Access Arts - Employment, Training and Professional Development

A mentor program for young people aged 16- 30 years, where you will be linked with a professional artist in your chosen hip hop element to guide you on your artistic pursuit and career development.
Each successful applicant will receive between 12 and 24 mentoring sessions in a one on one matching that suits the needs and goals of the applicant.
Access to facilities and support for industry standard performances / recording/ promotion/ management.
Work experience in your chosen art form both within the organisation and the wider community.
Assistance to attend formal training programs.
All hip hop art forms are eligible - whether it is mc'ing, DJ'ing, dance, art, event planning, production/engineering, business skills!

About Access Arts:

Access Arts Queensland is the Brisbane based peak body working with artists, cultural workers and their communities across Queensland. We deliver a range of Professional Arts and Cultural services to Queensland communities with an emphasis on those communities, groups and individuals who experience disability and disadvantage. Access Arts proactively supports the professional skills development and employment of artists from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.

To discuss ways Access Arts can work with you to further your career in the arts and cultural sectors, please contact Sam Tracy at Access Arts on 3844 5897 or by email sam.tracy@accessarts.org.au.

Positions are open to artists throughout Brisbane.

Hurry, limited spaces are available!

Expressions of Interest Wanted from Film Industry Mentors

An Access Arts member is looking for a mentor from the film industry to assist her in furthering her script-writing career. The role of this mentor will be to:

Give the member feedback on her full length film script
Assist her to write funding applications for the development of her script into a film
Link her into a suitable film making training course if needed
Assist her to make connections in the film industry
Provide her with general ongoing advice and support as needed.

This position will be paid at $39 an hour, with the venue, days and hours of each session to be determined between the mentor and the Access Arts member (a maximum of 16 hours is available).

About Access Arts' Professional Development Day Services Program:

This position will be funded by Access Arts' Professional Development Day Services Program. This program is open to artists who experience a disability and live in Brisbane and are between the ages of 16 and 30 who have the potential to build a career in the arts, or artists already working professionally who want to improve their existing skills. The program is tailored to meet members' needs and could include a combination of individual mentoring, skills development and training opportunities in any art form. This program is funded by Disability Services Qld and eligible artists must register with them to receive assistance.

To express your interest in this position, please send your resume along with a short email response to Sally Josephson by email at sally@accessarts.org.au or call (07) 3844 5897.

Expressions of Interest Wanted from Arts Workers/Artists/Mentors

Are you interested in applying your artistic skills?

Would you like support to pursue a career in the arts?

If so, contact Access Arts Inc today to apply for a mentor position as part of Access Arts' one on one mentoring program for all things hip hop and all things that are..... Keepin It Real!

These positions will include:

Working one on one with participant(s) in your field of experience to guide them on their artistic pursuit and their career development.
Designing a mentoring program that is specifically tailored to participant needs and goals.
Aiding in the placement of participants in work experience roles within the organisation and the wider community.
Encouraging and supporting participants to attend formal training programs.

About the position:

Up to 6 mentoring positions are available.
Positions are open to artists throughout Brisbane.
Positions will be casual or part-time, based on a flexible schedule to meet the participants' needs throughout the year.
The hourly rate for mentors is $39 per hour.
Access Arts will provide access to facilities and support for performances/recording/promotion/ management.
All Hip Hop art forms are eligible - whether it is mc'ing, DJ'ing, dance, art, event planning, production/engineering or business skills!

About Keepin It Real:

'Keepin it Real' is a cross cultural creative program for young people aged 16- 30 years, based at the Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm. With a particular focus on the professional skills development of young people from Indigenous backgrounds, this program focuses on the various art forms of the modern Australian hip hop culture. It also provides professional development, employment and performance opportunities for the young people involved.

About Access Arts:

To express your interest in this position please contact Sam Tracy at Access Arts on 3844 5897 or email your CV to sam.tracy@accessarts.org.au.

