Generator present free crowdfunding masterclass
News: 15th February 2013 by Louise Dodgson under Artist Managers, Music Training & Careers, Selling & Distributing Your Music
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MUSIC FUTURES NETWORK: CROWDFUNDING
Date: Thursday 28th February, 2013
Time: 5.00pm - 9.00pm
Venue: Live Theatre, Newcastle
Crowdfunding is a rapidly emerging approach to raise finance for an artist’s release. Through crowdfunding, an artist can not only retain all creative control and income, but can also intimately connect with fans.
2012 seen a surge in artists successfully managing and funding their releases through this unique method. At this special networking event delivered by Generator, you will hear first-hand accounts from individuals (including Tom Williams of Tom Williams & The Boat) who have successfully launched albums, films and games by embracing crowdfunding platforms.
Following panel discussion, there will be a chance to network with like-minded from not only music businesses, but from the film and game industries afterwards, who may wish to create new partnerships or make new contacts. Be sure to book your place as spaces are limited.
Guest speakers will discuss what went right and wrong in their campaign. What they’d do differently next time, if indeed if they would they do it all again.
• Why choose the crowdfunding model rather than go down more traditional routes?
• Aside from the financial benefits, what are the other positive outcomes? Additional press? Greater creative control?
• Setting achievable goals and offering attractive rewards
• Is the crowdfunding route for everyone? Or do you need a certain profile first?
• How to keep fans engaged throughout campaign
• So you’ve reached your goal, what’s next?
• What are the potential pitfalls/negatives?
CONFIRMED SPEAKERS
• Tom Williams, Tom Williams & The Boat
• Sally Hodgson, Sound it Out
• Thomas Bidaux, ICO Partners
This is an interactive event welcoming questions and thoughts from the audience. There will also be an opportunity for networking and drinks after the panel discussion.
BOOKING DETAILS
The event is FREE but places are limited and must be booked in advanced via the Generator website.
Related Links
http://www.generator.org.uk/event/music-futures-network-crowdfunding
http://www.generator.org.uk/music-futures-offer
Tags
generator, crowdfunding, music funding, crowdsourcing, pledge music, kickstarter, music business, music industry, unsigned artists, unsigned bands
