artist Career Training participants will develop a grant proposal for the City’s cultural funding program and other funding opportunities in the region. The program concludes with a proposal pitch in which three winners are selected to receive a seed grant to begin their projects.

A non-refundable, one-time course fee of $150 will be charged to selected participants. Participants must be at least 18 years old and reside in the Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis, and Williamson Counties. University or community college students are not eligible. 

Application Opens: Tuesday, July 16 at 10 a.m. 

Application Closes: Tuesday, August 13 at 5 p.m. 

Class Schedule

The six-week program begins October 9 and ends November 13. Training will be in-person on Wednesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. at the City of Austin Economic Development Department (5202 East Ben White Boulevard).  
 

Course topics include: 

  • Week 1: Goal Setting and Business Canvas
  • Week 2: Marketing and Social Media Strategies
  • Week 3: Copyright, Business Structure, Contracts, and Partnerships
  • Week 4: Budgeting and Taxes
  • Week 5: Grants and Fundraising
  • Week 6: Proposal Pitch Night

For program details and additional application resources, visit www.austintexas.gov/artistcareertraining.  


Apoyo para la comunidad creativa de Austin a través de la Capacitación Artística Profesional 
 

Los creativos de todas las disciplinas deben presentar su solicitud en línea antes del 13 de agosto en www.austintexas.gov/artistcareertraining.
 

AUSTIN, TX - El Departamento de Desarrollo Económico de la Ciudad de Austin invita a los profesionales creativos del área de Austin a solicitar la Capacitación Artística Profesional. Este programa de entrenamiento empresarial de seis semanas enseñará a los participantes a gestionar con éxito un negocio productivo en las industrias creativas. Los participantes aprenderán planificación empresarial, mercadeo y financiamiento. Animamos a los profesionales de todas las disciplinas a presentar su solicitud en línea en www.austintexas.gov/artistcareertraining antes del martes 13 de agosto a las 5 p.m.
 
"Nuestro objetivo es ayudar a los artistas con la visión empresarial necesaria para prosperar en sus esfuerzos creativos", dijo Sylnovia Holt-Rabb, Directora del Departamento de Desarrollo Económico. "Este programa ofrece recursos y apoyo muy valiosos para ayudar a los creativos a convertir su pasión en carreras sostenibles".
 
Se seleccionarán hasta 24 profesionales creativos para el programa a través de un proceso de solicitud competitivo. Los criterios de aceptación incluyen la calidad del trabajo artístico, los objetivos profesionales del solicitante y su preparación general para el programa.
 
A lo largo del programa, los participantes en la Capacitación Artística Profesional desarrollarán una propuesta de subvención para el programa de fondos culturales de la ciudad y otras oportunidades de financiación en la región. El programa concluye con una presentación de propuestas en la que se seleccionan tres ganadores que recibirán una subvención inicial para iniciar sus proyectos.
Se cobrará a los participantes seleccionados una cuota de curso única y no reembolsable de $150. Los participantes deben tener al menos 18 años y residir en el área estadística metropolitana de Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown, que incluye los condados de Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis y Williamson. Los estudiantes universitarios o de colegios comunitarios no son elegibles.
 
Apertura de solicitudes: Martes 16 de julio a las 10 a.m.
Cierre de solicitudes: Martes 13 de agosto a las 5 p.m.
 
Horario de las clases
El programa de seis semanas comienza el 9 de octubre y termina el 13 de noviembre. El entrenamiento será en persona los miércoles por la tarde de 6-9 p.m. en el Departamento de Desarrollo Económico de la Ciudad de Austin (5202 East Ben White Boulevard).
 
Los temas del curso incluyen:

  • Semana 1: Establecimiento de objetivos y lienzo empresarial
  • Semana 2: Estrategias de mercadeo y de redes sociales
  • Semana 3: Derechos de autor, estructura empresarial, contratos y sociedades
  • Semana 4: Presupuestación e impuestos
  • Semana 5: Subvenciones y recaudación de fondos
  • Semana 6: Noche de presentación de propuestas

Para más información sobre el programa y otros recursos de solicitud, visite www.austintexas.gov/artistcareertraining.
 

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About the City of Austin Economic Development Department   
The City of Austin Economic Development Department supports business growth, creative industries, and local communities. These programs build an equitable, sustainable economy to improve the lives of all Austin residents. To learn more about helpful resources, visit www.austintexas.gov/edd and subscribe to our newsletter. Connect with us @AustinEconDev on Facebook, @AustinEconDev on X, and @AustinEconDev on YouTube.  

Información sobre del Departamento de Desarrollo Económico de la Ciudad de Austin   
El Departamento de Desarrollo Económico de la Ciudad de Austin fomenta el crecimiento empresarial, las industrias creativas y las comunidades locales. Estos programas construyen una economía equitativa y sostenible que enriquecen las vidas de los habitantes de Austin. Para obtener más información acerca de recursos útiles, visite www.austintexas.gov/edd y suscríbase a nuestro boletín. Conéctese con nosotros en @AustinEconDev en Facebook y @AustinEconDev en X y @AustinEconDev en YouTube. 

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