Professional Development

Arts Queensland and Australia Council Market Development & Funding Info Sessions

Arts Queensland and the Australia Council will hold some joint market development and funding info sessions in Brisbane, Townsville and Cairns in late June / early July:

Free sessions covering performing arts, contemporary music and writing
For practising professional performing artists, contemporary musicians, writers and their representatives + producing companies and service organisations.
Suited to professional artists and organisations ready to expand into national and international markets

Sessions will provide:

Overview of Australia Council divisions, boards and functions
Overview of Australia Council Arts Development activities and programs
Outline market development programs across National and International strategies
Overview of Arts Queensland market development activities
Info on Arts Queensland performing arts activities and opportunities, including Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM) 2010
Outline national and international contemporary music market activities and programs
Opportunities for questions, discussion and comment

Session dates are:

Location: Brisbane - Organised in conjunction with Queensland Writers Centre
Session: Writing
Venue: Metro Arts, (Studio)
Date: Tue 30 June
Time: 2.00 – 4.00pm

Location: Brisbane - Organised in conjunction with Metro Arts and Ausdance
Session: Performing Arts
Venue: Metro Arts, (Studio)
Date: Tue 30 June
Time: 6.00 – 8.00pm

Location: Brisbane - Organised in conjunction with Q Music
Session: Contemporary Music
Venue: Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Arts, (Performance Space)
Date: Wed 1 July
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm

Location: Townsville - Organised in conjunction with dancenorth
Session: Performing Arts, Writing, Contemporary Music
Venue: dancenorth, (dancenorth - upstairs studio, corner Stanely and Walker Streets Townsville)
Date: Thu 2 July
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm

Location: Cairns - Organised in conjunction with Tanks, JUTE and Arts Nexus
Session: Performing Arts, Writing, Contemporary Music
Venue: Tanks Arts Centre, (Tanks 5)
Date: Fri 3 July
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm

Sessions will be run by:

Sue Spence, Manager International Market Development, Australia Council for the Arts
Chris Bowen, Director Dance & Music, Arts Queensland
Vera Ding, Director Theatre Writing & New Media, Arts Queensland

Places are limited and it is advisable to book to ensure your seat at the table

To book please contact:

Tina Hill, Arts Development Officer, Theatre, Writing and New Media
Arts Queensland, T 07 3235 9048 E tina.hill@arts.qld.gov.au.

Information on these sessions is also available on the Arts Queensland website at www.arts.qld.gov.au.

Brisbane Festival 09: Under The Radar

After the immense success of Brisbane Festival 08: Under The Radar, Brisbane Festival 2009 is putting the call out for applications for the 2009 event.

A 16 day theatrefest within a festival, Brisbane Festival 09: Under The Radar celebrates the creation of new work, taking risks, self discovery and pushing the boundaries!

From Friday 18 September to Saturday 3 October BF09: Under The Radar will take over Brisbane's Metro Arts building for the third time, aiming the spotlight at young and emerging theatre artists who operate under the radar of the mainstream.

This year we will also move beyond theatre, taking BF09: Under The Radar and all its quirky splendour to the masses on the streets of Brisbane's CBD. For the first time street theatre will be included in the programme with an estimated 10 shows being staged in shop fronts, vacant retail premises and on the streets over 2 weeks.

BF09: Under The Radar is now calling for applications from artists and companies with brave, stimulating, relevant and innovative shows that the world needs to see. We're looking for fresh ideas and the crossing of art forms. We're after stories that explore the big questions or transform the everyday and mundane. It has to be new - the rest is up to you. Surprise us!

We are seeking new works in the following areas:

Successful BF09: Under The Radar applicants will receive 100% of box office takings for a season of 4-5 shows, venue and technical hire, production and marketing support from the festival to get their show up and out there plus an awesome chance to expand their creative networks, hook up with like minded artists and arts workers and share a platform with some of the world's best productions.

Applications must be received by 6pm (EST) Monday 16 February 2009.

A selection committee of Australia's arts industry practitioners from various art forms will then consider each application. The committee will meet in Brisbane in early 2009 to determine which productions will feature in BF09: Under The Radar. Successful applications will be notified in April 2009.

