[Press Release by Jones PR]
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
Please find all details for the 2009 categories following:
THE JB SEED 2009: JUMP GRANT
Grants of up to $4000
10 opportunities exist, with at least 3 opportunities to Indigenous Musicians
The JB Seed JUMP grant is a dynamic opportunity for funding; this flexible resource seeks to fund musicians, musical technicians, and arts workers currently undertaking musical projects which will enable them to develop as artistic professionals and expand their income potential.
Projects supported could include, but are not limited to:
Touring
Marketing
CD Manufacturing
Professional Development (including funds for education, training, mentorships or internships)
You will need to tell us how the project you are planning to undertake will be a JUMP up in your ability to become a self-sustained artist. This category is available for projects to occur in Australia or if the opportunity exists ONLY overseas, then in an international setting.
We will NOT fund the following:
1. Purchase of Musical Equipment/Instruments
2. Recording, Mixing or Mastering
THE JB SEED 2009: ART FOR THE PUBLIC
Grants of up to $5000
Recreate our urban landscape!
We are seeking to fund visual artists who are undertaking projects delivering free art outdoors or in prominent indoor public spaces. Our intention is for these art pieces to become a form of social commentary, communication, and inspiration, between the artist and the general public. The art must be made available at no cost to the observer and be displayed with consent from the management of the required public space.
Projects supported could include, but are not limited to:
Artistic responses to social justice issues
Issues of significance to the community
Murals
Exhibitions
Sculpture
Graffiti pieces
Stencil work
Photography
Multimedia
Print
Paint
THE JB SEED 2009: MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP INITIATIVE
Up to 24 opportunities available
This workshop offers practical strategies for managing a band or performer in the establishment phase of their career. We will again bring together a group of significant professionals in the music industry to conduct intensive, personalised workshops. Managers, distributors, radio promoters, radio representatives, publicists, lawyers, grant writers, publishers and artists will share their knowledge and offer strategic customised advice on ways to enhance performers’ opportunities in the music industry The JB Seed will provide and arrange transport, accommodation, and meals for all successful applicants. Should you be successful all you need to do is get yourself to your closest major airport!
As an extension of the Management Workshop for 2009 we are excited to announce a partnership with The Falls Music and Arts Festival (Lorne, VIC and Marion Bay, TAS) and Southbound (WA). One lucky band will be offered the opportunity to perform at all three festivals! If you are successful in your application to attend the workshop, the act (or one of your acts) that you manage will be eligible for this opportunity. The Falls and Southbound will provide and arrange accommodation, flights, vehicle hire and a performance fee.
Applications will be accepted from managers, self managed solo musicians or band members who are managing their own band.
THE JB SEED 2009: THE JACQUI McCOY (GEIA) TRUST
1 opportunity of $5000 available
This trust seeks to honour the memory of the tireless work of the late Jacqui McCoy (Geia), who devoted much of her life to assisting disadvantaged artists from all backgrounds, particularly Indigenous Australian artists.
Jacqui was an integral committee member from the inception of The JB Seed Fund, always enforcing the need for emerging artists to be nurtured. She was instrumental in developing a way of operating which has kept The JB Seed accessible to fledgling artists and arts workers.
Every application submitted to The JB Seed in 2009 will automatically be eligible to be awarded funds from The Jacqui McCoy trust. The recipient of funds from this trust will be selected at the committee’s discretion, within the 3 categories described above. We will be looking for projects that fit Jacqui’s ethos – projects that seek to assist in growing a healthy, vibrant and nurturing Australian arts community, where artists feel empowered and supported to express themselves and become self sufficient.
THE JB SEED 2009: TIMELINE & DEADLINES
Applications open: Wednesday 21st January 2009
Applications due: Monday 27th April 2009
1st round notified: Monday 1st June 2009
If your application is successful you may be asked for further information.
Further information due: Monday 15th June 2009
Final successful applicants notified: By 17th July 2009
Funds distributed: After 1st August 2009
Acquittal due: 30 days from completion of project
*These dates are subject to change. Please check the website for updates – www.thejbseed.com