Through BF09: Under The Radar, Brisbane Festival aims to give a leg up to artists and companies on the edge of the mainstream.

BF09 Artistic Director and CEO Lyndon Terracini said 'Everyone has to start somewhere. Anyone who works in the arts has been there and knows how hard it is to get a break. BF09: Under The Radar is our way of fostering the next generation of performers.'

Go to brisbanefestival.com.au OR www.myspace.com/bf08utr for more information.

Professional Development Program for Artists

Are you interested in enhancing your skills in your chosen art form?

Do you want to gain employment in the competitive arts sector?

Do you experience a disability?

Access Arts has just what you've been looking for - (And perhaps a little bit more!)

Following a successful pilot program, we are calling for more enthusiastic people who are interested in developing a career in the arts by taking part in a professional development program delivered by Access Arts with funding from Disability Services Queensland. A range of mentoring, skills development and training opportunities across any art form (both performing and visual arts) are available both within the organisation and in partnership with other organisations throughout the Brisbane region.

Limited spaces are available! If you are interested in participating in this program and would like more information on what we have to offer please contact Emma Bennison or Sally Josephson at Access Arts on 3844 5897 or by email.

Call for Artists - Midsumma Arts and Cultural Festival

Midsumma, Melbourne's premier arts and cultural festival, is now calling for emerging and established artists to be part of next year's festival, running from 17 January - 7 February, 2010.

The festival in partnership with many well-known galleries around the City of Melbourne and the City of Yarra annually present a showcase of queer talent from local, national and international artists, providing queer artists a chance to express themselves to a new and growing audience, as well as the opportunity to present their work in a safe and supporting environment.

For 21 years, Midsumma has been a platform for artists to take their work to the next level, and is a festival that continues to promote artistic excellence, with an artist's work from the 2009 program being purchased by the National Gallery of Victoria.

Applications should include a short bio, CV and examples of recent work on video, DVD or CD-ROM. Submissions should be via email to admin@midsumma.org.au or by post to: PO Box 223 Abbotsford VIC 3067.

The earlier submissions arrive, the higher preference artists have with curation and exhibition spaces.

For more information please contact:

Tim Bateson
Visual Arts Curator
melbart@melbart.com.au

James Findlay
Publicity
0421 028 120
james@adamlowe.com.au

Spaces available for Access Arts Professional Development Program for Artists

Are you interested in enhancing your skills in your chosen art form?

Do you want to gain employment in the competitive arts sector?

Do you experience a disability?

Access Arts has just what you've been looking for - (And perhaps a little bit more!)

Following a successful pilot program, we are calling for more enthusiastic people (aged between 16-30 years) who are interested in developing a career in the arts by taking part in a professional development program delivered by Access Arts with funding from Disability Services Queensland. A range of mentoring, skills development and training opportunities across any art form (both performing and visual arts) are available both within the organisation and in partnership with other organisations throughout the Brisbane region.

Limited spaces are available! If you are interested in participating in this program and would like more information on what we have to offer please contact Sally Josephson at Access Arts on 3844 5897 or by email: sally@accessarts.org.au.

QUT Theatre Student Seeking Work Experience

An Access Arts member, Anja Homburg, is looking for work experience at a Brisbane based theatre company. Anja is interested in any work experience role, but is particularly interested in gaining experience and mentoring in directorship. She is open to learning about all theatre styles and is available to start a work experience role immediately.

Anja is an actor, writer and aspiring director who is currently studying theatre at QUT. She has a passion for live entertainment and as a result is keen to find work in the performing arts sector. In addition to having hospitality and retail experience, she possesses all the skills and attributes that come from a background in theatre: a social personality, a commitment to team success, an energetic approach to work, and a ready smile. A childhood full of international moves has equipped her with flexibility, open-mindedness and an understanding of diverse social custom. She is able to appropriately adapt herself to any situation and can find a way to relate to anyone.

About Access Arts' Professional Development Day Services Program:

This member is a participant of Access Arts' Professional Development Day Services Program. This program is open to artists who experience a disability and live in Brisbane and are between the ages of 16 and 30 who have the potential to build a career in the arts, or artists already working professionally who want to improve their existing skills. The program is tailored to meet members' needs and could include a combination of individual mentoring, skills development and training opportunities in any art form. This program is funded by Disability Services Qld and eligible artists must register with them to receive assistance.

If you have a work experience position available (paid or unpaid) at your company, please contact Anja directly at anja.homburg@gmail.com or call 0415 787 136.

McGregor On The Bay Intensive Visual Arts Workshops

The McGregor Schools established itself as one of the premier residential, performing, visual and creative arts learning experiences in Australia. Over 700 participants converge on the USQ campus in Toowoomba for this popular residential arts retreat held in January and July.

The Summer School, now in its 41st year, has gained an excellent reputation for its intimate creative atmosphere. It has a larger and broader focus than the Winter School, now in its 22nd year. The quality of tuition and the attractive relaxing atmosphere of the USQ campus are a feature of the Schools.

The McGregor on the Bay intensive workshops will be held again at the USQ Fraser Coast campus in Hervey Bay from 18 to 21 September 2009. The 2008 classes were an enormous success.

There are six intensive workshops on offer at the USQ Fraser Coast campus. All classes are of intermediate to advanced standard.

McGregor On The Bay - 18-21 September 2009
University of Southern Queensland
Fraser Coast Campus

For more details or to make a booking:

Phone: 07 4631 2755
Fax: 07 4631 1212
Email: mcgregor@usq.edu.au
Web: www.usq.edu.au/mcgregor

Professional Music Tuition

Do you have a burning desire to make music?

Are you looking to improve your chances of becoming a professional musician?

Or would you like to make music just for fun?

Join Ms Hayley Kitchener from 'At Stage One and Beyond' for private tuition in singing, piano, composition and music theory.

Cost: $40 per hour or $25 per half hour

First Session is Free!

Whether you're interested in improving your musical skills or simply want to make music for enjoyment please contact Hayley Kitchener for lessons on 0402 065 677 or by email.

You will also have the opportunity to participate in one on one intensive singing workshops during school holiday periods.

Hayley Kitchener, a Conservatorium of Music graduate, has had an extensive musical career in performance and her love of teaching enables Hayley to share some of her experiences through training others.

Funding

JB Seed Arts Grants

The JB Seed has exciting news in 2009!

BRAND SPANKIN' NEW:

Partnership with The Falls Music and Arts Festival (both Lorne and Marion Bay) AND Southbound (WA).
FREE online applications in partnership with Sonicbids plus bonus 3 month membership to Sonicbids.
2 new categories: JUMP and ART FOR THE PUBLIC

OLDIES BUT GOODIES:

The Management Workshop
Jacqui Geia Trust Grant

The JB Seed is officially five years old! And to celebrate, this years grants will offer greater diversity and make the program more accessible for artists across a wider range of disciplines.

So, without further ado we introduce the JB Seed JUMP grant, which has been created to encourage artists to expand their income potential in almost any area they require. The grants of up to $4000 will be awarded to 10 recipients in total with at least 3 of these granted to Indigenous musicians.

But wait, there's more - ART FOR THE PUBLIC offers grants of up to $5000 for visual artists who are undertaking projects to be delivered free to the public, outdoors or in prominent indoor spaces. We want these works to become a form of social commentary, communication and inspiration between the artist and the general public.

The highly successful MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP initiative will again grant up to 24 managers and self managed artists a place at our intensive workshop with some of the most experienced, innovative and successful music industry professionals in Australia.

As a 2009 Management Workshop bonus, we are thrilled to announce a partnership with the magnificent folk at The Falls Music and Arts Festival (Lorne, Victoria & Marion Bay, Tasmania) and the Southbound Festival (Busselton, Western Australia). All successful 2009 Management Workshop applicants will be eligible for an amazing opportunity to perform at all three festivals and have their flights, accommodation, transport and performance fee covered!

Finally, we are pleased to announce a new partnership with SONICBIDS. This year all applications for The JB Seed will be submitted online. Go to www.thejbseed.com and follow the links from our homepage to the Sonicbids hosted application form.

It is free to apply and Sonicbids have also been generous enough to offer all JB Seed applicants a free three month membership. This new process will make applying for the grant easier and much more environmentally friendly for us all!

The JB Seed team invites all artists and associates to contribute and become a part of the movement that is The JB Seed in 2009. The JB Seed is working with the Australia Business Arts Foundation and is registered with the Australia Cultural Fund - contributions to the grant program are tax deductible.

If you'd like to become a financial contributor or lend your professional expertise to establishing artists please contact us at grants@thejbseed.com.

For further information, regarding The JB Seed please visit our web site: www.thejbseed.com or check out the myspace page at www.myspace.com/thejbseed OR email us at grants@thejbseed.com.

$62.3 Million for Arts and Culture

The Hon Peter Garrett MP
Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts

The Rudd Government has delivered on its commitments and strengthened its support for Australia’s arts and cultural sector with an investment of $62.3 million in the 2009-10 Federal Budget.

Arts Minister Peter Garrett today announced new programs to support artists, increase access and promotion of the arts, and maintain support for existing programs.

“This budget recognises the critical role the arts play in nourishing our community and supporting employment particularly during difficult economic times,” Mr Garrett said.

“The Government has delivered on a number of election commitments in this budget, including boosting support for Australia’s Indigenous artists — a key source of Indigenous employment - and developing opportunities for young and emerging artists to build sustainable careers.

“New funding of $9.3 million will be delivered through the National Arts and Crafts Industry Support (NACIS) program to assist the sustainability of the Indigenous art sector, and $600,000 will help fund the implementation of an industry code of conduct.

“Funding will be directed to Indigenous art centres — a vital source of Indigenous jobs - and will support the implementation of an Indigenous Australian Art Commercial Code of Conduct which will, for the first time, set agreed industry standards for ethical and transparent commerce.

“The Australian Government will support young and emerging artists through the new $9.6 million ArtStart program, which offers one-off grants to help graduates start a business as professional artists.

“Many emerging artists are forced to rely on their own resources and part-time jobs to subsidise their careers,” Mr Garrett said.

“ArtStart will respond to artists’ needs through a competitive grants process that promotes and rewards artistic excellence.”

The first grant round will be advertised in late 2009.

“The budget also continues the Government’s longstanding commitment to world-class performing arts training organisations and to providing opportunities for young and emerging artists.

“Funding will assist the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) to attract and retain specialist teachers, secure the Australian Youth Orchestra’s world-class training and international touring programs and meet costs associated with the Australian Ballet School’s recent refurbishment.

Resources

Shape Artist's Resources

With funding from Arts Council England, Shape - www.shapearts.org.au - has produced a range of online resources for deaf and disabled creative professionals. They include:

Creative Lives – the real stories behind deaf and disabled people who have made a career in the arts. The pages are packed with advice and inspiration.

Artist Resource Pack – Literally everything that you need to know about being an artist. From filling in a tax return to negotiating a contract it’s all there in these easy to use pages.

Rough Guide to Access to Work - One of the biggest hurdles for deaf and disabled people in the workplace is getting access support. Access to Work can provide the funding, but the process is never straight forward. The rough guide is the essential companion for employers, employees and self employed people working in the arts and creative industries.

Access Arts Sponsors

Access Arts Inc ® (Queensland) receives financial assistance from the Queensland Government through Disability Services Queensland
and Arts Queensland; from the Federal Government through the Office of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and
Australia Council for the Arts; from the Westpac Foundation; and from the Mental Health Council of Australia.

Access Arts Inc® - The Key to Success in the Arts

Employment, Training and Professional Development

Expressions of Interest Wanted from Emerging Indigenous Hip Hop Artists